How to delete a card from Amazon
To delete a card from Amazon, go to your account settings, select Your Account, then Login & security, and scroll to Saved cards. Click the card you want to remove, then select Delete. Amazon will ask you to confirm — click Delete card again. The card is removed immediately and won't appear as a payment option on future purchases.
You can delete any card except the one currently set as your default payment method. If you want to remove your default card, you must first set a different card as the default, then delete the old one. Amazon keeps the deletion on record but does not notify your bank or credit card company — that happens only when you use the card or when the card company checks for updates.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete any saved card through Your Account > Login & security > Saved cards, then click the card and select Delete.
- You cannot delete your default payment method until you set a different card as the default first.
- Deletion takes effect immediately, and the card will not appear as an option at checkout.
- Removing a card from Amazon does not cancel the card itself or notify your bank — it only removes it from your Amazon account.
Step-by-step: Deleting a card on desktop
Open Amazon and sign in to your account. Hover over Account & Lists in the top right corner and click Your Account. On the left side of the page, find and click Login & security. Scroll down until you see the Saved cards section.
Click on the card you want to delete. A details panel will open showing the last four digits, expiration date, and card type. Look for the Delete button — it is usually at the bottom of the panel. Click it, and Amazon will show a confirmation message asking "Are you sure you want to delete this card?" Click Delete card to confirm. The card is now removed from your account.
Step-by-step: Deleting a card on mobile
Open the Amazon app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap Your Account, then scroll down and tap Login & security. Scroll to the Saved cards section and tap the card you want to remove.
The card details will expand. Tap Delete at the bottom of the card information. Amazon will ask you to confirm the deletion. Tap Delete card to finish. The card is removed from your account and will no longer appear at checkout.
What to do if you cannot delete your default card
Amazon prevents you from deleting the card currently set as your default payment method. If you try to delete it, the Delete button will be grayed out or the system will show a message saying you must set a different default first.
To work around this, go back to Saved cards and click on a different card you want to keep. Look for an option that says Set as default or Make this my default payment method and click it. Once the new card is set as default, go back to your old card and delete it normally. If you have only one card on file, you must add a second card before you can delete the first one.
Deleted cards and future purchases
Once you delete a card, it will not show up as a payment option when you check out on Amazon. If you have other cards saved, Amazon will use your default card unless you choose a different one at checkout. If the deleted card was your only payment method, you will need to add a new card before you can complete a purchase.
Deleting a card from Amazon is permanent and cannot be undone through the website. If you deleted a card by mistake, you will need to add it again manually by entering the card number, expiration date, and CVV. Amazon does not store these details after you add the card, so you will need the physical card or your bank's records to re-add it.
Why you might want to delete a card
You may delete a card if it is expired, compromised, or simply no longer in use. Removing old cards from your account reduces clutter and makes checkout faster by showing only the cards you actually use. If you suspect fraud or your card was stolen, deleting it from Amazon is one step, but you should also contact your bank or credit card company directly to report the issue and request a replacement card.
Deleting a card from Amazon does not close the card itself or affect your credit. The card remains active with your bank unless you close it there. Amazon deletion only removes the card from your saved payment methods on that platform.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does deleting a card from Amazon cancel the card?
No. Deleting a card from Amazon only removes it from your saved payment methods on that website. The card itself remains active with your bank or credit card company. If you want to cancel the card, you must contact your bank directly.
Can I delete a card if I have an active Amazon subscription?
Yes, but only if you have another card saved as your default. Amazon will use your default card to charge subscriptions like Prime or Kindle Unlimited. If the card you want to delete is the one linked to an active subscription, set a different card as default first, then delete the old one.
What happens if I delete my only payment method?
You will not be able to complete a purchase until you add a new card. Amazon will prompt you to add a payment method at checkout if none are available. You can add a card at any time through Your Account > Login & security > Saved cards.
Will my bank know I deleted the card from Amazon?
No. Your bank does not receive notification when you delete a card from Amazon. The deletion only affects your Amazon account. Your bank will only know the card is no longer used on Amazon if they monitor your transaction history.
Can I recover a deleted card?
No. Once deleted, the card is permanently removed from your Amazon account. You can add it again by entering the card details manually, but you will need the physical card or your bank's information to do so.