Will I get a refund if I cancel mid-cycle?

If you haven't used Prime benefits since your last renewal, Amazon may offer a full refund. Otherwise, access continues until the billing period ends.

Can I pause my Prime membership instead?

Yes, Amazon offers a 'Pause' option during cancellation that lets you skip 1-3 months of billing.

Do I lose access to Prime Video immediately?

No, you retain access to all Prime benefits until the end of your current billing period.

How to Cancel Amazon Prime (2026)

Amazon Prime plans start from $6.99/month. Follow our 6-step guide to cancel your subscription in about 5 minutes — with tips to avoid retention offers.

Updated: March 2026

from $6.99/month

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EasyYou save $69.00/year by cancelling

Estimated Time:5 minutes

Cancel Method:Website

Go to Amazon Prime settings

Visit amazon.com and sign in. Click 'Account & Lists' then select 'Prime Membership'.

Click Manage Membership

On the Prime membership page, click 'Update, cancel and more' to expand the options.

Select End Membership

Click 'End Membership and Benefits' at the bottom of the expanded section.

Navigate retention offers

Amazon will present several pages showing benefits you'll lose and may offer discounts. Click 'Continue to Cancel' on each page.

Choose end date

Select whether to end immediately or at the end of your billing period.

Confirm cancellation

Click the final 'Cancel Membership' button to complete the process.

Retention Tips

Amazon will show you benefits you'll lose, offer a discounted rate or pause option, and may offer a free month extension. They may also show how much you've saved on shipping.