This can be a frustrating experience, especially if you didn’t mean to order the item. Luckily, there are ways to stop accidental voice purchasing without losing any of the convenience.
Why Limit Alexa Voice Purchasing?
This could quickly add up to a lot of money being spent on various things. In order to protect yourself from this kind of scenario, you should limit the ability to make purchases by voice.
How to Turn Voice Purchasing Off
To do this, simply open the Alexa app and open the Settings menu. From there, select Account Settings. From this menu, tap the Voice Purchasing option and turn it off.
This is the easiest option for stopping accidental voice purchases.
Allow Only Recognized Voice Profiles
Another way to limit voice purchasing is by limiting it to certain voice profiles. If you have set up multiple voice profiles for different family members, you can allow voice purchasing only for those profiles.
To do this, open the Alexa app and open the Settings menu. From there, select Account Settings and tap the Voice Purchasing option. From this menu, tap Purchase Confirmation and select Manage. From this screen, you can select which voice profiles are able to make purchases. This option can be handy if you want to give someone limited purchasing power.
Keep in mind that anyone could still make digital purchases like Prime videos, Kindle books, and digital music, even if their voice isn’t recognized.
How to Set a Purchasing PIN
If you want an extra layer of security, you can set up a PIN number to make purchases with your voice. This is a good security feature to have if you have concerns about accidental voice purchasing.
To set up a PIN number, simply go to the Alexa app and open the Settings menu. From there, select Account Settings and tap the Voice Purchasing option. From this menu, tap Purchase Confirmation and select Manage. Next, tap the Voice Code option and choose your preferred PIN number.
This number will need to be said in order to make a voice purchase. Keep in mind that if you share your Echo device with others, they will be able to make purchases with your PIN number as well.
How to Remove Stored Payments
Removing stored payments is a good option if you make purchases rarely or have security concerns.
How to Use Kid Skills Purchasing
If you have children who use Alexa skills, there is a way to allow them to make purchases without your permission or for you to review and approve purchases before they are made.
To do this, open the Alexa app and open the Settings menu. From there, select Account Settings and tap the Voice Purchasing option. Select Kid Skills Purchasing and select your preferred settings.
Choose an Option That Fits Your Needs
Each family will have different needs when it comes to voice purchasing, and it’s important to find what works best for you.
