Steps to Remove an Address from Your Amazon Account

Having multiple addresses saved in your Amazon account can be convenient for shipping purposes, but there comes a time when you may need to remove an address that is no longer valid or necessary. Whether you have moved to a new location or simply want to declutter your account, here are the simple steps to remove an address from your Amazon account:

Step 1: Log into your Amazon account
Visit the Amazon website and log into your account by entering your email address and password associated with the account. If you have enabled two-factor authentication, you might need to enter the verification code sent to your registered phone number.

Step 2: Go to Your Account
Once you have successfully logged in, hover over the “Account & Lists” tab located in the top right corner of the page. A drop-down menu will appear, and you should select “Your Account” from the options provided.

Step 3: Manage Your Addresses
On the “Your Account” page, scroll down until you find the section labeled “Ordering and shopping preferences.” Under this section, locate and click on the “Your Addresses” option.

Step 4: Remove Address
You will now be directed to a page displaying all the addresses associated with your Amazon account. Find the address you wish to remove and click on the “Delete” button or the trash bin icon next to it.

Step 5: Confirm
Amazon will then prompt you to confirm the removal of the address. Double-check the address you selected and the items associated with it, as this process is irreversible. If you are sure about removing the address, click “Delete Address.”

Step 6: Verify Successful Removal
After deleting the address, Amazon will redirect you to the “Your Addresses” page. Scroll through the list to ensure that the address you wanted to remove is no longer present. If the address still appears, repeat the process to ensure it is properly removed.

Step 7: Update Shipping Preferences (if necessary)
If the deleted address was set as your primary shipping address, you may need to update this information. To do so, select the address you would like to designate as the new primary shipping address and click on the “Set as Default” button or the checkbox that corresponds to the address.

Step 8: Save Changes
Once you have made any necessary adjustments, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on the “Save Changes” button to finalize the modifications made to your Amazon account.

By following these straightforward steps, you can easily remove unwanted or outdated addresses from your Amazon account. Keeping your address list up to date ensures that your orders are delivered to the correct location and helps maintain the overall organization of your account. Remember to double-check the address you wish to delete before confirming its removal, as it cannot be undone.