Where to Find the Language Setting on Amazon

Amazon's language setting lives in your account preferences, not in a general settings menu. On the desktop website, scroll to the bottom of any page and look for the country and language selector — it shows your current country and a language code like "EN" or "ES". Click that box to open the language menu. On the mobile app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right, scroll down, and tap "Settings" to find language options.

The exact location varies slightly between the Amazon website, the shopping app, and Amazon Prime Video, but all three follow the same basic path: account menu or settings, then language or regional preferences. If you are signed into your account, the change applies across all your devices and the website — you do not have to change it separately on your phone and computer.

Key Takeaways

  • On the desktop website, the language selector is at the bottom of the page next to the country selector.
  • On the mobile app, go to the menu icon, tap Settings, then select your preferred language.
  • Amazon offers roughly 20 languages depending on which country's Amazon site you are using.
  • Changing the language does not change your country or currency — those are separate settings.
  • The change takes effect immediately and syncs across all your devices once you are signed in.

Step-by-Step for Desktop

Open Amazon.com in your browser and scroll all the way to the bottom of the page. In the footer, you will see a box showing your country (like "United States") and your language (like "English"). Click that language box — it usually shows a flag icon and a language code. A dropdown menu will appear with all available languages for your region.

Select the language you want from the list. The page will reload in that language immediately. Your account will remember this choice, so the next time you sign in from any device, Amazon will display in that language by default. If you change your mind, repeat the same steps and pick a different language.

Step-by-Step for Mobile App

Open the Amazon shopping app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down past your account name and recent orders until you see "Settings". Tap Settings, then look for "Language" or "Preferences". Tap that option and choose your language from the list that appears.

After you select a language, the app will refresh and display in your chosen language. Like the desktop version, this change syncs to your account, so if you sign in on a different phone or tablet, the app will use the same language. The change is immediate and does not require you to sign out and back in.

What Languages Are Available

The languages you can choose depend on which country's Amazon site you are using. Amazon.com (United States) offers English and Spanish. Amazon.co.uk (United Kingdom) offers English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish. Amazon.de (Germany) offers German, English, French, Italian, and Spanish. Other regional Amazon sites have their own language menus — for example, Amazon.in (India) includes Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam alongside English.

If you are trying to use a language that does not appear in your dropdown, it may not be supported on your regional Amazon site. You cannot change your country just to access a different language — that requires a separate process involving payment methods and address verification. If you need a language not listed, check whether a different regional Amazon site (like Amazon.ca for Canada or Amazon.com.mx for Mexico) supports it.

Language Changes Do Not Affect Currency or Shipping

Changing your language does not change your currency, shipping address, or which country's Amazon site you are using. If you are on Amazon.com and switch to Spanish, you will still see prices in US dollars and ship to US addresses. The language setting only affects the words on the screen — everything else stays the same.

If you want to shop on a different country's Amazon site (for example, switching from Amazon.com to Amazon.co.uk), that is a separate step that involves signing in with a different regional account or updating your country settings in your account preferences. Language and region are independent choices.

Troubleshooting Language Changes That Do Not Stick

If you change the language but it reverts to English the next time you visit, check whether you are signed into your account. Amazon remembers language preferences only for signed-in users. If you browse as a guest or in an incognito window, the language will reset to the default for your region when you close the browser.

If you are signed in and the language still keeps changing, clear your browser's cache and cookies, then sign back in and change the language again. On mobile, try uninstalling and reinstalling the app. If the problem persists, contact Amazon Customer Service — language settings occasionally get stuck due to account sync issues, and support can reset it on their end.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use Amazon in a language that is not listed in my country's version?

Not on your current regional site. If you need a language that does not appear, check whether a different country's Amazon site supports it — for example, Amazon.ca supports French for Canadian users. Switching to a different regional site requires updating your account country and payment method.

Will changing the language affect my orders or account history?

No. Your orders, payment methods, addresses, and account history remain unchanged. Only the words on the screen change. You can switch languages as often as you want without affecting anything in your account.

Does the language change apply to my Prime Video account?

Prime Video has its own language setting, separate from your Amazon shopping account. Go to your Prime Video account settings and look for "Language and Subtitles" or "Preferences" to change it there. The two accounts are linked but have independent language settings.

What if I accidentally change the language and cannot read the menu?

Scroll to the bottom of the page (or open Settings on mobile) and look for the language selector — it usually shows a flag or language code icon. Even if you cannot read the words, the selector is usually in the same spot. Tap it and look for the flag or code of your preferred language, or count down the list to find the one you want.