Bank Statement Descriptor
AMZ*PrimeFraudulent Bank Statement Charge — Spoofed Amazon Prime charges
$15.00
1
Spoofed Amazon Prime charges
2 days ago
What is this charge?
Generic descriptor for Amazon Prime, often used in spoofing attempts for smaller, recurring unauthorized charges.
How much does AMZ*Prime charge?
The typical charge amount for "AMZ*Prime" is $15.00. Victims have reported similar amounts. Check your full statement history for multiple or recurring charges.
Is AMZ*Prime a scam?
"AMZ*Prime" is highly suspicious. Our database rates it 70/100 for fraud risk. Multiple consumers have reported unauthorized charges.
What to do if you see AMZ*Prime on your statement
- Freeze your card immediately — Contact your bank to block further unauthorized charges.
- Contact your bank — Call the number on the back of your card to initiate a dispute within 60 days.
- File an FTC report — Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov to create an official record.
Do NOT pay this charge
If you see AMZ*Prime on your statement and did not authorize it, contact your bank immediately to dispute it. Do not attempt to contact the merchant directly.
How to Dispute This Charge
- 1
Gather evidence
Take a screenshot of the charge on your statement showing "AMZ*Prime", the date, and amount. Save it as a PDF if possible.
- 2
Contact your bank immediately
Call the number on the back of your card or use your bank's app to initiate a dispute. Do this within 60 days of the charge date.
- 3
Use dispute reason: "Fraudulent transaction"
Spoofed merchant charges are treated as fraud. Request a card replacement with a new number immediately.
- 4
Change your passwords and enable 2FA
If a spoofed charge appeared, your card details may be compromised. Change banking passwords and enable two-factor authentication.
- 5
Follow up in writing
Send a certified letter to your bank within 10 days of the phone call to create a legal paper trail. Keep the tracking number.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is "AMZ*Prime" on my bank statement?
- Generic descriptor for Amazon Prime, often used in spoofing attempts for smaller, recurring unauthorized charges.
- Is "AMZ*Prime" a scam?
- Yes. "AMZ*Prime" is classified as a Spoofed Amazon Prime charges with a threat level of 70/100 in the TitanAlert database. It has been reported by 1 consumer and is considered medium-high severity.
- How much does "AMZ*Prime" typically charge?
- The typical charge amount for "AMZ*Prime" is $15.00. However, amounts may vary. Always check your full statement history for multiple charges.
- How do I stop "AMZ*Prime" from charging me again?
- To stop future charges: (1) Contact your bank and request a new card number immediately, (2) Dispute all charges as unauthorized, (3) Search your email for any confirmation from this merchant and cancel any accounts, (4) File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
How many people have reported AMZ*Prime?
1 consumer has reported this charge in the TitanAlert database. This community data helps others identify fraudulent charges quickly.
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Scam category: Spoofed Amazon Prime charges
This charge is categorized as Spoofed Amazon Prime charges. See national FTC & BBB statistics for this scam type:
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