How to activate an Amazon credit card

How to activate your Amazon card with American Express

American Express offers three ways to activate your Amazon credit card:

1. Visit the americanexpress.com/confirmcard, enter your credit card number and 4-digit card ID on the back of your card. Click Confirm.
2. Call the number on the back of your card.
3. Download and use the Amex mobile app on iOS or Android, enter your card numbers or scan the card.

How to activate your Amazon card with Chase

There are two ways to activate your Amazon credit card with Chase:

1. Go to the chase.com/personal/credit-cards/verify-credit-card, log in or sign up with your Social Security number and your card, account or application number.
2. Call 800-432-3117 and follow the prompts.

How to activate your Amazon card with Synchrony

If your Amazon card is issued by Synchrony, here’s how to activate it:

1. If you have a sticker on the back of your card, call the number written on the sticker.
2. Otherwise, call the number on the back of your card.

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Now that you have your Amazon card activated, you can start using it. If you ever feel the need to have access to a higher credit line or additional perks, consider applying for a second card to help you maximize rewards. For example, if your card now earns accelerated rewards on Amazon purchases, your next card could earn you rewards on groceries, gas or any other category where you spend most. Check out the cards in the table below to see what perks and rewards you could get.

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Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express			20% at Amazon.com up to $200 back in the first 6 months, 2% at US gas stations and select US department stores, 3% at US supermarkets on up to $6,000 per year, then 1% after that and on all other purchases	0% intro for the first 15 months (then 13.99% to 23.99% variable)	$0	Apply now View details	This everyday cashback card is ideal for Black Friday and holiday shopping with 20% back at Amazon.com up to $200 back in the first 6 months. Rates & fees	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Chase Freedom Flex℠			5% back in rotating categories up to $1,500 combined each activated quarter (then 1%), 5% on travel purchased through Chase, 3% on dining and drugstores, and 1% on all other purchases	0% intro for the first 15 months (then 14.99% to 23.74% variable)	$0	Apply now View details	Get up to 5% cashback in rotating and newly added everyday categories. The refreshed Freedom Flex card has lots of earning potential.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card			5x points on Lyft, 2x points on travel and dining and 1x points on all other purchases	15.99% to 22.99% variable	$95	Apply now View details	Earn a signup bonus worth $750 with this popular travel card. Combine with other Chase Ultimate Rewards cards for even greater value.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card			N/A	0% intro for the first 18 months (then 14.74% to 24.74% variable)	$0	Apply now View details	An impressive 18 months intro APR on balance transfers and purchases, as well as no annual fee make this one of the top 0% APR cards available.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express			6% on select US streaming services, 3% on transit and US gas stations, 6% at US supermarkets on up to $6,000 annually, then 1% after that and on all other purchases	0% intro for the first 12 months (then 13.99% to 23.99% variable)	$0 intro annual fee for the first year ($95 thereafter)	Apply now View details	Perfect for families: Get up to 6% on everyday purchases and a welcome offer worth $300. This heavy-hitter rewards card has uncontested value. Rates & fees	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Chase Freedom Unlimited®			5% cash back on travel purchased through Chase, 5% on Lyft, 3% on dining and drugstores and 1.5% on all other purchases	0% intro for the first 15 months (then 14.99% to 23.74% variable)	$0	Apply now View details	This solid 1.5% cashback card gets even better with the addition of up to 5% back in categories like travel, drug stores and dining.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express® Gold Card			3x points on directly-booked flights; 4x at restaurants; 4x at US supermarkets on up to $25,000 annually (then 1x points)		$250	Apply now View details	Earn up to 4x points on select purchases, a bevy of travel perks, and a welcome offer worth up to $600 with this upper-mid tier travel card. Rates & fees	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Citi® Double Cash Card			Up to 2% cash back on purchases (1% when you buy plus 1% as you pay)	13.99% to 23.99% variable	$0	Apply now View details	Earn up to 2% on every purchase with no annual fee. This is the highest flat-rate cashback card on the market.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Chase Sapphire Reserve®			10x points on Lyft rides, 3x points on dining and travel after earning your $300 travel credit and 1x points on all other purchases	16.99% to 23.99% variable	$550	Apply now View details	Get a generous $300 in annual travel credits, 3x points on travel and dining, and a 50% bonus on point redemptions with Chase's premier card.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
CardMatch™ from creditcards.com			See terms	See issuer's website	See terms	See offer View details	Use the CardMatch tool to find cards you're likely to qualify for with your credit score, without a hard pull on your credit.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Premier Credit Card			2x points on Southwest Airlines and 1x points on all other purchases	15.99% to 22.99% variable	$99	See offer View details	Earn 40,000 bonus points after you spend $1,000 on purchases in the first 3 months.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Platinum Card® from American Express			10x points at US gas stations and US supermarkets on up to $15,000 combined in the first 6 months, 15x points on directly-booked flights or on flights and hotels on Amex Travel. 1x points on all other purchases. Starting January 1, 2021, your 15x points on flights will be capped on up to $500,000 annually (then 1x points).	See rates & fees	$550	Apply now View details	One of the most valuable premium travel cards, featuring two welcome offers worth up to $4,500, multiple travel credits and unrivaled lounge access. Rates & fees	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Bottom line

Amazon credit cards are issued by three different card providers. However, the card activation process generally remains the same — by phone and online. American Express is the only provider of the three that lets you activate your card via the bank’s mobile app. If you need to activate a credit card from a different bank, read our guide on credit card activation.

Also consider adding one of the best accompanying credit cards on the market to your wallet. This may increase your credit limit and allow you access to additional perks or a new signup bonus.

Frequently asked questions

• How long does it take to activate my Amazon credit card?

  No matter which card provider issues your Amazon credit card, the activation process shouldn’t take more than a few minutes.

• How do I know if my Amazon credit card is activated?

  Log in to your online account or check your mobile app. Your activated card should appear there.