New York Times subscription prices and what each plan includes
The New York Times offers three main subscription tiers: digital-only, print-only, and a bundle that combines both. Digital-only costs the least and gives you access to the website, app, and email newsletters. Print-only delivers the newspaper to your home but does not include digital access. The bundle includes everything — print delivery plus full digital access across devices.
Prices vary depending on where you live, how long you commit to a subscription, and whether you are a new or returning subscriber. The Times also runs promotional rates periodically, particularly for new subscribers. Your first bill may be significantly lower than the regular price, with the full rate kicking in after the promotional period ends.
Student subscribers and people over 62 may see different pricing than the standard rates. The Times also offers a basic digital plan with limited articles per month at a lower price point, though this tier has fewer features than the full digital subscription.
Key Takeaways
- Digital-only subscriptions cost less than print or bundle plans, and you can read on any device with an internet connection.
- Print subscriptions deliver the physical newspaper but do not automatically include digital access unless you choose the bundle.
- New subscriber promotional rates are typically much lower than the regular monthly or annual price you will pay after the offer expires.
- Your location, age, and student status can affect the price you see, so the cost varies from person to person.
- The Times charges different rates for monthly billing versus annual billing, with annual plans usually costing less per month when divided out.
Digital-only subscription pricing
A digital-only subscription gives you access to nytimes.com, the New York Times app for phones and tablets, and the Times' email newsletters. You can read on as many devices as you want at the same time. This plan does not include the print newspaper.
Monthly digital subscriptions cost more per month than annual plans when you do the math, but you pay less upfront each billing cycle. Annual plans require you to pay for the whole year at once, but the monthly cost works out lower. New subscribers often see introductory rates for the first few months or the first year, after which the price increases to the standard rate.
The Times also offers a basic digital plan with a limited number of articles you can read each month before hitting a paywall. This costs less than the full digital subscription but restricts how much content you can access.
Print subscription pricing
Print subscriptions deliver the New York Times newspaper to your home on the days it publishes. Print-only plans do not include digital access unless you add it separately or choose the bundle option instead.
Print subscription prices depend on your location and delivery frequency. Subscribing to seven days a week costs more than subscribing to weekends only or weekdays only. Delivery to rural areas may cost more than delivery to cities because of shipping distance. Prices also vary by region within the United States.
Print subscribers can add digital access to their account for an additional monthly fee, which effectively converts them to a bundle subscription. This is often cheaper than buying a bundle plan outright, depending on current pricing.
Bundle subscription pricing
The bundle combines print delivery with full digital access. You get the physical newspaper plus access to nytimes.com, the app, and all newsletters. This plan costs more than digital-only but may cost less than buying print and digital separately, depending on current rates.
Bundle pricing also depends on delivery frequency and location. Seven-day delivery costs more than weekend-only or weekday-only delivery. Like all Times subscriptions, bundle plans offer promotional rates for new subscribers, then move to standard pricing after the promotional period ends.
How promotional rates work
The New York Times frequently offers discounted rates to new subscribers — sometimes as low as $1 per week or $1 per month for the first few months. These introductory offers are designed to get you to start a subscription. After the promotional period ends, your subscription automatically renews at the full regular price unless you cancel.
The length of the promotional period varies. Some offers last four weeks, others last three months, and some run for a full year. The Times sends email reminders before the promotional rate expires so you know when your price will increase. You can cancel before that date if you do not want to pay the full price.
Promotional rates are typically available only to people who have not had a New York Times subscription in the past month or sometimes the past year. Returning subscribers or people who recently cancelled may not see the same introductory offers as brand-new subscribers.
Special pricing for students and seniors
Students with a valid .edu email address can subscribe to the digital plan at a reduced rate. The student price is lower than the standard digital subscription cost. You will need to verify your student status during signup by providing your school email address.
Subscribers age 62 and older may also see reduced pricing on digital subscriptions. The senior rate is lower than the standard price but higher than the student rate in most cases. You will need to confirm your age during the signup process.
These special rates explore to digital-only subscriptions. Print and bundle plans do not currently offer student or senior discounts, though this may change.
Billing and payment options
The New York Times accepts credit cards, debit cards, and PayPal for subscription payments. You can choose to be billed monthly or annually. Monthly billing charges you every 30 days, while annual billing charges you once per year.
Your billing date depends on when you started your subscription. If you sign up on the 15th of the month, you will be billed on the 15th of each following month (or year, if you chose annual billing). You can view your billing date and payment method in your account settings on nytimes.com.
If your payment method fails, the Times will attempt to charge you again over the next few days. If payment continues to fail, your subscription will be paused until you update your payment information.
Cancelling and pausing your subscription
You can cancel your New York Times subscription at any time through your account settings on nytimes.com. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period — you will not lose access mid-month or mid-year if you cancel before that date arrives.
The Times also offers the option to pause your subscription for up to four weeks instead of cancelling entirely. A paused subscription stops charging you but keeps your account active, so you can resume without losing your saved articles or preferences.
If you cancel and later want to resubscribe, you may or may not see a promotional rate depending on how long you have been away. The Times' policy on this changes periodically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I share my New York Times subscription with family members?
The Times allows you to share your account with people in your household. You can add up to five household members to your account through the settings page. Each person gets their own login and personalized reading experience, but you all share the same subscription and billing.
What happens to my subscription if I move to a different country?
The New York Times subscription works in most countries, but pricing and availability vary by location. If you move, your subscription will continue, but you may see a price change on your next billing date. Contact the Times' customer service if you have questions about your specific location.
Do I have to pay the full price after my promotional rate ends?
Yes, your subscription automatically renews at the standard rate once the promotional period expires. The Times sends email notifications before this happens. You can cancel before the renewal date if you do not want to pay the full price, or you can contact customer service to ask about other offers.
Is there a way to get a cheaper subscription if I only want weekends?
Print-only subscriptions offer weekend-only and weekday-only options at lower prices than seven-day delivery. Digital subscriptions do not have frequency options — you get full access every day at the same price. Some people choose print weekends only to reduce their cost.
Can I change my subscription plan after I sign up?
Yes, you can upgrade from digital-only to a bundle, downgrade from a bundle to digital-only, or change your print delivery frequency through your account settings. Changes take effect on your next billing date. Upgrading may increase your bill, while downgrading may decrease it.