How to Shop with Alexa Using Prepaid Payments

Alexa, your helpful virtual assistant, can do more than just play music and answer questions. Did you know you can also shop on Amazon using your voice? This article will show you how to set up Alexa for prepaid voice purchases, so you can shop conveniently and avoid “cash on delivery” hassles. Let’s explore how to make the most of this feature.

Understanding Alexa Voice Purchases:
Alexa can make shopping easy – all you need to do is tell her what you want. For instance, you can say, “Alexa, add a pair of black Jockey socks to my cart.” If you forget to mention the brand, Alexa will choose a suitable Amazon Prime item. If you’ve ordered something before, Alexa remembers and will stick to your preferences.

Making a Mistake? No Worries:
If you make a mistake or change your mind after placing an order, simply ask Alexa to “cancel an order” right away.

Enabling Voice Purchasing:
To shop using your voice, you first need to turn on this feature in the Alexa app on your phone. Follow these steps:

1. Open the Alexa app.
2. Tap “More” at the bottom right and choose “Settings.”
3. Go to “Account Settings” and select “Voice Purchasing.”
4. Turn on the toggle for Voice Purchasing if it’s not already on.

Adding Security with a Passcode:
If you have kids at home, you can add a passcode to prevent unintended purchases. Just follow these steps:

1. Click on “Purchase Confirmation.”
2. Choose “Voice Code” and set a four-digit code.
3. Alexa will ask for this code before confirming a purchase.
4. Alternatively, you can enable purchasing only for specific people through Voice Profiles.

Making Prepaid Voice Purchases:
To make prepaid voice purchases, you need to ensure there’s enough money in your Amazon Pay wallet. You can add money via UPI, debit cards, or even credit cards through Amazon gift cards.

Setting Up Auto-Reload for Amazon Pay:
Auto-reload helps you maintain a specific balance in your Amazon Pay wallet without manual payments. This way, your orders won’t be on “cash on delivery.” Follow these steps:

1. Open the Amazon Shopping app.
2. Tap on “Menu” and select “Amazon Pay.”
3. Choose “Amazon Pay Balance.”
4. Scroll down and click on “Auto Reload.”
5. Specify the amount and the threshold to trigger the reload.
6. Complete the setup with UPI authentication.

Using “Subscribe & Save” for Convenience:
For regular items like toothpaste and cleaning supplies, you can use Amazon’s Subscribe & Save feature. This automates deliveries at your preferred schedule.

Conclusion:
Now you’re all set to make prepaid voice purchases with Alexa! This article explained how to enable voice purchasing, secure it with a passcode, and set up auto-reload for Amazon Pay. Additionally, you learned about Subscribe & Save for automated deliveries. Happy shopping with Alexa!