(NEXSTAR) – Gift-giving can be a joyful, rewarding experience, especially after surprising a family member with the perfect present. But it’s not nearly as fun if that family member has already seen your Amazon ordering history.

As anyone with an Amazon account knows, your shopping history is readily visible to any partners, children or other household members who have access to your account. And even if they’re not actively snooping around, Amazon’s homepage often recommends products based on your past purchases or searches — a major hint for anyone expecting a gift.

Lucky for you, there are a few ways to keep your Amazon purchases private from prying eyes.

How to keep family from seeing your Amazon ordering history

The first option, and perhaps the most thorough option, is to set up

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