Have you logged in to find an Amazon Flex deactivated account?
There can be many reasons why Amazon deactivated the account.
If you break the strict rules, they might close the Amazon account.
But sometimes, reactivation is as simple as asking.
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How Do You Know if Your Amazon Flex Account is Deactivated?
If you have an Amazon Flex deactivated account, Amazon should notify you.
Deactivation Email
Amazon will send you an email that explains the reasons for their decision.
It will point out that they won’t be able to continue using your services.
The email explains that you’ll no longer be able to work in the Amazon Flex program. appeal
It also provides an email where you can appeal if you feel they’ve handed down a wrongful termination.
Inability to Log In
If you don’t get an email, you’ll find out when you log in.
The screen won’t say that Amazon has deactivated the account, but you won’t be able to log in to the platform.
Why Can an Amazon Flex Account Be Deactivated?
Amazon has strict rules for Amazon Flex drivers.
They deactivate accounts for several reasons.
They’re willing to reactivate accounts under certain circumstances.
Unfortunately, Amazon deactivates some accounts for good.
1. Inactivity
Amazon deactivates accounts that don’t schedule a shift for six months.
They assume you’re no longer interested in driving in the Flex program after 180 days.
Reinstating an Amazon Flex account closed because of inactivity is as easy as asking.
You might have to show proof of identification for reinstatement.
2. Violated Harassment Policy
The Amazon Flex delivery drivers are independent contractors.
But Amazon has a strict workplace policy and will fire workers for harassment.
Harassment and behaviors that result in deactivation include sexual advances and graphic comments.
Lewd messages, insults, physical advances, or anything suggestive violates the policy.
They’ll remove Amazon Flex drivers if another employee, independent contractor, or customer complains.
Amazon Flex deactivated accounts because of harassment usually aren’t reinstated.
3. Driving Under the Influence
Amazon drivers must never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
They’ll close the Amazon account of anyone caught driving under the influence.
They have a zero-tolerance policy.
4. Missing Delivery Blocks
A missed block or canceling at the last minute can result in a late cancellation penalty.
If you make a habit of missing blocks, Amazon will deactivate your account.
They don’t have a set number of times they’ll tolerate before deactivation.
But the more penalties you have, the more likely deactivation becomes.
5. Customer Complaints
Amazon is one of the most customer-focused companies in the world.
Customer complaints are a fast path to an Amazon Flex deactivated account.
Customers will complain if you lose packages or deliver them to the wrong address.
Not scanning packages or photographing them in a safe place can hurt you, too.
Late deliveries count against you.
Packages that arrive smashed or broken will result in complaints.
Too many customer complaints can threaten your account.
6. Outdated Driving Documents
You’ll need to keep your driver’s license, registration, and auto insurance documentation current.
Any changes in driving eligibility or outdated documents risk your account.
7. Bringing a Passenger
Amazon allows you to have passengers in your vehicle while you make deliveries.
But they have rules about what passengers can do while you’re on the job.
Passengers can’t get out while you’re picking up packages.
Whether you’re at an Amazon warehouse or another store, they must remain in the vehicle.
They can’t interact with customers or drive the car.
If you have a service animal in the car, it needs to stay in the car and not interact with customers.
Violations of the passenger policy can result in fast deactivation.
You can avoid this by never carrying passengers while on the job.
8. Having a Weapon
You can’t carry a weapon while delivering for Amazon.
Even if you have a concealed carry license, you can’t have a weapon.
9. Driving for Rideshare at the Same Time
Amazon can deactivate your account if you work as a rideshare driver during an Amazon Flex block and violate the passenger policy.
How to Reactivate an Amazon Flex Account
There are two ways to reactivate your Amazon Flex account.
Amazon will remove a temporary deactivation under the right circumstances.
Contact Customer Service
You can contact Amazon Flex support and speak to someone.
You should call if they deactivated your account because you haven’t logged on in six months.
Submit an Appeal
If they deactivated your account for other reasons, don’t call.
You’ll need to go through the appeal process.
Deactivations because of customer complaints, harassment, or other issues are more serious.
These are more likely to become a permanent account suspension.
You can submit an appeal through the link given in the deactivation email.
If you feel you’ve received an unfair termination, you can make your case.
No matter why Amazon closes your account, it’s worth appealing.
Amazon uses bots for much of its back-office processes.
Bots and algorithms can make mistakes or suffer from glitches.
Be sure to file driver appeals within ten days of the Amazin email that closed your account.
Customer support will explain the steps of the process and what you need to do.
What to do if Your Amazon Flex Account is Deactivated for Good
Some people tell deactivated Flex drivers to apply after one year.
This advice is harmless but seems unlikely to work.
You’ll have the same Social Security number.
Amazon will reject the application when the system matches them.
If you lose your Amazon Flex driver status, you’ll have to find another delivery job.
There are many alternative services to try.
Find an Alternative Service
Look for independent contractor delivery jobs through other delivery services.
Some of the most popular services that hire drivers include:
- DoorDash
- Caviar
- UberEats
- Grubhub
- Instacart
- Shipt
- Postmates
If you live in a metropolitan area, all these and other services might be available.
DoorDash, Caviar, UberEats, Postmates, and Grubhub specialize in meal delivery.
Drivers also deliver groceries and products from select stores.
Caviar is upscale restaurant meal delivery.
The others range from fast-food to casual dining.
Instacart and Shipt specialize in delivering grocery orders to customers’ homes.
Smaller food, grocery, and store delivery services include:
- Gopuff
- GoShare
- Roadie
- SenPex (San Francisco Bay area)
- Deliv
- Favor (Texas only)
Taskrabbit is an option for people who don’t mind jobs other than delivery.
You can run errands and pick up groceries for people as a gig worker.
Someone may also hire you to do odd jobs.
You only accept the jobs you want.
More delivery and moving services hire independent contractors.
Look in your local area for ones you may have never heard of it and look at their requirements.
You could also try driving for a ridesharing service like Uber.
Final Thoughts
Being an Amazon Flex driver is a way to earn money delivering packages.
If your area has enough deliveries, you can make a decent income as a driver.
Amazon Flex deactivated accounts happen because of complaints and poor behavior.
They also happen for inactive accounts or because a bot closed the account.
You can appeal a lost Amazon account and try to get it reactivated.
If it’s a permanent deactivation, you have many other options.
You’ll still be able to earn money delivering food and other items.
