How do I return my order and ask Amazon for a refund to my credit card?

In a nutshell: To request a refund for an order from Amazon, log in to your account, go to the Amazon website, click on the menu icon, find the "Your Orders" section,

Nov 19, 2024

Introduction

If you've placed an order from Amazon and need a refund, don't worry. The site makes it easy to request a refund right from your account.

What You'll Need

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Make sure you're logged into your account before starting

Go to the Amazon website

Visit the Amazon homepage.

Locate the Menu

On the homepage, click on the icon that resembles the upper half of a person.

Expand the Menu

Click on the icon that resembles a person to expand the menu.

Locate "Your Orders"

Scroll down until you find the "Your Orders" section.

Locate the Appropriate Section

Immediately under the "Your Orders" header should say "Track & Manage Your Orders." Click on it.

Find the Relevant Item

On the "Your Orders" page, locate the item that you want to return and for which you're requesting a refund. Click on it.

Find the Support Section

Scroll down until you find "Need help with your item?" followed by "Request Refund" underneath.

Proceed With the Next Steps

If there's a "Request Refund" section, proceed with the steps on the Amazon site until you've reached the end of the process.

If there's no "Request Refund" section, you'll need to contact Amazon customer service for more information about if a refund is possible. Continue to the next step to learn about contacting Amazon customer service.

Contact Amazon Customer Service

Contacting Amazon customer service may be your best option. You'll be able to speak to a representative and learn if you're able to get a refund for the item in question and how to go about it.

Conclusion

Keep in mind that requesting a refund through Amazon typically has an expiration date. Terms may also vary depending on how you paid for the item and from whom you bought it. If you need a refund, contact Amazon sooner rather than later to avoid missing the return/refund timeframe.

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