How to Delete Your Amazon Account Permanently:
complete Guide 2025
Deleting your Amazon account is a
big decision, especially if you’ve used it for years to shop, stream Prime
Video, or manage subscriptions. Whether you're concerned about privacy,
reducing digital clutter, or simply switching platforms, here’s a step-by-step
guide on how to permanently delete your Amazon account in 2025.
Why You Might Want to Delete Your Amazon
Account
- You're no longer using Amazon services
- Concerned about data privacy
- Want to stop automatic renewals like Amazon Prime
- You created a duplicate or second account by mistake
- You're moving to a country where Amazon services differ
What You Need to Know Before Deleting
Before deleting your Amazon account,
understand the consequences:
- All order history will be erased.
- You will lose access to Amazon Prime, Kindle
books, Audible, Amazon Photos, and Alexa settings.
- Open orders must be canceled and subscriptions ended before deletion.
- Gift card balances or promotional credits will be
forfeited.
How to Permanently Delete Your Amazon Account
Follow these steps:
- Go to the Close Your Amazon Account page
Visit this official link: https://www.amazon.com/privacy/data-deletion - Sign in
with the account you wish to delete.
- Review your products and services
Amazon will display a list of what you’ll lose (Prime, Kindle, Audible, etc.) - Select a reason for leaving
Choose from the drop-down or write your own. - Tick the confirmation box
Confirm that you understand the consequences. - Click “Close My Account”
Amazon will send a confirmation email. Open it and confirm.
How to Delete an Amazon Account in the UK
The steps are identical for users in
the UK. Use the UK-specific Amazon site:
- Go to https://www.amazon.co.uk/privacy/data-deletion
- Follow the same process to sign in and request deletion.
How to Delete a Profile or Second Account
Delete
a Profile on Amazon (e.g., Prime Video or Household)
- Go to Amazon Household
- Choose the profile you want to remove
- Click Remove this person or Delete profile
Delete
a Second Amazon Account
You must log into the secondary
account and repeat the same account deletion process:
- Sign in to https://www.amazon.com/privacy/data-deletion
- Confirm deletion through email.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I permanently delete my Amazon account?
Visit Amazon's data deletion page, sign in, confirm
your request, and verify via email. Your account will be closed, and data
deleted within 30 days.
How do I delete a profile on Amazon account?
Go to your Amazon Household
settings, select the profile, and remove it. For Prime Video, navigate to your
profile icon and select Manage Profiles.
How do I delete my Amazon account in the UK?
Go to
https://www.amazon.co.uk/privacy/data-deletion, log in, and follow the deletion
steps just like on the US site.
How do I delete a second Amazon account?
Log in to the second account
separately and request account closure through the same deletion page. Each
account must be deleted individually.
Does Amazon delete old accounts?
No, Amazon does not automatically
delete inactive accounts. You must manually request deletion. However,
Amazon may suspend or lock accounts that violate policies.
Final Thoughts
Deleting your Amazon account is
irreversible and removes access to all associated services and purchases. If
you're certain about cutting ties, the process is fairly simple but must be
done carefully. Always download receipts, cancel subscriptions, and use any
remaining credits before deletion.