Delete a card from Amazon in three steps
To remove a credit card from your Amazon account, sign in to your account, go to your payment methods, find the card you want to remove, and select the delete option. The card is removed when ready. You can delete any card except the one currently set as your default payment method — if that card is the one you want to remove, you must first set a different card as your default.
Amazon stores multiple payment methods so you can choose which one to use at checkout. Removing a card does not affect past orders or refunds, and it does not close your Amazon account. You can add the card back later if you change your mind.
Key Takeaways
- You cannot delete the card set as your default payment method, so you must choose a different default card first if that is the one you want to remove.
- Deleted cards are removed from your account when ready and do not affect any orders you have already placed.
- The steps are the same whether you use a desktop browser, mobile browser, or the Amazon app.
- If you delete a card by mistake, you can add it back to your account at any time using the same card details.
Step-by-step: Delete a card on desktop
Open Amazon.com and sign in to your account. In the top right corner, hover over "Account & Lists" and select "Your Account" from the dropdown menu.
On your account page, look for the "Login & security" section on the left side. Click "Login & security" to open that page. Scroll down until you see "Payment options" and click on it. This takes you to the page where all your saved payment methods appear.
Find the card you want to delete in the list. Next to that card, you will see a "Delete" button or link. Click it. Amazon will ask you to confirm the deletion. Click "Confirm" or "Yes" to complete the removal. The card is now deleted from your account.
Step-by-step: Delete a card on mobile
Open the Amazon app or go to Amazon.com in your mobile browser and sign in. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner of the screen. Scroll down and tap "Your Account."
On your account page, tap "Login & security." Scroll down to find "Payment options" and tap it. Your saved payment methods will appear on the screen. Find the card you want to remove and tap the "Delete" button next to it.
Amazon will ask you to confirm. Tap "Confirm" or "Yes" to finish. The card is deleted when ready and will no longer appear in your payment methods list.
What to do if your card is set as default
Amazon does not allow you to delete your default payment method. If the card you want to remove is currently your default, you must first change which card is your default.
On the payment options page, find a different card you want to use as your default. Next to that card, look for an option that says "Set as default" or "Make this your default payment method." Click or tap it. That card is now your default, and the previous default card can now be deleted.
Once you have set a new default, go back to the card you originally wanted to remove and click the "Delete" button. Confirm the deletion, and it will be removed from your account.
What happens after you delete a card
Deleting a card removes it from your saved payment methods, but it does not affect any orders you have already placed or paid for. Past transactions remain on your account and in your order history. If Amazon is processing a refund to that card, the refund will still go through — deleting the card does not stop a refund in progress.
Future orders will use whatever card you have set as your default payment method. If you delete all your payment methods, Amazon will ask you to add a new one before you can place another order.
How to add a card back if you delete it by mistake
If you delete a card and then decide you want to use it again, you can add it back to your account. Go to your payment options page the same way you did to delete it. Look for an "Add a payment method" button or link and click it. Enter the card details again — the card number, expiration date, and CVV.
Amazon will verify the card and add it to your account. This takes a few minutes. Once it is added, you can use it for future purchases or set it as your default if you want.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I delete a card if I have a pending order?
Yes. Deleting a card does not affect orders you have already placed, even if they have not shipped yet. The order will be charged to the card you used when you placed it, regardless of whether that card is still in your account.
What if I delete a card and then get an error at checkout?
This usually means you deleted your only payment method or your default card. Add a new card to your account or set a different card as your default. You can add a card back when ready and use it for checkout right away.
Does deleting a card close my Amazon account?
No. Deleting a payment method only removes that card from your account. Your Amazon account, order history, and account settings remain unchanged. You can still sign in and browse, but you will need to add a payment method before you can make a new purchase.
Can I delete a card if it is linked to my Amazon Prime membership?
Yes, but you should set a different card as your default first. Your Prime membership will continue, but Amazon will charge your new default card for any future Prime renewals or purchases.
How long does it take for a deleted card to stop appearing in my account?
The card is removed when ready after you confirm the deletion. It will not appear in your payment methods list right away, though it may take a few minutes for the change to show across all Amazon pages if you are viewing them on multiple devices.