Amazon Pay

Digital-wallet checkout that lets shoppers use payment and address details from their Amazon account on participating merchant websites.

Last reviewed: 2026-07-21

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Overview

Digital-wallet checkout that lets shoppers use payment and address details from their Amazon account on participating merchant websites.

Best for

Online merchants that want to add a familiar wallet option alongside their primary card and alternative-payment checkout methods.

Not ideal for

Businesses seeking a standalone full-service commerce platform or a payment option independent of Amazon customer accounts.

Key features

Amazon-account checkout

Stored address and payment details

Recurring payments

Fraud controls

Checkout APIs

Integrations

Confirm current integration depth with the vendor before buying. Listed integrations are a starting point for research, not a complete implementation guarantee.

ShopifyWooCommerceAdobe CommerceBigCommerceAmazon Pay APIs

Pricing summary

Amazon Pay charges transaction-based processing and authorization fees that vary by transaction type and market. Cross-border, dispute, refund, and other service terms can affect cost.

Free trial

Not applicable

Free plan

Pros and cons

Pros

Familiar checkout for Amazon customers
Stored customer details can reduce input
Works as an additional wallet option

Cons

Not a complete processor replacement for every merchant
Customer must use an Amazon account
Availability and fees vary by market

Alternatives

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