What You Get With a Texas Monthly Subscription

A Texas Monthly subscription delivers the magazine to your home or lets you read it on your phone or computer, depending on which plan you choose. The magazine covers Texas politics, food, travel, culture, and long-form reporting on people and places across the state. Each issue arrives monthly in print, or you can access the digital edition when ready when it publishes.

The subscription includes access to the full archive of past articles on the Texas Monthly website, plus subscriber-only content that does not appear in the print edition. You can read on any device — phone, tablet, or desktop — and the digital edition syncs across your devices so you can pick up where you left off.

Key Takeaways

  • Texas Monthly offers print-only, digital-only, and print-plus-digital subscription plans at different price points.
  • You can start a subscription through the Texas Monthly website, by phone, or through third-party retailers like Amazon.
  • Digital subscribers get when ready access to new issues and the full article archive on the website.
  • Print subscriptions typically arrive within two to four weeks of your order, and you can pause or cancel anytime.

Print, Digital, and Combo Subscription Options

Texas Monthly sells three main subscription types. A print-only subscription sends the physical magazine to your address each month. A digital-only subscription gives you access to the website and mobile app but no printed copies. A print-plus-digital subscription includes both the magazine and full digital access.

Print subscriptions cost more than digital because of printing and shipping. Digital subscriptions are the least expensive option and give you access when ready when each issue publishes, rather than waiting for mail delivery. Print-plus-digital plans fall in the middle and are useful if you want to read on the go but also want the physical magazine for your coffee table or to keep in a collection.

Prices vary depending on current promotions. Texas Monthly frequently runs discounts for new subscribers, especially around the holidays or during back-to-school season. The best way to see current pricing is to visit the subscription page on texasmonthly.com directly.

How to Start Your Subscription Online

Go to texasmonthly.com and look for the "Subscribe" button, usually in the top navigation or footer of the page. Click it and you will see the three subscription options with their current prices. Select the plan you want — print, digital, or both.

Enter your delivery address (for print) or email address (for digital access). Provide your payment information — Texas Monthly accepts major credit cards and PayPal. Review your order and confirm. You will receive a confirmation email with your subscription details and login information for digital access.

If you choose print, your first issue typically arrives within two to four weeks. Digital access begins when ready, so you can start reading right away even if you are waiting for the first print copy.

Subscribing by Phone or Mail

You can also call Texas Monthly's customer service line to start a subscription over the phone. A representative will walk you through the plan options, take your payment information, and confirm your delivery address. Phone orders are useful if you have questions about which plan fits your needs or if you prefer not to enter payment details online.

Some print editions of Texas Monthly and other publications include a subscription card you can fill out and mail back with a check or credit card information. This method is slower — it may take several weeks for your order to process — but it is an option if you prefer traditional mail-in ordering.

Buying Through Amazon and Other Retailers

Amazon and other online retailers sell Texas Monthly subscriptions. If you have an Amazon Prime account, you may see a discounted rate or free shipping on a print subscription. The process is the same as buying anything else on Amazon: add the subscription to your cart, check out, and provide your delivery address.

When you order through a third-party retailer, that retailer handles your payment and passes your information to Texas Monthly. Your first issue will arrive on the same timeline as a direct subscription — usually two to four weeks. You will still receive a confirmation email from Texas Monthly with your account details.

Managing Your Account and Making Changes

Once you are subscribed, you can log into your account on texasmonthly.com using your email and password. From your account page, you can update your delivery address, change your payment method, or view your subscription status and renewal date.

If you need to pause your subscription temporarily — for example, if you are traveling or want to skip a few months — you can do that through your account settings. You can also pause through customer service by phone or email. Pausing is different from canceling: your subscription stays active but does not renew until you turn it back on.

To cancel, go to your account settings and select the cancel option, or contact customer service. Most subscriptions renew automatically on your renewal date, so canceling stops future charges. If you cancel mid-subscription, you keep access through the end of your paid term.

Troubleshooting Common Subscription Issues

If your digital access is not working, first try logging out and logging back in. Clear your browser cache or try a different browser. If you are using the mobile app, try uninstalling and reinstalling it. Most login problems resolve with these steps.

If your print subscription is late, check your account to confirm your delivery address is correct. Mail delivery typically takes two to four weeks from order, but delays happen. If your issue is more than a month late, contact customer service with your subscription number and they can investigate or send a replacement.

If you were charged twice or see an unexpected charge, check your account renewal date — subscriptions renew automatically unless you cancel. If the charge is not a renewal, contact customer service with your transaction details and they will look into it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I give a Texas Monthly subscription as a gift?

Yes. Texas Monthly offers gift subscriptions through its website. You choose the plan and length, provide the recipient's address, and can include a gift message. The recipient will receive a notification that a subscription is on the way, and their first issue will arrive within two to four weeks.

What happens if I move while I am subscribed?

Log into your account and update your delivery address. The change takes effect with your next issue. If you are moving soon and want to make sure you do not miss an issue, update your address as soon as you know your new location. You can also call customer service and they will update it for you.

Can I read Texas Monthly on my phone without a subscription?

Some articles are free to read on the website and mobile app. Full access to all articles, the archive, and subscriber-only content requires a digital or print-plus-digital subscription. You can read a few free articles per month before hitting a paywall.

Do I have to renew my subscription manually or does it renew automatically?

Subscriptions renew automatically on your renewal date using the payment method on file. You will receive an email reminder before the renewal charge goes through. You can turn off auto-renewal in your account settings if you prefer to renew manually each time.

Is there a student discount for Texas Monthly?

Texas Monthly occasionally runs promotions for students, but there is no permanent student discount program. Check the subscription page or contact customer service to ask about current student rates or discounts.