Remove a card from Amazon Prime in three steps
To delete a credit card from Amazon Prime, go to Your Account, select Manage Payment Methods, find the card you want to remove, and click Delete. The card is gone from your account when ready. If that card was set as your default payment method, Amazon will ask you to choose a replacement before you finish.
You can remove any card stored in your Amazon account at any time. Removing it from Prime also removes it from your entire Amazon account — the card will no longer be available for any purchases on Amazon, not just Prime orders. If you want to keep using the card for regular Amazon shopping but not for Prime, you'll need to update your Prime payment method separately while keeping the card in your account.
Key Takeaways
- Deleting a card from Amazon Prime removes it from your entire Amazon account, not just your Prime membership.
- You must have at least one payment method on file before you can delete your current default card.
- If the card you're deleting is your Prime default, Amazon will prompt you to pick a new one before the deletion completes.
- The deletion takes effect when ready and the card cannot be recovered from your account afterward.
Step-by-step: deleting a card through Your Account
Start by signing into your Amazon account. Go to the top right corner where your name appears and click the dropdown menu. Select "Your Account" from the list.
Once you're in Your Account, look for the section labeled "Login & security" or scroll down until you see "Manage Payment Methods." Click on "Manage Payment Methods." You'll see a list of all cards currently saved to your account, along with which one is marked as your default.
Find the card you want to remove. Next to it, you'll see a "Delete" link or button. Click it. A confirmation message will appear asking you to confirm the deletion. Click "Delete" again to finish. If this card was your default payment method, Amazon will ask you to select a new default from your remaining cards before the deletion goes through.
What happens if you delete your default payment method
If the card you're removing is currently set as your default for Prime purchases, Amazon won't let you complete the deletion until you've chosen a different card as your new default. You must have at least one active payment method on file at all times.
To change your default before deleting, go back to Manage Payment Methods, find the card you want to use instead, and click "Make Default." Once that's done, you can return to the card you want to delete and remove it without being stopped.
Removing a card vs. updating your Prime payment method
There's a difference between deleting a card from your account entirely and straightforward changing which card Prime uses. If you delete a card, it's gone from Amazon completely. If you only want to stop using a particular card for Prime but keep it for other Amazon purchases, you should update your Prime payment method instead of deleting the card.
To change only your Prime payment method without deleting the card, go to Your Account, then select "Prime Membership" or "Manage Prime Membership." Look for payment settings and choose a different card. The original card stays in your account but won't be charged for Prime.
Recovering a deleted card
Once you delete a card, it cannot be recovered from your account. You'll need to add it again manually if you want to use it in the future. To re-add the card, go to Manage Payment Methods and click "Add a Payment Method," then enter the card details again.
If you're unsure whether you want to permanently remove the card, consider just changing your default payment method instead. That way the card stays in your account but won't be used unless you choose it later.
Deleting a card on the Amazon mobile app
You can also remove a card using the Amazon mobile app on your phone. Open the app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap "Your Account," then "Login & security," then "Manage Payment Methods."
Find the card you want to delete and tap the three dots or menu icon next to it. Select "Delete" and confirm. The process is the same as on the website, and the card is removed from your account when ready.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will deleting a card from Amazon stop my Prime subscription?
No. Deleting a card does not cancel your Prime membership. However, if that card was your only payment method and your membership renews before you add a new card, your renewal may fail. Add a replacement card before deleting to avoid interruption.
Can I delete a card if it's the only one on my account?
No. Amazon requires at least one active payment method on file. You must add a new card before you can delete your only card. Once the new card is added and set as default, you can then delete the old one.
Does deleting a card from Prime remove it from my entire Amazon account?
Yes. There is no separate "Prime payment methods" list. Deleting a card removes it from your entire Amazon account, so it won't be available for any purchases, not just Prime orders.
What if I see a charge after I delete the card?
If you see a charge after deletion, it likely came through before the deletion processed or was a charge from before you removed the card. Contact Amazon Customer Service with the transaction details and they can investigate the charge.
Can I delete a card that has a pending charge?
Yes, you can delete a card even if a charge is pending. The pending charge will still go through to that card. Deleting the card does not cancel pending transactions — it only removes the card from your account for future purchases.