The holiday season often means a flurry of Amazon deliveries. While Alexa’s delivery announcements are helpful, they can ruin surprises if gifts are involved. Luckily, it’s easy to disable these notifications and keep your purchases private. This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on how to stop Alexa from revealing your Amazon orders.
Amazon Shopping alert settings in Amazon Alexa app Credit: Reviewed / Rachel Murphy
Silencing Alexa’s Shopping Updates: A Step-by-Step Guide
Here’s how to adjust your Amazon Shopping notifications within the Alexa app to prevent premature gift reveals:
Step 1: Access the Alexa App: Download and open the Amazon Alexa app on your mobile device. Ensure you’re logged in with the correct Amazon account credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to Settings: Tap “More” in the bottom right corner of the app. Then, select “Settings” followed by “Notifications,” and finally, choose “Amazon Shopping.”
Step 3: Disable Item Title Announcements: Locate the section titled “Say or show item titles.” Toggle the switch next to “For items in delivery updates” to the off position. This prevents Alexa from announcing the names of delivered items.
Step 4: Turn Off Delivery Notifications: For added privacy, scroll down to the “Delivery Notifications” section and disable package alerts. This will stop Alexa from announcing the arrival of packages altogether.
Echo Show 10 Credit: Reviewed / Rachel Murphy
Confirming Your Settings
To verify that your changes are working correctly, try asking Alexa, “Where’s my stuff?” If the settings are disabled, she’ll only provide general delivery timing information without revealing the contents of your orders. The yellow flashing light on your Echo device, typically signaling a pending delivery, will also be deactivated.
Reactivating Notifications
Remember to re-enable these notifications after the holidays if you prefer Alexa’s usual delivery updates. This allows you to easily track your Amazon orders and their estimated arrival times. In the meantime, be sure to check your porch regularly for deliveries!
This simple adjustment ensures your holiday surprises remain secret until the big day. By taking control of Alexa’s notification settings, you can maintain privacy and prevent accidental gift reveals. Enjoy a surprise-filled holiday season!
