Reset Your Kindle Password Through Your Amazon Account

The fastest way to reset your Kindle password is through the Amazon website on a computer or phone. Go to amazon.com, click the account menu in the top right, and select Login & security. You will see a section called Password with an Edit button next to it. Click that button, enter your current password to confirm your identity, then type your new password twice and save the change.

Your new password takes effect when ready across all your Amazon services — including Kindle, Prime Video, and any other Amazon account features. You do not need to sign out of your Kindle devices manually; they will ask for the new password the next time you try to buy a book or access content that requires authentication.

If you are resetting the password on a phone or tablet, the steps are the same. Open a web browser (not the Amazon app), go to amazon.com, and follow the login and security path. The Amazon app itself does not have a password reset option built in.

Key Takeaways

  • Reset your Kindle password by logging into amazon.com, going to Account > Login & security, and clicking Edit next to Password.
  • You must enter your current password before you can create a new one, so this method only works if you remember your existing password.
  • The password change takes effect when ready on all Amazon services and devices linked to your account.
  • If you have forgotten your password entirely, use the "Forgot password" link on the Amazon login page instead of trying to reset through account settings.
  • Kindle devices and apps will prompt you to sign in again with your new password the next time they need to authenticate.

What to Do If You Forgot Your Password Completely

If you cannot remember your current password, you cannot use the account settings method above. Instead, go to amazon.com and click Sign in in the top right. On the login page, click the Forgot password? link below the password field.

Amazon will ask you to enter the email address or phone number associated with your account. You will then receive a code by email or text message. Enter that code on the next screen, and Amazon will let you create a new password without needing the old one. This process usually takes a few minutes.

After you set your new password, sign out of any Kindle devices and sign back in with the new password. If a device does not prompt you to sign in, go to the device settings, find the account section, and sign out manually before signing back in.

Resetting a Child's Kindle Password on a Parent Account

If you manage a child's Kindle through Amazon's Household or Parental Controls features, you cannot reset the child's password directly. Instead, the child must reset their own password using the "Forgot password" method above, or you can remove them from your household and add them back with a new password.

To remove a child account, go to amazon.com, click your account menu, select Household, find the child's name, and click Remove. You can then add them back by inviting them to your household again. They will receive an invitation email and can set up a new password during that process.

Why Your Kindle Device Keeps Asking for Your Password

If your Kindle device or app repeatedly asks you to sign in even after you have entered the correct password, the device may have an outdated password stored in its memory. Sign out completely from the device, restart it, and sign back in with your current password.

On a Kindle e-reader, go to Settings > Device Options > Deregister to sign out. On a Kindle app (phone or tablet), open the app menu, tap Settings, and look for Sign out or Deregister this device. After you deregister, sign back in with your current password. The device will read your books and settings again, which may take a few minutes depending on your internet connection.

Changing Your Password on a Kindle Device Itself

You cannot change your Amazon password directly on a Kindle device — you must use a computer or phone web browser. However, you can change the PIN that locks your Kindle screen, which is different from your Amazon account password.

On a Kindle e-reader, go to Settings > Device Options > Parental Controls and set or change the PIN there. On a Kindle Fire tablet, go to Settings > Security > Screen Lock and choose a PIN, password, or pattern. This PIN only locks the device itself and does not affect your Amazon account or your ability to buy books.

What Happens When You Reset Your Password

Resetting your Amazon password does not delete your books, reading progress, or any other content on your Kindle devices. Your library stays exactly as it is. The password change only affects how you sign in.

If you have multiple Kindle devices registered to your account, they will all continue to work after you reset your password. However, they may ask you to sign in again the next time they try to read a new book or check for updates. This is normal and expected. straightforward enter your new password when prompted.

If you share your Amazon account with family members through the Household feature, resetting your password does not affect their access to shared content. Each person in the household has their own login, so changing your password does not change theirs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reset my Kindle password without knowing my current password?

Yes. Click "Forgot password?" on the Amazon login page, and Amazon will send you a code by email or text. Use that code to create a new password without entering the old one.

Will resetting my password delete my books or reading progress?

No. Your books, bookmarks, highlights, and reading progress remain on your devices and in your Amazon library. Resetting your password only changes how you sign in.

How long does it take for my new password to work on all my Kindle devices?

The new password takes effect when ready on your Amazon account. Devices will recognize it the next time they need to authenticate, usually within a few minutes. You may need to sign out and sign back in manually on some devices to use the new password right away.

What if I reset my password but my Kindle device still will not sign in?

Deregister the device completely (go to Settings and look for Deregister or Sign out), restart it, and sign back in with your new password. This clears any cached login information that might be causing the problem.

Can I reset someone else's Kindle password?

Only if you manage their account as a parent or guardian through Amazon's Household or Parental Controls features. Otherwise, only the account owner can reset the password by using the "Forgot password?" link on the login page.