What Shonen Jump subscription includes
Shonen Jump+ is a digital subscription service run by Viz Media that gives you access to manga chapters, mostly from the Shonen Jump magazine lineup. The service costs $2.99 per month in the United States and includes a rotating library of titles — some chapters are free to read, while others require an active subscription to view.
The subscription covers manga series that appear in the weekly Shonen Jump magazine, including titles like My Hero Academia, Jujutsu Kaisen, One Piece, and Chainsaw Man. You read through the Shonen Jump+ app on iOS, Android, or web browser. New chapters typically release on Sunday mornings in the United States, matching the magazine's publication schedule.
Shonen Jump+ also offers a limited number of free chapters each week — usually the three most recent chapters of popular series — so you can sample content before paying. The paid subscription removes the wait and gives you access to the full back catalog of participating titles.
Key Takeaways
- Shonen Jump+ costs $2.99 per month and includes digital access to manga from the Shonen Jump magazine on any device with the app or web browser.
- New chapters release on Sunday mornings, and you can read them when ready with a subscription rather than waiting for free access.
- The service includes a rotating selection of free chapters each week, so you can read recent chapters of some series without paying.
- Your subscription works across iOS, Android, and web — you log in once and can read on whichever device you choose.
- Viz Media runs the service and handles billing through your app store account or a credit card you provide directly to Viz.
How to set up your subscription
read the Shonen Jump+ app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store, or visit the web version at shonenjump.viz.com. Open the app and tap the menu icon, then select "Subscribe" or "Start Free Trial." You will see the option to pay $2.99 per month.
If you subscribe through the app, the charge goes to your Apple ID or Google Play account — the same way you pay for other apps. If you subscribe through the web version, you enter a credit card directly with Viz Media. Both methods renew automatically each month until you cancel.
After you subscribe, your account is active when ready. You can then read any chapter marked as subscriber-only. Your login works across all devices, so if you subscribe on your phone, you can also read on your tablet or computer using the same account.
What happens to your subscription if you cancel
When you cancel your Shonen Jump+ subscription, you lose access to subscriber-only chapters at the end of your current billing period. If you cancel mid-month, you keep access until the next renewal date — Viz does not issue refunds for partial months.
Your account itself does not disappear. If you cancel and then resubscribe later, your reading history and bookmarks remain. You can pause and restart your subscription as many times as you want without losing your place in a series.
Differences between free and paid chapters
Free chapters on Shonen Jump+ are usually the three most recent chapters of popular series, plus a rotating selection of older chapters. These change weekly. Paid subscribers see all chapters of participating titles, including the full back catalog, without waiting.
Some series have all chapters available to free readers after a certain period — typically a few weeks after the paid release. Other series keep some chapters subscriber-only indefinitely. The app shows you which chapters are free and which require a subscription before you try to read them.
How billing and payment work
Shonen Jump+ charges $2.99 per month, with no annual plan or discount tier. The charge renews automatically on the same day each month. If you subscribe through an app store, the charge appears on your app store bill. If you subscribe through the web, it appears on your credit card statement under Viz Media.
You can change your payment method or cancel anytime through the app settings or your Viz Media account page. Cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing cycle, not when ready. If you want to stop being charged, cancel before your renewal date.
Reading experience and device compatibility
The Shonen Jump+ app works on iPhones, iPads, Android phones, and Android tablets. The web version works in any modern browser on a computer. You can switch between devices freely — your bookmarks and reading progress sync across all of them as long as you use the same login.
The app lets you adjust text size, switch between color and black-and-white versions of chapters (when available), and bookmark series to track which ones you are reading. You can read offline by downloading chapters to your device, though this feature is only available on the mobile app.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I read Shonen Jump+ chapters on my Kindle or e-reader?
No. Shonen Jump+ only works on iOS and Android phones and tablets, computers through a web browser, and some smart TVs through the Viz app. Kindle devices and most other e-readers are not supported.
Do I get access to the physical Shonen Jump magazine with the subscription?
No. Shonen Jump+ is a digital-only service for manga chapters. The physical Shonen Jump magazine is sold separately at newsstands and through other retailers. The subscription does not include a print edition.
What happens if a series ends or gets removed from Shonen Jump+?
If a series is removed from the service, you lose access to its chapters. This is rare but can happen if licensing agreements change. Viz usually announces removals in advance through the app. Completed series typically remain available as long as Viz holds the rights.
Can I share my subscription with family members?
Shonen Jump+ terms of service allow one person per account. Sharing login credentials with others violates the terms. Viz offers no family plan or multi-user option, so each person who wants access needs their own subscription.
How often do new chapters release?
New chapters release every Sunday morning, matching the Shonen Jump magazine schedule. Some series release a new chapter every week, while others release every other week or less frequently depending on the author's schedule. The app shows you when the next chapter is coming.