If someone changed the email address on your Amazon account, this is a serious security issue. It usually means the attacker gained access to your account and is trying to lock you out permanently.
Don’t panic — but act fast. Here’s exactly what to do.
Table of Contents
- Step 1: Try Amazon Account Recovery Immediately
- Step 2: Check Your Email Inbox (Including Trash)
- Step 3: Secure Your Email Account
- Step 4: Call Amazon Customer Support
- Step 5: Check for Fraudulent Orders
- Step 6: Remove Unknown Devices
- Why This Happens
- Important Warning
- How to Prevent This From Happening Again
- If Recovery Fails
- Final Thoughts
Step 1: Try Amazon Account Recovery Immediately
Go to:
Amazon Sign-In Page → Click “Need Help?” → “Forgot your password?”
Enter:
- Your old email address
- Or your phone number linked to the account
Even if the email was changed, Amazon sometimes still recognizes your original credentials during recovery.
If prompted:
- Verify with SMS
- Answer account questions
- Provide billing details if requested
Time matters here. The faster you act, the easier recovery usually is.
If your account is already inaccessible beyond email recovery, this related guide on what to do when your Amazon account is locked may also help.
Step 2: Check Your Email Inbox (Including Trash)
Search for:
- “Amazon email changed”
- “Login & Security update”
- “New email added”
Amazon typically sends a notification when an email address is changed.
Important:
There is often a “Revert this change” link inside that email.
If you see it — click it immediately.
Check:
- Spam folder
- Deleted folder
- Archived folder
Hackers sometimes delete those alerts to hide their activity.
If you also received suspicious messages before this happened, review this guide on an Amazon unusual activity email, real or fake.
Step 3: Secure Your Email Account
If your Amazon email was changed, your email account may also be compromised.
Immediately:
- Change your email password
- Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Check login history
- Remove unknown recovery emails or phone numbers
- Disable suspicious forwarding rules
If your email is still compromised, the attacker can keep intercepting recovery attempts.
If you also noticed unexpected codes or resets, see Amazon OTP I didn’t request and Amazon password reset I didn’t request.
Step 4: Call Amazon Customer Support
If you are locked out and recovery fails, contact Amazon directly.
Use Amazon’s official support page — do not click links in emails.
You may need to verify your identity by providing:
- Your full name
- Billing address
- Last 4 digits of card used
- Recent order details
- Photo ID (in some cases)
Explain clearly:
“My account email was changed without my authorization. I am locked out.”
They can temporarily freeze the account to prevent fraudulent orders.
You can use Amazon’s official help page here.
Step 5: Check for Fraudulent Orders
Once you regain access:
- Review Order History
- Check Archived Orders
- Review Digital Purchases (gift cards are common targets)
- Check Your Payments for unknown cards
Cancel any orders that haven’t shipped yet.
If charges occurred:
- Contact your bank immediately
- Dispute unauthorized transactions
If you find orders you did not place, also review someone ordered from my Amazon account and Amazon unauthorized purchases.
Step 6: Remove Unknown Devices
After regaining access:
Go to:
Account → Login & Security → Manage Devices
Remove:
- Unknown devices
- Suspicious sessions
Then change your password again.
Why This Happens
Common causes:
- Reused passwords from other websites
- Phishing emails pretending to be Amazon
- Fake “Account Suspended” messages
- Data breaches from unrelated sites
- Weak passwords
Hackers often use stolen credentials from other breaches and test them on Amazon automatically.
In some cases, account takeover escalates further and can lead to an Amazon account hacked situation or even an Amazon account on hold for suspicious activity message.
Important Warning
If the hacker:
- Changed the email
- Changed the phone number
- Removed your payment methods
This suggests deeper account control. In these cases, Amazon may require identity verification before restoring access.
Be patient but persistent.
How to Prevent This From Happening Again
Once your account is secure:
✔ Use a unique password for Amazon
✔ Enable Two-Step Verification
✔ Use a password manager
✔ Avoid logging in on public Wi-Fi
✔ Never click suspicious “Amazon” emails
✔ Regularly check Login & Security settings
If Recovery Fails
If Amazon cannot restore access:
- Ask them to permanently close the compromised account
- Create a new account with a brand-new email address
- Do NOT reuse old passwords
Also consider placing a fraud alert on your credit report if you suspect identity theft.
If Amazon takes action on your account during the recovery process, you may also want to understand why Amazon may close your account.
Final Thoughts
If someone changed your Amazon email, treat it as urgent.
The key priorities are:
1. Regain access
2. Secure your email
3. Freeze financial damage
4. Enable 2FA
5. Monitor your accounts
Most Amazon account takeovers are reversible — but speed makes all the difference.
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