How to delete a credit card from Amazon
You can remove a credit card from your Amazon account through your account settings in seconds. Go to Account & Lists in the top right, select Your Account, then choose Login & security. Scroll to Login and select Edit next to your password section, or go directly to Manage Your Payments under the same menu. Find the card you want to remove and select Delete. Amazon will ask you to confirm — once you do, the card is gone from your account.
The process is the same whether you're on a computer or the Amazon mobile app. If you're using the app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), go to Your Account, then Login & security, and follow the same steps. You do not need to contact Amazon customer service to remove a card — you can do it yourself in under a minute.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete any credit card stored on your Amazon account through Your Account > Login & security > Manage Your Payments.
- Amazon will ask you to confirm the deletion before the card is removed, so you cannot accidentally wipe out a payment method.
- You must have at least one valid payment method on file if you want to make future purchases, so do not delete your only card.
- Deleting a card from Amazon does not close your credit card account or affect your credit score — it only removes it from this one retailer.
Why you might want to delete a card
You may want to remove a card because it expired, you closed the account, or you simply no longer use it. If your card was compromised or you suspect fraud, deleting it from Amazon stops that card from being charged for future orders. You might also delete an old card to clean up your account after switching to a new one.
Removing a card from Amazon is not the same as cancelling the card itself — the card still exists with your bank or credit card company. You are only removing it from your Amazon payment methods. If you want to cancel the card entirely, you will need to contact your bank or card issuer directly.
What happens after you delete a card
Once you confirm the deletion, the card disappears from your Manage Your Payments list and cannot be used for new Amazon purchases. If you had set it as your default payment method, Amazon will automatically switch to another card on file — or prompt you to add one if you have no other cards saved.
Any past orders paid with that card remain in your order history, and Amazon keeps the transaction record. You can still view and return those orders normally. The deletion only affects future transactions.
If you need to delete a card but keep your account
You can delete a card and keep shopping on Amazon as long as you have at least one other payment method on file. Before you delete your only card, add a new one first. Go to Manage Your Payments, select Add a payment method, and enter your new card details. Once the new card is saved, you can then delete the old one.
If you delete your last payment method by mistake, you can add a new one anytime before you try to place an order. Amazon will not let you complete a purchase without a valid payment method, so you will be prompted to add one at checkout.
Deleting a card does not affect your credit
Removing a card from Amazon has no impact on your credit score or credit history. Your credit card company and the credit bureaus do not track which retailers have your card information — they only track whether you pay your bills on time and how much credit you use.
If you want to close the credit card account itself, that is a separate action you take with your bank or card issuer. Deleting it from Amazon is just housekeeping on one website.
What to do if you cannot find the delete option
If you are logged into Amazon but cannot see a delete button next to your card, check that you are in the right section. The card deletion option lives under Your Account > Login & security > Manage Your Payments. If you are in a different part of your account settings, you will not see it.
If you are in the correct section and still do not see a delete option, try logging out and logging back in, or clear your browser cache and try again. If the problem persists, you can contact Amazon customer service through the Contact Us link at the bottom of any Amazon page and ask them to remove the card for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a card if I have an active Amazon subscription?
Yes. Deleting a card does not cancel your Prime membership or any other subscriptions. However, Amazon will need a different payment method on file to charge your subscription renewal. If you delete your only card, add a new one before the next billing date or your subscription may be interrupted.
What if I deleted a card by mistake?
The card is removed from your account immediately, but you can add it back anytime. Go to Manage Your Payments and select Add a payment method. Enter the same card details and Amazon will recognize it. Your past orders remain unchanged.
Does deleting a card from Amazon remove it from other websites?
No. Each website stores payment information separately. Deleting a card from Amazon only removes it from your Amazon account. If you used the same card on other retailers or services, it stays on file with them unless you delete it there too.
Can someone else delete my cards if they have access to my account?
Yes, which is why protecting your Amazon password is important. If you think someone else accessed your account, change your password immediately through Login & security and review your payment methods and recent orders. You can also enable two-factor authentication for extra security.