General merchandise
Electronics, home goods, tools, clothing, toys, beauty products, and more from Amazon and third-party sellers.
Online marketplace
Shop millions of products online.
Amazon is a large U.S. online marketplace where shoppers can find products across virtually every category, with options for home delivery, same-day or two-day shipping through Prime, and grocery delivery through Amazon Fresh.
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Shopping categories
- Electronics & gadgets✓
- Groceries & pantry✓
- Home & kitchen✓
- Books & media✓
- Clothing & shoes✓
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About Amazon
A broad online store for everyday and specialty needs.
Amazon.com serves as an online storefront for both Amazon's own retail business and third-party sellers. Shoppers can search for products in categories ranging from electronics and books to clothing, home goods, sporting equipment, and food. Many items are fulfilled by Amazon directly, while others ship from independent sellers.
Amazon Prime is a paid membership program that offers expedited shipping benefits, access to streaming services, and other perks. Amazon Fresh provides grocery ordering and delivery in eligible areas. Availability of specific services and delivery speeds varies by location.
Common uses
What you can shop for.
Amazon covers a wide range of everyday and specialty shopping needs through a single online platform.
Groceries & pantry
Amazon Fresh and pantry staples for grocery delivery in eligible areas, including everyday food and household items.
Books & media
Physical and digital books, Kindle e-books, music, movies, and streaming content through Prime Video.
Prime shipping
Expedited delivery options for Prime members on eligible items, with same-day and two-day shipping in many areas.
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Information source: Amazon's official U.S. website and service pages. Last verified June 22, 2026.
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