Amazon’s DD+7 Payout Policy: What Sellers Need to Know in 2026

Amazon's DD+7 payout policy is new, and it means that your funds are held for 7 days after delivery, not after shipment.

Starting March 12, 2026, for North American sellers (and already live for many European sellers), every third-party Amazon seller will be affected.

There may be phased rollouts of this Amazon payout schedule for some accounts, but no exceptions based on business size or tenure have been announced.

Payout timing underpins every aspect of your operations. If you sell $10,000 per day, a 7-day delay means $70,000 is locked and unavailable for inventory, supplier payments, or marketing.

This can lead to missed restock windows, delayed supplier payments, and stalled product launches. In this guide, we explore the Amazon payout schedule’s core implications for sellers.

Why Amazon’s DD+7 payout policy matters for sellers

Amazon’s DD+7 payout policy will tie up your working capital for longer, directly impacting your ability to restock, pay suppliers, and invest in growth.

To prepare, you first need to understand exactly how the Amazon payout schedule will change.

How the latest Amazon payout schedule works (with timeline)

DD+7 changes when your money arrives, making payout timing less predictable and more critical to track.

Under the current system, Amazon typically releases funds after shipment and a short reserve period. With DD+7, the clock starts only after Amazon confirms delivery, then holds your funds for 7 full calendar days.

Timeline comparison

Table: Example payout timing under current and DD+7 policies

With DD+7, the 7-day hold begins only after delivery is confirmed. If carrier tracking is delayed or incomplete, your payout may be pushed back further.

FBA sellers benefit from Amazon’s direct tracking, while FBM sellers depend on carrier integrations, which can vary in reliability.

Amazon has piloted DD+7 with select sellers since 2025. Seller forum reports indicate that DD+7 often adds about a week of extra delay to when funds actually become available, and the effect can be even worse when delivery scans are slow or missing.

For international sellers, or those using multiple fulfillment methods, payout timing may differ based on region and carrier. Accurate payout tracking is now essential for planning.

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The real cost: How much cash the Amazon payout schedule will lock up

DD+7 can tie up thousands or tens of thousands of dollars, depending on your sales volume.

The formula is simple:

Average daily sales x 7 = additional capital held under DD+7

Small seller ($5,000/month):

• Daily sales: ~$165
• Extra capital locked: $1,155

This can delay a full inventory purchase or leave little buffer for unexpected expenses.

Mid-sized seller ($50,000/month):

• Daily sales: ~$1,650
• Extra capital locked: $11,550

Multiple SKU restocks may be delayed, and supplier terms may need renegotiation.

Large seller ($250,000/month):

• Daily sales: ~$8,250
• Extra capital locked: $57,750

This can impact payroll, bulk inventory orders, and major marketing campaigns.

Delayed payouts mean you may need to finance inventory, negotiate longer supplier terms, or risk missing growth opportunities. Fast-growing sellers are especially vulnerable to cash flow crunches.

Webgility’s payout analytics show at a glance how payout changes affect your available funds, helping you plan ahead with confidence.

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Your 90-day preparation plan to tackle the new Amazon payout schedule

With the right plan and tools, you can adapt to DD+7 without missing a beat. Here is a step-by-step checklist to get ready:

• Audit current cash reserves: Review your cash on hand and aim for at least 30–60 days of operating expenses
• Map inventory purchasing: Align your inventory orders with the new cash flow reality by shortening order cycles or splitting large purchases to reduce risk
• Set up alerts: Use Amazon Seller Central or an automation tool to track when funds will be released
• Renegotiate supplier terms: Contact suppliers to discuss extending payment terms or adding flexibility
• Stress-test cash flow: Model your cash flow under different sales and payout scenarios
• Implement payout tracking: Automate reconciliation to save time and reduce errors
• Prepare for troubleshooting: Know how to check for reserve increases or account health issues

When payouts go wrong: Quick fixes for common holds

• Reserve increases: Check your Account Health dashboard for new holds and address any performance issues or policy violations promptly
• Missing tracking: Ensure all shipments have valid tracking numbers and carriers are integrated with Amazon
• Account health problems: Resolve customer complaints, chargebacks, or late shipments quickly

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How 3 sellers turned DD+7 into a competitive advantage

Sellers who automate and plan ahead can turn payout delays into an edge, not a setback.

FlatSpec

FlatSpec reduced manual work and gained real-time financial clarity by reconciling Amazon and Shopify sales automatically in QuickBooks Online.

Webgility’s automation eliminated the need for three staff positions and delivered significant time and cost savings, helping the business scale with a lean team.

BeeCure

Before automation, BeeCure’s month-end reconciliation could take about a week.

With automated syncing from Amazon and Shopify into QuickBooks, month-end reconciliation dropped to 1–2 hours, saving 40 hours every month while improving real-time financial accuracy.

KVM Switches Online

KVM Switches Online cut manual processing time by 50% by automating order entry and syncing data into QuickBooks, tailored to its workflow (including CRM-to-accounting data flow).

The result was cleaner data, fewer re-entry errors, and more capacity to grow without adding busywork.

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Conclusion

As a new Amazon payout schedule, DD+7 is coming, but with the right preparation and tools, you can stay ahead and keep your business healthy.

• Start by auditing your cash reserves, automating payout tracking, and stress-testing your cash flow under the new schedule
• Continue to review your processes as Amazon’s policy evolves, and integrate payout analytics into your broader business planning

As the Amazon payout schedule evolves, tools that deliver real-time visibility and automation will be essential to maintaining a healthy, agile business.

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FAQs

How does Amazon’s DD+7 payout policy work?

The Amazon payout policy holds your funds for 7 days after delivery confirmation, not after shipment. This means you will access your sales revenue later than before.

Will DD+7 affect all Amazon sellers?

Yes, the DD+7 policy will apply to all third-party sellers in North America starting March 12, 2026, and is already live in many European marketplaces.

What steps can I take to manage cash flow under DD+7?

Audit your cash reserves, align inventory purchases with the new payout schedule, renegotiate supplier terms, and use automation for payout tracking and reconciliation.

Why is automation important for Amazon payout reconciliation?

Automation tools help track payouts, reconcile transactions, and alert you to issues, reducing manual work and minimizing errors.