Amazon Prime users may receive refunds up to $200

Amazon Prime subscribers in the United States may soon receive unexpected payments as part of a $2.5 billion settlement with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The settlement addresses allegations of misleading enrollment and cancellation practices by Amazon. So far, Amazon has distributed over $845 million in refunds, with more payments scheduled to be sent out through April 2027.

Eligible subscribers will receive their payments automatically via PayPal, Venmo, or a physical check, with no forms to fill out. The maximum payout per person is $200, though most will likely receive less. To qualify, individuals must have been Amazon Prime subscribers in the U.S., attempted to sign up or cancel through a flawed process between June 23, 2019, and June 23, 2025, and used no more than 20 Prime benefits in any 12-month period after enrolling.

The last criterion may exclude many subscribers, as the primary reason for signing up is often to use Prime's free offerings. However, those who used the service sparingly may soon see some compensation.