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New York Post
07-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
How to sign up for Amazon Prime for Young Adults discount: Membership, cost, more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. It's Amazon's world, and we're just living in it. Seriously though — we get far too excited when the Prime delivery truck shuffles up to our front door (as we should). Advertisement The only thing more exciting than that is knowing you saved money on the whole thing, including the Prime membership itself. Enter Prime for Young Adults, Amazon's offer that's only available to those between the ages of 18 and 24 regardless of student status. Aside from free Prime delivery, students will also receive complimentary Prime Reading, Prime Video, early access to deals and more. For a limited time, Prime for Young Adults members can also take advantage of a special cash back offer that'll give 5% cash back on all eligible purchases, and the cash back offer will increase to 10% exclusively on Prime Day (July 8-11, if you're not in the loop!). Because we want you to score big on Amazon — perhaps before browsing our guides to top Amazon Prime Day early deals and must-have Amazon beauty products — the Post Wanted team compiled an all-in-one explainer of Prime Student below. All of your info in one place, just how you like it. What is Prime for Young Adults? Amazon Prime for Young Adults, formerly known as Prime Student, is an exclusive membership option that allows anyone aged 18 to 24 to reap discounts and unique promotions. Much like a standard Amazon Prime membership, those eligible will have access to Prime delivery, limited-time savings and more. How much does Amazon Prime for Young Adults cost? Amazon Prime Student costs just $7.49 a month or $69 per year. Once you head on over to the Prime for Young Adults page, you can sign up for a free six-month free trial before any charges will be made to your account. Who is eligible for Amazon Prime for Young Adults? To unlock full access to Prime for Young Adults, you'll have to be between the ages of 18 and 24, and be able to verify that. Amazon Prime for Young Adults benefits Below, see our curated list of all the benefits you can score with Amazon Prime for Young Adults, in addition to the 5-10% cash back offer we detailed above: Prime Video – Watch thousands of TV shows and movies, including Amazon Originals, included with your membership – Watch thousands of TV shows and movies, including Amazon Originals, included with your membership Prime Try Before You Buy – a add multiple sizes and styles of clothing to your cart to try on at home, buy what fits, and send back what doesn't at no added cost – a add multiple sizes and styles of clothing to your cart to try on at home, buy what fits, and send back what doesn't at no added cost Amazon Photos – members receive unlimited cloud photo storage – members receive unlimited cloud photo storage Prime Reading – over 3,000 e-books and audiobooks are available to Prime subscribers at no extra cost – over 3,000 e-books and audiobooks are available to Prime subscribers at no extra cost Prime Gaming – play free games and in-game content that rotate on a monthly basis – play free games and in-game content that rotate on a monthly basis Amazon Music – get ad-free access to songs, playlists and popular podcasts (similar to an unpaid Spotify account) – get ad-free access to songs, playlists and popular podcasts (similar to an unpaid Spotify account) Grubhub+ – typically $9.99/month, get $0 delivery fees with Grubhub orders over $12 – typically $9.99/month, get $0 delivery fees with Grubhub orders over $12 Amazon Day – subscribers can choose one day a week and have all of their orders throughout the week delivered on that same day every week – subscribers can choose one day a week and have all of their orders throughout the week delivered on that same day every week Amazon Fresh – get fresh groceries and select Whole Foods products delivered to your door – get fresh groceries and select Whole Foods products delivered to your door Prime Visa – a no-fee credit card that offers 5% back on Amazon and Whole Foods Market purchases – a no-fee credit card that offers 5% back on Amazon and Whole Foods Market purchases RxPass – for $5/month, members can get eligible medications in one monthly subscription How to sign up for a new Prime for Young Adults account To sign up for Prime for Young Adults, visit the Prime for Young Adults page to sign up for a free six-month trial. After, you'll only have to pay $7.49 a month or $69 per year. How to switch to a Prime for Young Adults membership from an existing Prime account Below, find instructions for how to switch for a Prime for Young Adults membership from an existing Prime account: Sign in to your existing Amazon Prime account. Whether you're on a mobile app or web browser, log in to your Amazon account — using the exact email you registered with. Select the 'Customer Service' tab. Search for 'Prime for Young Adults.' Submit your request. Your membership should be offered upon clearance. Check out the New York Post Shopping section for more content.
New York Post
02-07-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Amazon Prime members brace for sticker shock as price hike predicted
The cost of an Amazon Prime membership could potentially rise next year, according to Wall Street analysts. analyst Doug Anmuth said last week in a research note that the bank thinks the Seattle-based e-commerce giant could raise the price of its popular Amazon Prime membership in 2026. Amazon has charged an annual fee of $139 for its Prime membership in the U.S. since 2022. Before that, it cost $119 a year. Setting a higher price for it next year would be 'consistent with its cadence of raising the price every ~4 years,' the research note said. Prime memberships provide subscribers with free same-day, one-day, and two-day shipping on many products, along with access to Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, and discounts at Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh. 4 The cost of an Amazon Prime membership could potentially rise next year, according to Wall Street analysts. Christopher Sadowski Anmuth said the value of the various aspects of a Prime membership make the subscription worth about $1,430 per year, an estimate that is '~10x the $139 annual Prime subscription cost, +6% from our estimated value of ~$1,345 in 2024, & more than double the $544 value in 2016.' The e-commerce giant has been introducing new benefits and 'scaling existing offerings' for Amazon Prime in recent years, making it increasingly more valuable, according to the analyst. Anmuth highlighted Amazon's expansion of its fulfillment network and last-mile transport network, as well as an increased emphasis on 'regionalized fulfillment infrastructure' and other initiatives when it comes to logistics. 4 Setting a higher price for it next year would be 'consistent with its cadence of raising the price every ~4 years,' the research note said. Christopher Sadowski The research note also mentioned Prime's grocery benefits, complimentary Grubhub+ memberships for U.S. users, new shopping features, and the investments the company has been making in its video streaming service. Amazon and GrubHub started making a free GrubHub+ membership available to Prime subscribers in the U.S., 'as an ongoing offer' in May of last year, even giving them the ability to place orders through Amazon's website and app. Prime 'is a key driver of the Amazon flywheel and helps Amazon build a loyal customer base,' according to the analyst. 4 Prime memberships provide subscribers with access to Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, and discounts at Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh. Christopher Sadowski In the note, Anmuth suggested a Prime price hike of $20 in the U.S. could bring Amazon a roughly $3 billion boost in 'incremental annualized Net sales.' He also indicated doesn't think an increase in the price next year would cause 'significant churn' or negatively impact membership growth. 4 Prime 'is a key driver of the Amazon flywheel and helps Amazon build a loyal customer base,' according to the analyst. AFP via Getty Images This year, the bank estimated Prime's membership count will hit roughly 350 million, with international markets offering 'strong growth opportunity' in the future. Amazon first started offering Prime memberships in 2005, about a decade after the company was first founded by Jeff Bezos. The e-commerce giant had a market capitalization of over $2.3 trillion as of Monday, making it one of the most valuable companies in the world.
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
4 Surprising Services Amazon Offers — but Will They Save You Money?
It's pretty well known that Amazon Prime gives members access to exclusive sales, free-two day shipping, movies and music. But the convenience and savings don't stop there. If you're a basic Amazon Prime member, a paid subscription that's $14.99 monthly, or $139 annually, you have access to other services too. Read Next: Check Out: While services can help rake in the savings, others may end up costing you more. Here are four surprising services Amazon offers and whether they're worth the hype. For those who love to read, Amazon has endless options. With a Prime membership, you can access a large selection of e-books, magazines and audiobooks from any device, and you don't need a Kindle. The perk is called Prime Reading, and it's free for members, which can mean big savings. Avid readers have taken to Reddit to lament about expensive e-book costs for their Kindles. 'I think the kindle ebook prices are absolutely ridiculous. At max I don't think they should exceed $9.99 though on average I prefer not paying more than around $7 for an ebook. I've been seeing the range around $11.99 to $14.99. They should not cost almost as much as me buying the physical copy,' one user wrote. With that in mind, you can save a significant amount, depending on how much you read. But it's important to note that you don't own the reading material with Prime Reading, though you have access as often as you'd like. In addition, Prime comes with First Reads, a service where members can choose from a selection of new books one month before they're published and download one pick for free. Explore More: Amazon is getting more involved in the healthcare game and purchased One Medical, a service that provides virtual consultations and more, in 2023, per CNBC. Prime members can pay $99 a year, or $9 per month, to tap into several services, including virtual and in-person doctor appointments, on-demand care for some common conditions, and prescription refills. In addition to the annual fee, the cost for virtual and in-person visits apply, and some customers aren't happy with the service. According to a Reddit thread, many believe the quality of care declined after Amazon acquired the company. 'I've been using one medical for about a decade and have noticed a sharp decline in its quality since being purchased by Amazon,' one user wrote. Additionally, PBS reported last year that there were concerns about the safety of patients due to inexperienced call center staff. There also has been a lot of confusion over pricing and whether insurance is taken, so this service may not always save money. Life is busy, and one thing that makes it easier is delivery. No matter what type of food you're in the mood for, it can be at your doorstep in minutes thanks to services like Grubhub. But it will cost you. Each time you order, there will be a delivery fee, which varies, but when you have Amazon Prime, you have all the perks of Grubhub+. The service would typically cost $9.99 a month, but it's free with Prime. It includes a $0 delivery fee, 5% back on pickup orders, exclusive deals and more. If you're a Prime member and not using this service when you order in, you're leaving money on the table since it's included in your membership. Anyone who shops at Whole Foods knows it can be pricey, but as an Amazon Prime member, you can get 10% off sales and special discounts that other shoppers don't receive. While 10% isn't much, any savings at Whole Foods is appreciated. And for loyal Whole Foods fans, Prime members can pay $9.99 a month for unlimited grocery delivery on orders of $35 or more. And let's be honest, it doesn't take much to rack up that amount. Ultimately, services that Amazon offers won't benefit everyone, and while there are some good deals and savings, not every service is worth your money. More From GOBankingRates 3 Luxury SUVs That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Summer 2025 4 Housing Markets That Have Plummeted in Value Over the Past 5 Years 7 Luxury SUVs That Will Become Affordable in 2025 This article originally appeared on 4 Surprising Services Amazon Offers — but Will They Save You Money?
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
4 Surprising Services Amazon Offers — but Will They Save You Money?
It's pretty well known that Amazon Prime gives members access to exclusive sales, free-two day shipping, movies and music. But the convenience and savings don't stop there. If you're a basic Amazon Prime member, a paid subscription that's $14.99 monthly, or $139 annually, you have access to other services too. Read Next: Check Out: While services can help rake in the savings, others may end up costing you more. Here are four surprising services Amazon offers and whether they're worth the hype. For those who love to read, Amazon has endless options. With a Prime membership, you can access a large selection of e-books, magazines and audiobooks from any device, and you don't need a Kindle. The perk is called Prime Reading, and it's free for members, which can mean big savings. Avid readers have taken to Reddit to lament about expensive e-book costs for their Kindles. 'I think the kindle ebook prices are absolutely ridiculous. At max I don't think they should exceed $9.99 though on average I prefer not paying more than around $7 for an ebook. I've been seeing the range around $11.99 to $14.99. They should not cost almost as much as me buying the physical copy,' one user wrote. With that in mind, you can save a significant amount, depending on how much you read. But it's important to note that you don't own the reading material with Prime Reading, though you have access as often as you'd like. In addition, Prime comes with First Reads, a service where members can choose from a selection of new books one month before they're published and download one pick for free. Explore More: Amazon is getting more involved in the healthcare game and purchased One Medical, a service that provides virtual consultations and more, in 2023, per CNBC. Prime members can pay $99 a year, or $9 per month, to tap into several services, including virtual and in-person doctor appointments, on-demand care for some common conditions, and prescription refills. In addition to the annual fee, the cost for virtual and in-person visits apply, and some customers aren't happy with the service. According to a Reddit thread, many believe the quality of care declined after Amazon acquired the company. 'I've been using one medical for about a decade and have noticed a sharp decline in its quality since being purchased by Amazon,' one user wrote. Additionally, PBS reported last year that there were concerns about the safety of patients due to inexperienced call center staff. There also has been a lot of confusion over pricing and whether insurance is taken, so this service may not always save money. Life is busy, and one thing that makes it easier is delivery. No matter what type of food you're in the mood for, it can be at your doorstep in minutes thanks to services like Grubhub. But it will cost you. Each time you order, there will be a delivery fee, which varies, but when you have Amazon Prime, you have all the perks of Grubhub+. The service would typically cost $9.99 a month, but it's free with Prime. It includes a $0 delivery fee, 5% back on pickup orders, exclusive deals and more. If you're a Prime member and not using this service when you order in, you're leaving money on the table since it's included in your membership. Anyone who shops at Whole Foods knows it can be pricey, but as an Amazon Prime member, you can get 10% off sales and special discounts that other shoppers don't receive. While 10% isn't much, any savings at Whole Foods is appreciated. And for loyal Whole Foods fans, Prime members can pay $9.99 a month for unlimited grocery delivery on orders of $35 or more. And let's be honest, it doesn't take much to rack up that amount. Ultimately, services that Amazon offers won't benefit everyone, and while there are some good deals and savings, not every service is worth your money. More From GOBankingRates 3 Luxury SUVs That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Summer 2025 8 Common Mistakes Retirees Make With Their Social Security Checks 4 Housing Markets That Have Plummeted in Value Over the Past 5 Years This article originally appeared on 4 Surprising Services Amazon Offers — but Will They Save You Money?
