What a New Yorker subscription includes
A New Yorker subscription gives you access to the magazine's articles, cartoons, and reviews. The subscription includes both the print magazine delivered to your home and access to the full website and mobile app. You can read current stories online before the print issue arrives, and you can search the archive of past articles going back decades.
The magazine publishes weekly, so you receive 52 issues per year if you choose print. Digital-only subscribers can read new content as it publishes online, without waiting for the print schedule. Both options include access to the same website and app features.
Key Takeaways
- New Yorker subscriptions come in three main types: print only, digital only, or print plus digital combined.
- You can start a subscription directly through The New Yorker's website or through third-party vendors like Amazon or Apple News+.
- Print subscriptions arrive weekly and include online access; digital subscriptions let you read stories when ready as they publish.
- Subscription prices vary depending on the length of your commitment and which vendor you use, so comparing options before you buy can save money.
- You can pause, cancel, or change your subscription type at any time through your account settings.
Subscription types and what each costs
The New Yorker offers three subscription paths. A print subscription delivers the magazine to your address weekly and includes full access to the website and app. A digital-only subscription gives you the website and app but no print magazine. A combined subscription includes both print and digital access together.
Pricing depends on how long you commit upfront. Annual plans cost less per month than month-to-month plans. The New Yorker frequently runs promotional rates for new subscribers, especially for annual commitments. Prices also vary by region and change periodically, so the best way to see current rates is to visit newyorker.com/subscribe and enter your location.
Some third-party services bundle The New Yorker into larger packages. Apple News+ includes The New Yorker digital edition along with other magazines and newspapers. Amazon Prime members can add a New Yorker subscription through their Prime account. These bundled options sometimes offer different pricing than buying directly from The New Yorker.
How to start a subscription through The New Yorker's website
Go to newyorker.com/subscribe. You will see the three subscription options displayed with their current prices. Choose the type you want — print, digital, or both — and select your payment term (usually monthly or annual). Click the button to proceed.
You will be asked to create an account or sign in if you already have one. Provide your email address and create a password. If you chose a print subscription, enter your mailing address. Enter your payment method — credit card, debit card, or PayPal. Review your order and confirm the purchase.
You will receive a confirmation email when ready. If you ordered print, your first issue arrives within one to two weeks, depending on your location. Digital access begins right away, even if you also ordered print. You can log in to your account at any time to view your subscription status, update your address, or manage your settings.
Subscribing through Apple News+ or Amazon Prime
If you already have an Apple News+ subscription, The New Yorker is included automatically. Open the Apple News app on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac and search for The New Yorker. Tap "Follow" to add it to your library. You can then read the latest issue and browse the archive without any additional cost.
Amazon Prime members can add The New Yorker through their Prime account. Go to amazon.com, sign in, and navigate to your Prime membership settings. Look for "Add a magazine subscription" or search for The New Yorker directly. You can choose print, digital, or both. The subscription will be billed to your Prime account, and print issues will ship to your Prime address.
The advantage of these routes is that you manage everything in one place — your Apple or Amazon account — and the billing is combined with your other subscriptions. The disadvantage is that you have fewer customization options than subscribing directly. If you need to change your subscription type or address, you may need to contact customer service through the third-party platform rather than making the change yourself online.
Pausing, canceling, or changing your subscription
You can pause your print subscription for up to three months without canceling it. This is useful if you are traveling or temporarily do not want issues to arrive. Log in to your account at newyorker.com, go to "Manage Subscription," and select "Pause Subscription." Choose your pause dates and confirm. Your subscription will resume automatically on the date you set.
To cancel, log in to your account, go to "Manage Subscription," and select "Cancel Subscription." The New Yorker will ask you why you are canceling and may offer you a discount to stay. If you proceed, your subscription ends on the date your current term expires. You will not be charged again, but you will lose access to the website and app once your subscription ends.
You can also change your subscription type — for example, from digital-only to print plus digital — at any time. Log in, go to "Manage Subscription," and select "Change Plan." Choose your new option and confirm. Changes take effect on your next billing date. If you subscribed through Apple News+ or Amazon Prime, use those platforms' settings to make changes instead.
What happens after you subscribe
Once your subscription is active, you can read The New Yorker on multiple devices. read the app on your phone or tablet, or visit newyorker.com on any web browser and log in with your email and password. Your account syncs across devices, so you can start reading an article on your phone and continue on your computer.
Print subscribers receive their magazine in the mail weekly. The cover date is usually one week ahead of the actual arrival date — so the issue dated January 15 typically arrives around January 8. If an issue does not arrive within two weeks of the cover date, you can contact customer service to report it missing.
You can search the archive of past articles, which goes back to 1925. This is one of the most useful features of a subscription — you can look up reviews, essays, or reporting from any year. The archive is included with all subscription types, not just digital.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I give a New Yorker subscription as a gift?
Yes. The New Yorker offers gift subscriptions through newyorker.com/gift. You choose the subscription type and length, enter the recipient's address, and select a start date. The New Yorker will send a gift announcement to the recipient. Gift subscriptions work the same way as regular subscriptions once they begin.
What if I move and need to change my mailing address?
Log in to your account at newyorker.com, go to "Manage Subscription," and update your address. Changes take effect on your next billing date. If you need the change to happen when ready, contact customer service through the website and they can update it manually.
Do I get a discount if I subscribe for longer?
Yes. Annual subscriptions cost less per month than month-to-month plans. The New Yorker also runs promotional rates for new subscribers, especially during certain times of year. Check the subscribe page to see what rates are currently available in your area.
Can I read The New Yorker offline?
The mobile app allows you to read issues to read offline. Open the app, find the issue you want, and tap the read button. You can then read it without an internet connection. This works for both print and digital subscribers.
What if I have trouble logging in to my account?
Go to newyorker.com/login and click "Forgot your password?" Enter your email address and The New Yorker will send you a password reset link. If you do not receive the email, check your spam folder. If you still cannot log in, use the "Contact Us" form on The New Yorker website to reach customer service.