Mobile commerce has completely changed how we shop, with over half of digital spending projected to happen on smartphones by 2023. As Amazon app downloads exceed 300 million, securing our accounts is more critical than ever.
In this comprehensive guide, let‘s walk through the essential yet often overlooked task of properly logging out of the Amazon app. I‘ll provide expanded troubleshooting advice and expert security analysis so you can keep your personal data and Prime benefits protected.
The Rapid Rise of Mobile Shopping (and Fraud)
It‘s hard to believe the first iPhone debuted just over 15 years ago. But in that short period, smartphones have utterly transformed retail. Online spending via mobile devices will make up 54% of all ecommerce by 2023, according to eMarketer projections.
This convenience does come with risks, however. Fraud and data breaches are growing nearly as quick as mobile usage itself:
| Year | Total Mobile Fraud Loss |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $40 billion |
| 2023 (projected) | $206 billion |
With 300+ million downloads of Amazon‘s apps alone, that‘s a whole lot of accounts that could potentially be compromised. So let‘s get serious about app security, starting with a few minutes to properly log out.
Walkthrough: Sign Out in 5 Steps
You probably breezed through the initial download of Amazon‘s app to gain those sweet Prime perks and 1-click purchases.
But finding where to securely log out when you‘re done can be surprisingly tricky the first time. Let‘s fix that with simple step-by-step instructions:
Step 1 – Navigate to Home Screen
Whether you‘re rocking Android or iOS, we both need to start from the main Amazon shopping home page.
- On an iPhone, tap the little house icon bottom left.
- For Android users, click the sparkly arrow logo top left instead.
This ensures we begin our logout journey from the same starting line.
Step 2 – Tap Hamburger Menu
Here comes a tech industry favorite – the "hamburger" icon!
- iPhone owners will see it bottom right.
- And Android users find it top left.
Tap that and we‘ll see…
Step 3 – Choose Settings
Now a menu slides out with your account details and options.
Scroll allll the way down past orders and rewards until you see Settings near the bottom. Tap time!
Almost there…
Step 4 – Select Sign Out
Phew, these menus go deep huh? But we‘re in the home stretch now.
In Settings, continue down past notifications and Country/language all the way until you see Sign Out at the tippy tippy bottom.
Give that bad boy a tap!
Step 5 – Confirm Sign Out
Last step – when the pop up arrives to confirm, select OK or tap Sign out once more.
And whew…just like that you are officially 100% logged out and account secured! Wasn‘t so painful right?
Now your Amazon credentials, payment methods, and buying power are locked down tight from potential thieves. Well done!
With that fresh in mind, let‘s talk about why this quick task matters so much…
Securing Your Personal Data is Worth It
"I only use Amazon to buy stuff once in a while."
I‘ve heard that argument from more than one friend against taking app security too seriously. After all, what‘s the big deal they say?
Well, my sage friend, our smartphones contain a trove of deeply personal info that identity thieves drool over – banking details, passwords, contact info, and more.
Even just your Amazon order history can provide scary insights to a con artist plotting against you. And here are real-world stats that prove it:
- 15 million Americans were victim of identity theft last year alone
- Average loss per Amazon fraud incident was $1,100 in 2021
- Top Amazon scam purchases are iPhones, gift cards, laptops
See, those little Amazon buys add up quick! And that‘s not even considering non-financial harm like a trashed credit score or stolen medical records.
Securing our accounts is about protecting our digital identity – something more precious than we realize in this connected world.
But with vigilance and safety habits like the sign out procedure above, our odds of avoiding disaster increase exponentially.
So pat yourself on the back for taking a few minutes to lock it down, my friend! Onward…
expanded tips and troubleshooting
Let‘s Keep In Touch!
Whew, thanks for sticking with me through all this app security talk. But I hope realizing what‘s at stake motivates you to take these best practices seriously moving forward!
Let me know if any other Amazon concerns or mobile safety questions come up. I‘m always happy to chat more.
Now get out there are enjoy some digital shopping with the peace of mind that your account and data stays protected.
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