Change your password from Account Settings

Open Amazon.com and sign in to your account. In the top right corner, hover over "Account & Lists" and select "Account" from the dropdown menu. On the left side of the page, click "Login & security".

Find the "Password" section and click "Edit" next to it. Amazon will ask you to enter your current password to confirm it's really you. Type it in and click "Continue". Then enter your new password twice — once in the "New password" field and again in the "Confirm password" field — and click "Save changes".

Your password updates immediately. If you're signed in on other devices, you'll stay signed in on those devices, but the next time you sign out and try to sign back in, you'll need to use your new password.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Amazon password by going to Account & Lists, then Account, then Login & security, then clicking Edit next to Password.
  • Amazon requires you to enter your current password before you can set a new one, as a security check.
  • Your new password takes effect right away, but you won't be forced to sign out of devices you're already using.
  • A strong password includes uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols, and is at least 6 characters long.

What makes a strong Amazon password

Amazon requires passwords to be at least 6 characters long, but longer is better. A strong password mixes uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like ! or @. Avoid using your name, your email address, or words that appear in a dictionary by themselves.

If you use the same password across multiple websites, changing it on Amazon alone won't protect you if another site gets hacked. Consider using a different password for Amazon than you use elsewhere, or using a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password to keep track of different passwords for different sites.

If you forgot your current password

Click "Forgot your password?" on the Amazon sign-in page. Enter the email address or phone number linked to your account. Amazon will send you a link or code to reset your password — check your email inbox or text messages within a few minutes.

Click the link in the email or enter the code on Amazon's website, then create a new password. You'll be signed back into your account automatically once the reset is complete.

Changing your password on the Amazon app

Open the Amazon app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap "Account" and then "Login & security". Scroll down to "Password" and tap "Edit". Enter your current password, then your new password twice, and tap "Save changes".

The process is the same as on the website — you'll need your current password, and the change takes effect immediately across all your devices.

What to do after you change your password

If you changed your password because you think someone else accessed your account, check your recent orders and payment methods. Look at the "Your Orders" page to see if anything was purchased that you didn't make. Go to "Your Account" and then "Manage payment methods" to make sure no new credit cards or bank accounts were added.

If you see unauthorized activity, contact Amazon's customer service right away. You can also review your login history — some accounts show a list of recent sign-ins and the devices they came from, though not all account types display this information.

Two-factor authentication adds extra security

Changing your password is one layer of security, but two-factor authentication (also called 2FA) adds another. With 2FA turned on, anyone trying to sign into your account needs both your password and a code from your phone, even if they have the correct password.

To turn on 2FA, go to Account & Lists, then Account, then Login & security. Scroll down to "Two-Step Verification" and click "Edit". Choose whether you want to receive codes by text message or through an authenticator app like Google Authenticator, then follow the prompts to confirm your phone number or set up the app.

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I change my Amazon password?

There's no rule that says you must change it on a schedule. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another website that got hacked, or if you haven't changed it in several years. Two-factor authentication reduces how often you need to change your password, because a stolen password alone won't let someone in.

Will changing my password sign me out of the Amazon app?

No. You'll stay signed in on any device where you're already logged in. The next time you sign out and try to sign back in, you'll need to enter your new password. This gives you time to update your password on all your devices without getting locked out.

Can I use special characters in my Amazon password?

Yes. Amazon accepts letters, numbers, and symbols like !, @, #, $, %, and &. Using a mix of character types makes your password stronger and harder to guess.

What if I can't receive the password reset code?

If Amazon sends the code to your email and you can't find it, check your spam or junk folder. If you set up password reset by text message and you no longer have that phone number, contact Amazon's customer service — they can verify your identity another way and help you regain access to your account.