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How Do I Get a Refund from Amazon?

In a nutshell: If you ordered an item from Amazon and want to ask for a refund, it's important to act quickly. Refund requests may only be accepted for a limited time. Waiting too long might prevent you from getting your money back. Keep reading for more information about how to request a refund from Amazon.

Jan 23, 2026

Introduction

If you ordered an item from Amazon and want to ask for a refund, it's important to act quickly. Refund requests may only be accepted for a limited time. Waiting too long might prevent you from getting your money back. Keep reading for more information about how to request a refund from Amazon.

Go to the Amazon Website

Visit the Amazon website.

Find the "Customer Service" Link

Scroll all the way down on the Amazon website until you find the "Customer Service" link. It's below the link that says, "Information about the FTC Prime settlement."

Go to the Amazon Help Page

Click on the "Customer Service" link. Doing so will take you to the Amazon help page.

Find the Search Bar

Locate the horizontal search bar on the help page. It's between the "Search Help" and "Help" headers and says "Search Help" with a magnifying glass icon on its left side.

Tap on the Search Bar

Click on the search bar. An outline will appear around it, the cursor will blink, and your phone's keyboard will pop up.

Type Your Search Phrase

After tapping on the search bar, type "Refund," then press the search button on your phone's keyboard.

Browse the Search Results

Look through the search results to find one that pertains to your situation. For example, since you want to request a refund, look for the link that says, "Refunds."

Read the Page

Read the entire "Refunds" page. It offers information on everything from the return timeline to refund processing times.

Follow the Instructions

Follow the instructions to start the process of requesting a refund for an Amazon item. If you need further assistance, please move on to the next step.

Contact Amazon Customer Support

If you have questions about requesting a refund or need assistance with the process, it's a good idea to contact Amazon customer support. Considering the timeline, it's important to reach out to them as soon as possible. Give them explicit details so they can provide relevant answers and guide you through the refund process. Make sure to ask if you need to return the item and, if so, how they want you to send it back.

Return Your Amazon Item

If you need to return the Amazon item, make sure you do so quickly. Depending on your situation, you may not be able to get your money back until they've received the item. Don't forget to get proof that you mailed the item back.

Track Your Package

If you had to ship the item back, track it so you can make sure it got returned safely. Once it arrives, keep an eye out for the refund.

Conclusion

Once you know you want to ask for a refund from Amazon, don't delay making the request. However, please note that refunds aren't guaranteed, as it depends on your specific situation. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to Amazon customer support.

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