Change your password directly from the Prime Video app or website

You can change your Prime Video password through your Amazon account settings in about two minutes. The steps are the same whether you use a phone, tablet, computer, or web browser — you go to your account, find the password section, enter your current password, type the new one twice, and confirm.

The password you change is your Amazon account password, not a separate Prime Video password. This single password controls access to Prime Video, your Amazon purchases, your Kindle library, and any other Amazon services linked to your account. Changing it here changes it everywhere at once.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your password through Amazon account settings, not through a Prime Video-only menu.
  • Your Amazon password controls Prime Video, shopping, Kindle, and all other Amazon services on that account.
  • You need your current password to set a new one, unless you have forgotten it and need to reset instead.
  • New passwords must be at least 6 characters and can include letters, numbers, and symbols.
  • The change takes effect when ready across all devices and apps where you are signed in.

Steps to change your password on a computer or phone

Go to amazon.com and sign in with your current email and password. In the top right corner, hover over or tap "Account & Lists," then select "Account." On the left side of the page, look for "Login & security" and click it. You will see a section labeled "Password" with an "Edit" button next to it.

Click "Edit" and Amazon will ask you to enter your current password again for security. Type it in and select "Continue." Then enter your new password in the first box, type it again in the second box to confirm you did not make a typo, and click "Save changes." The page will confirm the change was successful.

If you are using the Prime Video app on a phone or tablet, you cannot change your password directly in the app. Instead, open a web browser, go to amazon.com, and follow the same steps above. The app will ask you to sign in again with your new password the next time you open it.

What makes a strong password Amazon will accept

Amazon requires passwords to be at least 6 characters long. You can use uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like exclamation marks, hyphens, or underscores. Avoid using your name, email address, or words that appear in a dictionary, because those are easier to guess.

A strong password mixes character types — for example, "BlueMoon#42" is stronger than "password123" because it combines uppercase and lowercase letters with a number and a symbol. You do not need to use all four types, but mixing at least two makes your account harder to break into.

What happens when ready after you change your password

The new password takes effect right away. If you are signed into Prime Video on multiple devices — your phone, tablet, smart TV, or computer — you will stay signed in on those devices for now. However, the next time any of those devices tries to refresh your session or you sign out and back in, it will ask for your new password.

If someone else had access to your old password and was watching Prime Video on your account, they will eventually be signed out when their session expires. Sessions typically last several weeks, so if you suspect unauthorized access, you can force everyone off when ready by signing out of all devices (see the FAQ below).

If you have forgotten your current password

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot use the "Edit" button in account settings because Amazon will ask you to enter it first. Instead, go to the Amazon sign-in page and look for the link that says "Forgot your password?" Click it and enter the email address or phone number associated with your account.

Amazon will send you a link via email or text message. Click the link, and you will be taken to a page where you can create a new password without entering the old one. This is a password reset, not a change, and it works the same way — you set a new password and it takes effect when ready.

Signing out of Prime Video on all devices at once

If you want to force everyone off your account right now — for example, if you think someone else is using it — go to amazon.com, sign in, and go to "Account & Lists" > "Account" > "Login & security." Scroll down to find "Devices and Cookies" or "Where You're Signed In" (the exact name varies by region).

You will see a list of devices currently signed into your account. Click "Sign Out" next to any device you want to remove. This signs that device out when ready, even if someone is actively watching. After you sign out all devices, change your password so they cannot sign back in with the old one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my password on a smart TV or streaming device?

No. Smart TVs and streaming devices like Roku or Fire Stick do not have a way to change your password directly. You must use a computer or phone web browser to change it through amazon.com. After you change it, sign out of the TV or device and sign back in with your new password.

What if I change my password and forget the new one right away?

Go to the Amazon sign-in page and click "Forgot your password?" Enter your email or phone number, and Amazon will send you a reset link. You can then create another new password. There is no limit to how many times you can reset.

Will changing my password affect my Prime Video watch history or saved shows?

No. Your watch history, watchlist, and all saved preferences stay exactly the same. Changing your password only affects how you sign in — it does not touch any of your data or settings.

Do I need a different password for Prime Video than for Amazon shopping?

No. Prime Video uses the same password as your Amazon account. There is no separate Prime Video password. If you want different passwords for different services, you would need to create separate Amazon accounts, but then you would have separate Prime Video subscriptions too.

How often should I change my Prime Video password?

Amazon does not require you to change your password on any schedule. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another website that was hacked, or if you have not changed it in several years. Otherwise, once is enough.