When Does Amazon Charge Your Credit Card for Orders?

Discover when Amazon charges your card for orders and how authorization holds work.

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Amazon typically does not charge your credit card until your order has shipped. However, they may place an authorization hold on your card to ensure that the funds are available. Check your payment method details on your Amazon account for more information.

FAQs & Answers

  1. Does Amazon charge you right away? No, Amazon typically does not charge until your order has shipped.
  2. What is an authorization hold on Amazon? An authorization hold ensures that funds are available on your card but does not constitute a charge until the order ships.
  3. How can I check my payment method on Amazon? You can check your payment method by logging into your Amazon account and navigating to the Payment Methods section.
  4. Can I cancel an Amazon order before it ships? Yes, you can cancel an Amazon order before it ships as long as it is within the cancellation timeframe.

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