Change your Amazon language in account settings

Amazon lets you change the language for your entire account in one place: your account settings. The language you pick here controls what you see on the website or app — product names, buttons, checkout screens, and customer service pages all switch to that language. You can change it back anytime, and the change takes effect when ready.

The steps are the same whether you use a computer or phone. Go to your Amazon account, find the settings section (usually called "Account & Lists" or a menu icon), and look for "Language" or "Preferences". Select your preferred language from the dropdown menu, then save. That's the whole process — no restart needed.

Key Takeaways

  • Amazon language settings are in your account preferences, not in your device settings, so changing your phone or computer language won't change Amazon.
  • The language you choose affects everything you see on Amazon — search results, product pages, checkout, and customer service messages.
  • You can switch languages as often as you want, and the change shows up the next time you load a page or refresh the app.
  • If you share an Amazon account with family members, changing the language affects what everyone on that account sees.
  • Some features like Alexa voice commands may have separate language settings you need to adjust in the Alexa app.

Where to find language settings on desktop

On a computer, sign into your Amazon account and look at the top right corner of the page. You'll see "Account & Lists" with a dropdown arrow. Click it. Scroll down until you see "Language settings" or "Preferences" — the exact wording varies by region, but it's always in this menu.

Click on the language option. A list of available languages appears — typically English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Swedish, Polish, Chinese, and Japanese, depending on which Amazon site you're on. Select the one you want, then click "Save" or "Confirm". Refresh the page if it doesn't change right away.

Where to find language settings on mobile

On the Amazon app for iPhone or Android, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll down and tap "Settings". Look for "Language" or "Preferences" — it's usually near the top of the settings list.

Tap the language option and choose from the available languages. The app updates when ready. If you don't see a language option in the main settings menu, try looking under "Accessibility" or "Display" — some versions of the app organize it differently. Close and reopen the app if the language doesn't change right away.

What changes when you switch languages

When you change your Amazon language, nearly everything on the site or app switches. Product titles, descriptions, customer reviews, and the checkout process all appear in your chosen language. Search results reorganize based on what's available in that language — you might see different products or sellers depending on the region's inventory.

Customer service pages, help articles, and email notifications from Amazon also switch to your chosen language. If you contact Amazon support, they may respond in that language, though you can usually request English if needed. Your order history and past reviews stay the same — changing the language doesn't erase anything you've done on the account.

Separate settings for Alexa and other Amazon devices

If you use Alexa or other Amazon devices like Fire tablets, those have their own language settings. Changing the language on your Amazon.com account doesn't automatically change what language Alexa speaks or understands. You need to adjust those separately in the Alexa app.

Open the Alexa app, tap the menu icon, go to "Settings", then "Device Settings", and select your device. Look for "Language" and choose what you want. Fire tablets have their own language settings in the tablet's system settings, not in the Amazon account. Check the device's main settings menu rather than the Amazon app.

When you share an Amazon account with family

If multiple people use the same Amazon account, changing the language affects what everyone sees when they log in. This can be a problem if household members speak different languages or prefer different ones. The account owner's language choice overrides everyone else's preference.

If this is an issue, consider setting up separate Amazon accounts for family members who want different languages. Amazon Household lets you link multiple accounts so you can still share Prime benefits and purchases while keeping individual language preferences. Each person logs in with their own account and sees their own language choice.

Troubleshooting language changes that don't stick

If you change the language but it reverts back, clear your browser cache or app cache. Cached data sometimes overrides your new settings. On a computer, clear your browser history and cookies, then sign back into Amazon. On a phone, go to your app settings, find Amazon, and tap "Clear Cache" — this doesn't delete your account or data, just temporary files.

If the language still doesn't change, try signing out completely, closing the app or browser, and signing back in. Make sure you're actually saving the language change — some versions of the site require you to click a "Save" or "Confirm" button rather than just selecting the language. If you're still stuck, try a different browser or device to see if the problem is specific to one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing Amazon's language affect my Alexa voice commands?

No. Alexa has its own language setting in the Alexa app. You can have Amazon.com in Spanish and Alexa in English, or vice versa. Open the Alexa app, go to Settings, select your device, and change the language there separately.

Will changing the language delete my reviews or order history?

No. Your account data stays exactly the same. Only what you see on the screen changes. Your past orders, reviews, saved items, and payment methods remain in your account no matter what language you choose.

Can I set different languages for different family members on one account?

Not with a single account. The account owner's language choice applies to everyone who logs in. If family members need different languages, set up separate Amazon accounts and link them through Amazon Household to share Prime and purchases.

What if my language isn't in the dropdown menu?

Amazon only offers languages for the region you're in. If you're on Amazon.com (US), you'll see fewer languages than Amazon.co.uk or Amazon.de. You can't add languages that aren't available for your region, but you can switch to a different regional Amazon site if you need a specific language.

Does changing the language on Amazon.com also change it on Amazon Prime Video?

Not automatically. Prime Video has its own language settings. Go to your Prime Video account settings and change the language separately. The two services don't sync language preferences.