Change the Alexa Wake Word on the Speaker
Test out your new wake word to make sure it works for you. And you can change it back or to another option the same way on your speaker.
Wake your speaker with, “Alexa, change my wake word.” or something similar.
Alexa will respond with, “I can help you change the wake word for this device. Should we do that now?”
If you’re ready to make the change, say “Yes.”
Speak one of the wake word options. Once you make the change, you will have Alexa as an option again should you change it later.
Alexa will let you know, “Okay, you can call me [wake word] on this device in a few seconds.”
Change the Alexa Wake Word on Your Mobile Device
You also have the option to change Alexa’s voice from the traditional feminine to a more masculine voice. To do this, say, “Alexa, change your voice.”
Go ahead and summon Alexa with the wake word you chose to make sure you like it. You can follow the same steps to change the wake word again anytime.
Tap the Devices tab at the bottom and choose Echo & Alexa at the top.
Select your device.
In the General section, pick Wake Word. You can see what the current wake word is below the setting.
When you see the pop-up window letting you know updating the wake word may take a few minutes, tap OK.
After the process completes, you’ll see your new wake word in the mobile app.
If you change Alexa’s wake word using your speaker, it will update in the mobile app as well.
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