Changing the Amazon account linked to your Alexa device is a straightforward process, whether you’re giving it away, selling it, or simply want to use a different account. This guide provides a comprehensive walkthrough on how to change your Alexa account on both the mobile app and the Amazon website. We’ll also cover how to manage multiple accounts on a single device.
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Changing Your Alexa Account via the Mobile App
The Alexa app offers a convenient way to manage your device settings, including changing the associated Amazon account. Follow these steps:
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Open the Alexa App: Launch the Alexa app on your smartphone or tablet.
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Navigate to More: Tap the “More” button located in the bottom right corner of the screen.
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Access Settings: Select “Settings” from the menu that appears.
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Go to Device Settings: Tap on “Device Settings” to view a list of your connected Alexa devices.
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Select Your Device: Choose the specific Alexa device you want to modify.
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Deregister the Device: Scroll down to find the “Registered to” section and tap “Deregister.” This will remove the current Amazon account from the device.
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Set Up with a New Account: After deregistering, you can set up the Alexa device again using a different Amazon account.
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Changing Your Alexa Account on the Amazon Website
Alternatively, you can change the linked Amazon account through the Amazon website:
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Visit the Alexa Website: Go to the Alexa website on Amazon.com and sign in to your account.
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Access Settings: Click on “Settings” in the left-hand navigation menu.
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Select Your Device: Choose the Alexa device you want to modify from the list of your devices.
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Deregister the Device: Locate the “Deregister” button next to the account name and click on it. Confirm the deregistration in the subsequent prompt.
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Set Up with a New Account: You can now set up your Alexa device with a new or different Amazon account.
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Using Multiple Amazon Accounts on Alexa
You can use multiple Amazon accounts on a single Alexa device by utilizing the Amazon Household feature:
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Create an Amazon Household: Visit the Amazon Household page on the Amazon website and follow the instructions to add another adult to your household. Both adults need their own Amazon accounts.
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Switch Between Accounts: Once the Amazon Household is set up, you can switch between accounts by saying, “Alexa, switch accounts.”
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Identify the Current Account: To know which account is currently active, say, “Alexa, identify account.”
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Important Considerations
- Amazon Household Limits: An Amazon Household can include up to two adults, four teens, and four children.
- Selling or Gifting: Always deregister your account from an Alexa device before selling or giving it away.
- Voice Profiles: Set up individual voice profiles for each household member to improve Alexa’s recognition accuracy. This can be done in the Alexa app under Settings > Account Settings > Recognized Voices.
By following these steps, you can easily change your Alexa account and manage multiple users on your device. Remember to deregister your account before transferring ownership of your Alexa device.
