How to Cancel Amazon Prime (2026 Guide)

Step-by-Step: Cancel Amazon Prime

1. 1

   Go to amazon.com and sign in to your account

   Open this page →
2. 2

   Go to Account > Prime Membership

   Open this page →
3. 3

   Click 'End Membership and Benefits'

4. 4

   Amazon will show multiple retention screens — keep clicking through to confirm

   Expected: You may need to click through 3-4 pages of retention offers

5. 5

   Select 'End on [date]' to cancel at the end of your billing period

Why Amazon Prime Makes It Hard to Cancel

Amazon is the worst offender for dark patterns. They show 3-4 screens of retention offers, warnings about losing benefits, and confusingly worded buttons designed to make you keep Prime. The EU even fined Amazon for this practice.

What Happens After You Cancel

After cancelling, you keep Prime benefits until the end of your billing period. You lose free 2-day shipping, Prime Video, Prime Music, and Prime Reading. If you haven't used Prime benefits since your last payment, you may be eligible for a refund.

Can You Get a Refund?

Amazon may offer a full refund if you haven't used any Prime benefits since your last payment date. Partial refunds are available if you've had minimal usage. Check the cancellation page for refund eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions