How to Cancel Amazon Gift Card: Resolving Your Concerns

Last Updated on November 9, 2023 by Kimberlee Johnson

Have you ever found yourself with an Amazon gift card you don’t need or want? It could be for a product you already bought, or you’d rather have the cash instead.

I’ve been in that situation before, and I’m here to share a simple step-by-step guide on how to cancel an Amazon gift card.

There’s no need to stress; follow these easy instructions, and you’ll be on your way to reclaiming your funds in no time. Read on.

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Easy Tips To Cancel An Amazon Gift Card

Tip #1: Using A Mobile App

Open the Amazon app on your iPhone or Android device.
Tap the three horizontal line icons located in the upper-left corner of the screen.
Scroll down and tap “Your Orders” in the menu.
Find your gift card delivery order and tap on it.
Continue scrolling to find the “Cancel order” option – tap on it.
Select the gift card items you want to cancel.
Optionally, provide a reason for the cancellation.
To confirm the cancellation, tap the orange “Cancel checked items” button.

Tip #2: Use Your Computer

Start by opening your internet browser and visiting Amazon’s website.
To access your account and lists, move your cursor to the top right of the page and click the “Account & Lists” button.
When the dropdown option displays, click on “Your Orders.”
Within your list of orders, locate the gift card delivery order.
Next to the gift card order, you’ll find the “Cancel items” option – click on it.
Now, select the specific gift card items you wish to cancel.
If needed, provide a reason for the cancellation.
To finalize the process, click the “Cancel checked items” button.

How Long Will It Take To Get A Refund For Canceling An Amazon Gift Card?

After canceling your Amazon gift card and providing your bank information, you can typically expect to receive your refund within a prompt 1-2 business days.

Be aware that the gift card’s validity period may change depending on the mode of payment originally used to buy it.

If you originally used a credit or debit card for the transaction, the refund will be credited back to that card [1].

“Canceling an Amazon gift card is a smart move when your gifting intentions don’t align with your Amazon wishlist.”
– Howkapow Gift Site

Be patient as the refund processes, and rest assured that Amazon strives to facilitate timely refunds to ensure a smooth customer experience.

But can an Amazon gift card be canceled?

How Do I Change Or Remove An Amazon Gift Card?

Editing Gift Cards

Log in to Your Amazon Payments Account: Begin by logging into your Amazon Payments account. Once logged in, click on “Edit My Account Settings.”
Access Credit Card Information: To edit your gift card details, navigate to “Add, edit, or delete my credit cards,” where you can view your current information.
Edit Card Details: Click the “Edit” button next to the specific credit card you wish to modify. You can change the expiration date, cardholder name, and associated billing information.
Confirm Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, click “Confirm” to finalize the changes.

Removing Your Gift Card

Visit the Amazon Website: You can access the Amazon website on any computer or phone with a web browser. Only gift cards issued by significant credit card companies like MasterCard, Visa, or American Express [2] are subject to cancellation.
Log In: To access your Amazon account, navigate to the web browser’s upper right corner and click the login link.
Access Your Account: Go over “Hello, YOURNAME” at the top right corner of the screen and click on “Your Account.”
Navigate to Payment Options: On the right side of the page, under “Your Account,” click on “Payment options.”
Select the Card: Find the gift card that you want to delete and then click the arrow icon that is located next to it to get access to other choices.
Remove the Card: Click the “Remove” option next to the “Edit” button.
Confirm Removal: To confirm your decision, click “Confirm remove.” Remember that removing the card will not cancel any pending payments.

Find out how you can add gift cards to the Amazon registry here.

Can You Cancel An Amazon Gift Card After It Has Been Sent?

Once an Amazon gift card order has been placed and reaches its Scheduled Delivery date, you cannot cancel it during that two-day window.

Amazon charges your payment method at this stage, making cancellation unavailable.

“The terrible thing about the internet and Amazon is that they take the magic and happy chaos out of book shopping. The internet might give you what you want, but it won’t give you what you need.”
– Tom Hodgkinson, British Writer and Editor

So, it’s crucial to carefully consider your gift card purchases before confirming them, as Amazon’s policy restricts cancellations after the Scheduled Delivery date.

FAQs

How to transfer the funds on my Amazon gift card to a different account?

Transferring the funds from your Amazon gift card to a different account is impossible. Amazon gift card balances are non-transferable between accounts or stores.

Do Amazon gift cards expire if they are not used?

Amazon gift cards will not expire, even if they have not been redeemed or activated.

You can use them without worrying about any time constraints or expiration deadlines.

Can I find out who used my Amazon gift card?

Amazon does not provide a direct means to identify who redeemed an Amazon gift card.

However, if you possess a physical gift card (store-bought or purchased from Amazon), you can contact Amazon customer service to inquire about its redemption status.

Is it necessary to activate Amazon gift cards?

Not really, but for gift cards received at pickup, it’s important to note that they initially have a zero balance and need to be activated and funded at home before they can be used for payment.

Final Words

Canceling an Amazon gift card has proven to be a relatively simple process.

Firstly, I learned that if you’re using a computer, you can swiftly cancel a gift card order by accessing your Amazon Payments account, finding the order, and following the cancellation steps.

Alternatively, through the Amazon mobile app, the process is equally efficient. Just tap into your orders, locate the gift card delivery order, and cancel it easily.

It’s crucial to remember that once you’ve canceled the gift card and provided your bank information, you will expect to receive the refund within 1-2 business days, depending on your payment method.

Whether editing or removing a gift card, these steps ensure you maintain control over your Amazon account and payments.

References:

https://www.thebalancemoney.com/should-you-spend-with-debit-or-credit-cards-315480
https://time.com/personal-finance/article/best-american-express-card/

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Kimberlee Johnson is a preschool teacher and a mom of 3. She puts a lot of thought into gift-buying and gift-giving as she believes that each gift should tell a story. She enjoys scrapbooking and watching the History Channel. Learn more about us here or you can email us [email protected].