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Why is Amazon requesting I change my password?
The e-mail sent to affected users said that the company had “recently discovered that your [Amazon] password may have been improperly stored on your device or transmitted to Amazon in a way that could potentially expose it to a third party,” according to ZDNet. …
Why do I keep getting password reset requests?
If someone keeps trying to request a password reset, your email address can be fetched by malware, phishing emails, or attacking Internet sites. Run anti-virus/anti-malware scans on your computer. Make sure not to post your email address publicly or subscribe to suspicious web pages.
How did my Amazon password change?
To update your password: In Your Account, select Login & security. Next to Password, select Edit. Follow the on-screen instructions and select Save changes.
Does Amazon log you out when you change password?
Changing your password will sign you out of Amazon apps and websites on any non-Kindle device. Go to Update Your Password for instructions. Note: If you’ve lost your Kindle device, see Report Your Amazon Device as Lost or Stolen. Was this information helpful?
Why is Amazon asking me to reset my password 2021?
The email sent to affected users in the US and UK said that Amazon had “recently discovered that your [Amazon] password may have been improperly stored on your device or transmitted to Amazon in a way that could potentially expose it to a third party. …
Why does Amazon always ask for OTP?
Due to the value of some items, a one-time password (OTP) is required on delivery for some orders. An OTP adds an extra layer of security to your packages. If an OTP is required, we send a six-digit, numeric OTP to your registered email address after we ship the item.
Why am I getting random password reset emails?
A password reset email means someone entered your ID into a login page and clicked the “I forgot my password” link or equivalent. Alternately, the email could simply be spam.
How do I find out what my Amazon password is?
If you’ve forgotten your password, you can reset it by going through our password assistance process on our website. To reset your password: Go to Password assistance. When prompted, enter the email address or mobile phone number associated with your Amazon account and select Continue.
Why did Amazon log me out of my account?
Amazon asks for your account information so that they can confirm your identity. This issue can occur while you’re making an order, or when you want to change something. Also, this happens when you meddle with some sensitive account information, and it is a good safety measure.
Can I log everyone out of my Amazon account?
You can accomplish what you are looking to do either by changing your password or adding two-step authentication on your account. This will sign you out of all the other devices that you may have logged into with your Amazon Prime account.