Amazon PayPhrase

How do I use a PayPhrase?

Your PayPhrase is unique

No two PayPhrases are the same, so choose a PayPhrase that's easy for you to remember – it can be as creative or simple as you'd like. You can create an original PayPhrase yourself, or select one of our suggestions.

Each PayPhrase is two or more words, and the entire phrase must be at least four or more characters. We'll check availability for you as you create your PayPhrase. No digits or special characters are allowed. A PayPhrase can be up to 100 characters in length.

PayPhrase Tip: When you set up your first PayPhrase, choose the shipping address and payment method you most commonly use to buy at Amazon. Your first PayPhrase will be your default PayPhrase on future visits to Amazon.com.

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Amazon Payments Frequently Asked Questions

What is happening to Amazon PayPhrase?

On or about February 20, 2012, Amazon PayPhrase will no longer be available as a way to checkout. As a result, the PayPhrase button will no longer be available at Amazon.com. In addition, the PayPhrase page at payments.amazon.com will no longer be available.

Why is PayPhrase being shut down?

Since launching PayPhrase, we've learned a great deal about how our customers like to checkout. We've applied many of these lessons to other features on Amazon.com.

I am using PayPhrase for my business purchases, what do I do?

There is a new purchase delegation solution available for businesses. Click here for details.

What will Amazon do with my PayPhrase information?

Like all of your Amazon.com account information, we work to ensure the security of the payment and shipping information associated with PayPhrases you created. Please see our Privacy Notice for additional information.

What will happen to my PayPhrase orders?

Orders placed with PayPhrases prior to February 20, 2012, but haven't yet shipped, won't be affected by this change. You'll continue to be able to view your PayPhrase order history at payments.amazon.com. For PayPhrase orders placed on Amazon.com, your PayPhrase order history will also be available in Your Account at Amazon.com.

Can I still view and edit PayPhrases?

On or about February 20, 2012, the Manage PayPhrases page will no longer be available. You will not be able to view or edit PayPhrases. For business PayPhrase customers, there will be a new purchase delegation tool – click here for more details.

Is there another way to let someone else shop at Amazon.com using my account?

If you want to enable someone else to purchase at Amazon.com, you can send an Amazon.com Gift Card. Gift cards can be delivered instantly via e-mail. Please visit our main Gift Cards page for more information.

Is there another way to do express checkout at Amazon.com?

Yes, use Amazon 1-Click.

What is a PayPhrase?

PayPhrase is an easy-to-remember shortcut to shipping and payment information in your Amazon.com account. You can use your PayPhrase to shop at Amazon.com. Simply use your PayPhrase and a 4-digit PIN to checkout anywhere you see the PayPhrase button.

Use your PayPhrase for express checkout at Amazon.com.

Why should I use an Amazon PayPhrase?

• Express checkout: Speed through checkout without having to sign in
• Parental controls: Let teens and students shop online within limits you set

How do I create a PayPhrase?

Create an original PayPhrase yourself, or choose one of our suggestions. Once you have claimed a particular PayPhrase, it can't be claimed by anyone else.

Each PayPhrase must be two or more words, and can be as little as 4 characters or up to 100 characters long. PayPhrases cannot include numbers or special characters. PayPhrases are not case-sensitive, so "Weekend Warrior" and "weekend warrior" are considered the same PayPhrase. We'll check for PayPhrase availability as you create your PayPhrase.

Once you have chosen your PayPhrase, create a 4-digit PIN to use whenever you submit an order with your PayPhrase. Finally, either select payment and shipping information from your Amazon.com account, or enter new credit or debit card and shipping details. Every time you buy something with your PayPhrase, your order will use these same settings.

› Create your PayPhrase

What can I do with my PayPhrase?

Use your PayPhrase to checkout when you shop at Amazon.com. Just enter your PayPhrase, review your order details (includes shipping costs and tax), and type your PIN to complete your order. Because your PayPhrase is already associated with payment, shipping, and other information from your Amazon.com account, you do not have to enter this information again when you buy with your PayPhrase.

You can also give teens and students in your family PayPhrase allowances, so they can buy online without having direct access to your credit card number or account credentials. Simply set monthly limits for a PayPhrase, and auto-approve purchases up to a preset limit or review and approve each individual order via e-mail or mobile text message.

How can I use PayPhrase at work?

Create a PayPhrase to use as a purchase delegation solution for the workplace. Use optional PayPhrase settings to set monthly spending limits and establish approval alerts so you can review every order. To allow multiple individuals to utilize a common payment method and shipping address, simply:

1. Choose a phrase for the recipient. You can make this specific to a particular person to easily distinguish who has purchased what.
2. Set a monthly spending limit and select other controls such as pre-approvals of purchases.
3. Choose a shipping address to be used for orders placed with that PayPhrase.
4. Select a credit or debit card or line of credit to be the payment method for orders placed with this PayPhrase.

Then share the PayPhrase and 4-digit PIN with the co-worker or team member to whom you would like to give this purchase delegation option. They will be able to make purchases only within the limits you've set. You'll receive a confirmation when they place an order, and you can review purchases for the PayPhrase anytime by visiting the PayPhrase Orders page at www.amazonpayments.com/payphrase, or by clicking the View Orders link at the top of this page.

If you have chosen to approve each order individually, you will receive an e-mail alert when an order is placed. Simply click the button in the e-mail to approve or decline the order – orders will automatically be canceled after 7 days if they are not approved. You can also opt to receive text message alerts on your mobile phone, and approve orders via a text response.

Is my PayPhrase secure?

Yes. When a purchase is made with PayPhrase, orders will be delivered to the shipping address associated with that PayPhrase.

Creating or making changes to PayPhrase settings require you to log in using your Amazon.com account credentials. This includes making changes to the shipping address or credit card associated with your PayPhrase.

Who can use a PayPhrase?

Customers with an Amazon.com or Amazon Payments account can create PayPhrases. Account holders can create a PayPhrase for themselves, or they can create PayPhrases for others to use – including teens or other family members. Amazon PayPhrase is currently only available in the U.S.

What does a PayPhrase cost?

PayPhrase is free to use to make purchases.

Does my PayPhrase have to be secret?

Because PayPhrases are linked to your account, you should share your PayPhrases with people or businesses with whom you do business or want to use your account. PayPhrases provide an additional layer of security because even if someone knows your PayPhrase, they cannot make purchases unless they also know your PIN. Shipping and payment information also cannot be changed for a PayPhrase without logging into your account.

How do I use PayPhrase to give an allowance?

Create a PayPhrase to provide an allowance to teens in your family, or students away at college. Use optional PayPhrase settings to set monthly spending limits. You may also choose to set up approval alerts so you can review every order. To create an allowance simply

1. Choose a phrase for the recipient. You can do this together, or surprise the recipient with a phrase they will like.
2. Set a monthly spending limit and select other controls such as pre-approvals of purchases.
3. Choose a shipping address to be used for orders placed with that PayPhrase.
4. Select a credit or debit card to be charged when orders are placed for the PayPhrase.

Then share the PayPhrase and 4-digit PIN with your teen or college student. They will be able to make purchases only within the limits you've set. You'll receive a confirmation when they place an order, and you can review purchases for the PayPhrase anytime by visiting the PayPhrase Orders page at www.amazonpayments.com/payphrase, or by clicking the View Orders link at the top of this page.

If you have chosen to approve each order individually, you will receive an e-mail alert when an order is placed. Simply click the button in the e-mail to approve or decline the order – orders will automatically be canceled after 24 hours if they are not approved. You can also opt to receive text message alerts on your mobile phone, and approve orders by responding with a text message of your own.

Learn more about giving a PayPhrase allowance

How can the PayPhrase recipient check their monthly balance or order status?

While at Amazon.com, type the word "info" into any PayPhrase button. Then enter the PayPhrase and PIN when prompted. They can also visit www.amazon.com/payphrase and click "View Allowance Activity." They then must enter their PayPhrase and PIN when prompted.

What shipping options does my PayPhrase provide at Amazon.com?

PayPhrase orders at Amazon.com will default to Standard Shipping. You may choose a different shipping option when previewing your order. If the PayPhrase is associated with an account enrolled in Amazon Prime, you may choose one of the Prime shipping options – the default Prime shipping option will be 2-Day Free Shipping.

How can I purchase multiple items using a PayPhrase at Amazon.com?

When you purchase using a PayPhrase from any product page at Amazon.com, we will automatically combine eligible items ordered within 30 minutes into as few shipments as possible. In order to combine items into the same shipment, orders must be purchased from the same merchant, shipped to the same address, and the same shipping option must be chosen. As long as you purchase multiple items within 30 minutes of each other, your items will be consolidated into as few shipments as possible.

Will my PayPhrase orders be eligible for Free Super Saver Shipping at Amazon.com?

Yes. If your order qualifies for Free Super Saver Shipping, you'll see that option when you preview your order. If you buy multiple items with PayPhrase, and your initial purchase does not qualify for Free Super Saver Shipping, you may still qualify for Free Super Saver Shipping on a subsequent PayPhrase order. Subsequent PayPhrase orders placed within 30 minutes of your initial order will be combined into as few shipments as possible to minimize shipping costs. As you place subsequent PayPhrase orders, you'll see the option for Free Super Saver Shipping and any eligible shipping discounts will be applied at that time.