Effective March 9, 2023, Amazon is no longer selling print and Kindle magazine and newspaper subscriptions. For information on how your current magazine and newspaper subscriptions have been impacted, see below for frequently asked questions.
What key dates do I need to be aware of?
March 9, 2023:
– You will no longer be able to order a Kindle Newsstand or print magazine subscription.
– Annual Kindle Newsstand and print subscriptions will not be renewed through Amazon.
June 5, 2023:
– You can continue to manage your print magazine subscription(s) through Amazon until June 5, 2023, 11:59PM PST. After that date, all customer service inquiries for any remaining active subscriptions will be serviced directly by the publisher. More details on the publisher customer service options will be shared in the coming months.
September 4, 2023:
– For monthly Kindle Newsstand subscriptions, you will continue to receive your issues through September 4, 2023 unless you decide to cancel. After that date, you will no longer be able to renew your subscription(s) through Amazon. You can continue to read the issues that have already been delivered to you.
– For annual Kindle Newsstand subscriptions, you will continue to receive your issues until the earlier of your current subscription end date or September 4, 2023, 11:59PM PST. You can continue to read the issues that have already been delivered to you.
Is there information on how I can continue to subscribe to my magazines or newspapers?
Yes, you can explore alternate subscription options provided by the publishers by visiting Your Memberships and Subscriptions page. Alternatively, you can visit publisher websites for additional subscription options. Selected digital magazine subscriptions are also available in Kindle Unlimited.
Will I receive the remaining issues for my current subscription(s)?
If you have print subscription(s), you will continue to receive all remaining issues unless you decide to cancel. If you have Kindle subscription(s), you will no longer receive issues after September 4, 2023. After September 4, 2023, we will issue you a pro-rated refund for any undelivered issues remaining in your Kindle subscription. Visit the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page for more information.
I have a 12-month subscription. Will it renew?
No. Starting on March 9, 2023, your annual subscription(s) will not renew at the end of its term. Visit the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page for more information.
I have a monthly Kindle Newsstand subscription. Will it renew?
Yes, your monthly Kindle subscription will continue to renew until September 4, 2023 unless you decide to cancel. Visit the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page for more information .
Can I see when my current subscription(s) will expire?
Yes, you can find the expiration date and status for your subscription(s) by visiting the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page.
Can I cancel my Kindle Newsstand subscription?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription and receive a pro-rated refund for any undelivered issues remaining in your subscription by visiting the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page.
Can I cancel my Print Newsstand subscription?
Yes, you can cancel your subscription and receive a pro-rated refund by visiting the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page on Amazon through June 5, 2023. Refunds will be based on undelivered issues remaining in your subscription(s). After June 5, 2023, all customer service inquiries for any remaining active print subscription(s) will be serviced directly by the publisher. More details on the publisher customer service options will be shared in the coming months.
I gave a print subscription as a gift. Will my recipient still get their gift?
Yes, the print subscription will continue to be delivered until the subscription end date.
I have a print subscription. Can I change my delivery address?
Yes, until June 5, 2023 visit the Your Memberships and Subscriptions page for instructions for how to change your delivery address. After June 5, 2023, all customer service inquiries for any remaining active subscriptions will be serviced directly by the publisher. More details on the publisher customer service options will be shared in the coming months.
Will I lose access to issues for my Kindle Newsstand subscription that have already been delivered to my library?
No, you will continue to be able to read any issues already delivered.
How can I access issues that I’ve purchased for my Kindle subscriptions?
Purchased issues for your Kindle magazines and newspapers are stored and available to download to your library. These are the steps to access your subscription issues:
– Log into your Amazon account on the website.
– Hover the mouse over “Your Account”
– Click on the option “Content and Devices”
– Select the type as ‘Magazine’ or ‘Newspaper’ and select the ‘title’.
– Click on the action “Deliver Past Issue” option, which will be available. Through this option you can deliver the past issues to the device you select.
How do I subscribe to Kindle Unlimited (KU)?
Selected digital magazine and newspaper subscriptions are available as part of a Kindle Unlimited (KU) subscription. A subscription to Kindle Unlimited allows you to borrow from a selection of Magazines and Newspapers as well as access millions of eBooks. Learn more about Kindle Unlimited.
I have a title in my Kindle Unlimited library. Will I continue to get my issues?
Yes, you will continue to receive issues as long as the title is available in Kindle Unlimited.
If you have any questions or require assistance, please contact customer service.
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