How to Cancel or Delete Your Amazon Seller Central Account (Step-by-Step Guide)
If you’re looking to delete or cancel your Amazon Seller Central account, it’s important to follow the proper process. Whether you’re stepping away temporarily or shutting down your Amazon business permanently, this guide will show you how to close your account safely while avoiding common mistakes.
Why Would You Close an Amazon Seller Account?
Amazon sellers choose to close their accounts for various reasons:
1. You’re no longer selling products on Amazon
2. You’re switching platforms or moving to another business model
3. You want to take a break from e-commerce
4. You want to avoid recurring subscription charges
Whatever your reason, it’s crucial to handle the closure correctly to avoid any issues with pending orders, fees, or account reactivation.
How to Delete Your Amazon Seller Central Account: Step-by-Step
1. Log in to Seller Central
Go to sellercentral.amazon.com and log into your Amazon seller account.
2. Navigate to Settings > Account Info
On the top right corner, click the ‘Settings’ dropdown and select ‘Account Info’.
3. Go to the Account Management Section
Inside the Account Info page, scroll down or locate the Account Management section.
4. Click on ‘Close Account’
In the Account Management section, you’ll find an option labeled ‘Close Account’. Click on it to begin the closure process.
5. Resolve Any Pending Issues
Before Amazon allows you to close your account, you must:
– Fulfill all pending orders
– Handle any open return requests
– Respond to buyer messages
– Remove active listings or FBA inventory
– Ensure all performance issues are addressed
6. Request Account Closure
Once all issues are cleared, you’ll be able to click the ‘Request Account Closure’ button. Amazon will then review your request and send a confirmation email. Account deletion is permanent—you won’t be able to recover your account after this step.
Tip: Consider Downgrading Instead
If you might sell again in the future, consider downgrading to an Individual Seller account instead of deleting it. This stops your monthly subscription fees but preserves your account history, reviews, and performance metrics.
Final Thoughts
Closing your Amazon seller account is a serious decision, and doing it the right way ensures you avoid any issues down the line. Always double-check for open transactions or unresolved issues before proceeding.
Need personalized help? I work with Amazon sellers every day and can guide you through the closure process or help with any part of your Amazon business. Feel free to reach out!
