Can Children Make Purchases on Amazon?

Learn if kids can buy on Amazon and explore options for family accounts and supervised access.

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No, a child cannot directly buy from Amazon. Amazon requires users to be at least 18 years old to create an account and make purchases. Parents or guardians can set up a family account that allows children to use Amazon under their supervision. Alternatively, you can use Amazon Household to share Prime benefits and manage supervised access for teenagers.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What age can a child have an Amazon account? Children must be at least 18 years old to create an individual Amazon account.
  2. How can I supervise my child's Amazon account? You can set up a family account or utilize Amazon Household to manage your child's access to purchases under your supervision.
  3. What is Amazon Household? Amazon Household allows you to share Prime benefits and manage up to two adults and four children’s accounts under one membership.
  4. Can teenagers shop on Amazon? Yes, teenagers can shop on Amazon with supervision if they are added to a family account managed by a parent or guardian.

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For more insights into online shopping safety and managing family accounts, check out our guides on setting up Amazon Household and the best practices for supervising children's online activities.

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