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What is an authorization hold?

An authorization hold is a temporary hold placed on your payment method when you place an order.

  • The hold ensures the funds are available but is not a final charge
  • Your payment method is charged when your items ship
  • Once charged, the authorization hold is removed

Authorization Holds FAQs

  • This is an authorization hold, not a completed charge
  • It confirms that funds are available for your purchase

  • The hold is removed once your order ships and the final charge is processed
  • Depending on your bank, it may take 1–7 business days for the hold to disappear

  • A hold is placed on your account immediately after checkout
  • The funds are reserved until your order ships
  • If there is a delay, we may request another authorization to confirm funds are still available

  • The authorization hold is released
  • You are not charged for the order
  • You may contact your bank if the hold does not drop off within the expected timeframe

  • Banks control how long holds remain on your account
  • If your order shipped or was canceled, the hold should be released
  • Some banks may take a few business days to process the release

  • If your order ships in multiple shipments, part of the hold may remain until all items ship
  • Remaining holds are released after all charges are processed

  • Your bank determines when the hold is removed
  • You may contact your bank to request an earlier release