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How to Change or Reset Amazon Password
Going into your Amazon account’s settings, you can check which devices are currently using your account. But what if you notice a lot of unknown sign-ins? Or what if you’re using a new device but forgot your Amazon password? Well, whatever the case, we’ve got you covered. In this guide, we’ll show you how to change or reset your Amazon password.
Changing or resetting your Amazon password depends on whether you remember it or not. If you want to remove a device from your Amazon account, you may be asked for your password. In that case, you need to reset it before continuing. Can you reset your password using the Amazon mobile app? Let’s find out.
Change Your Password on Amazon
If you currently have access to your Amazon account but feel like it might be compromised, changing your password is the way to go. This will stop anyone from signing in unless they have the new password. Here’s how to do it using the Amazon desktop and mobile app. Before starting, ensure you’re signed in to your Amazon account.
Using Web Browser
Step 1: Open the Amazon website on any web browser.
Step 2: Go to ‘Account & Lists’ and select Account.
Step 3: Go to Your Account and click on ‘Login & security’.
Step 4: Enter your current password and click Sign in.
Step 5: Scroll down to Password and click Edit.
Step 6: Enter your current password.
Step 7: Enter and re-enter the new password.
Step 8: Click Save changes.
Changing your Amazon password is important. Make sure the new password is different from the old one and remember to update it on all devices where you are currently logged in.
Using Amazon App on Android or iOS
Step 1: Open the Amazon app and tap on the profile icon in the menu.
Step 2: Tap on Your Account.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Login & security’.
Step 4: Scroll down to Password and tap Edit.
Step 5: If two-step verification is enabled, enter the OTP sent to the registered mobile number. Otherwise, you might be asked to enter your current account password.
Step 6: Once done, tap Sign in.
Review Steps 7 and 8:
Step 7: Enter your current password and the new password.
Step 8: Save changes.
To save and change your Amazon account’s password, follow these steps:
Reset Your Amazon Password if You Forgot It
If you forgot your Amazon password, you can reset it using your registered email ID or mobile number. Here’s how:
1. Open the Amazon desktop or mobile app.
2. Click on the “Forgot Password” link.
3. Enter your registered email ID or mobile number.
4. Click on the “Continue” button.
5. Follow the instructions sent to your email or mobile number.
6. Create a new password for your Amazon account.
With these steps, you can easily reset your Amazon password and regain access to your account.
Using Web Browser
Step 1: Open Amazon in any web browser.
Step 2: Go to ‘Account & Lists’ and click Sign in.
Step 3: Click on Need help?
Step 4: Click on ‘Forgot your password?’.
Step 5: Enter your mobile phone number or email ID and click Continue. Amazon will send an OTP.
Step 6: Enter the OTP received and click Continue.
Step 7: Enter and re-enter your new password.
Step 8: Click on ‘Save changes and Sign-In’.
This will instantly reset your Amazon password.
Using Mobile App
Step 1: Open the Amazon shopping app.
Step 2: Tap on ‘Already a customer? Sign in’. Ensure that the Sign in option is selected.
Step 3: Enter your registered email ID or mobile number and tap Continue.
Step 4: Tap on the Forgot password? option to open the Password assistance page. Step 5: Enter your registered email ID or mobile number in the box and tap Continue to receive an OTP for password reset.
Step 6: Enter the OTP and tap Continue.
Step 7: Enter and re-enter your new password and tap Save changes.
This will reset your Amazon account’s password. Ensure that your new password is a minimum of 8 characters long and distinct from your previous one.
Contact Amazon Support to Reset Amazon Password
If you’re having trouble recovering your Amazon account, you can contact Amazon’s support team. Visit the login issues page and choose your query. Amazon will suggest the necessary steps. Here’s how:
Step 1: Open the Amazon Account & Login Issues page.
Step 2: Click on the ‘Select an issue’ drop-down menu.
Step 3: Select the relevant reason.
Once done, Amazon will give you suggestions on how to solve your queries. You can also directly contact Amazon’s customer service team for further assistance.
Bonus: Enable 2FA for Your Amazon Account
Amazon’s two-factor authentication is a good way to secure your Amazon account. Once enabled, you will need your account password and a one-time password to log in. It is especially recommended if you notice unknown logins on your account.
To enable 2FA, follow these steps:
1. Sign in to your Amazon account.
2. Open Amazon on any web browser and go to ‘Account & Lists’.
3. Click on Account.
Step 3: Click on ‘Login & security’.
Step 4: Enter your current password and click Sign in.
Step 5: Go to ‘2-step verification’ and turn it on.
Step 6: Add the mobile number to receive the authentication code.
Tip: Besides your registered mobile number, you can add additional numbers. Then, select the relevant number from the options.
Step 7: Click on Get Started after completing the previous steps.
Step 8: Select the mobile number for 2FA OTP and send it.
Step 9: Enter the OTP and click Continue.
Step 10: Check the box to add your current web browser as a recognized device and click ‘Got it. Turn on Two-Step Verification.’
Enabling Two-Step Verification for your Amazon account allows for enhanced security. If you have specific trusted devices, you can disable 2FA for them individually. This means that only the chosen device will bypass the OTP requirement for login, while all other logins will still require it.
FAQs on Using Amazon Services
1. If your device doesn’t allow you to enter a Two-Step Verification code separately, sign in to the device and enter your password. An error will appear on the sign-in page. Once you receive the OTP, enter your password again and add the 6-digit OTP at the end. Proceed to sign in again.
2. Is it possible to print an Amazon order receipt?
Open the Amazon app and tap the Account icon. Then, tap Your Orders. Next, select the relevant order and scroll down to tap Download Invoice. Choose Invoice and download the documents. This will provide you with a receipt for the order. For further information, please refer to our article on how to print an Amazon receipt.
Recover Your Amazon Password
We hope this article helped change or reset your Amazon password. If you want to make your account more secure or curb your shopping habits, check out our other article to delete a credit card from your Amazon account.
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