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08/22/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/22/2024 07:22
Prime Big Deal Days returns this October—here are 3 reasons to join Prime ahead of the fall sales event
Prime keeps getting better with unlimited, free delivery at Amazon's fastest speeds ever on a vast selection of products, year-round low prices across more than 35 product categories, access to exclusive deals, and an array of additional benefits.
Prime Big Deal Days returns this October to kick off the holiday season in style! Only Prime members will have access to early holiday deals across popular categories, including deep discounts on products from top brands. The celebration will take place in 19 countries-Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, Turkey, and the United States.
Here's how much a Prime membership costs, and how to make the most of its benefits
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Access to exclusive events like Prime Big Deal Days is just one of the many benefits of Prime-there's something for everyone! Don't just take our word for it; see for yourself why there's never been a better time to become a Prime member:
1. Prime delivery speeds are faster than ever.
Fast, free delivery is the cornerstone benefit of Prime. Whether you need something today, tomorrow, or at a time of your choosing, members enjoy the convenience and speed of Prime delivery.
In the U.S., Amazon offers more than 300 million items with free Prime shipping compared to one million when the program launched in 2005. Tens of millions of our most popular items are available with free Same-Day or One-Day Delivery, which means Primetoday offers 20 times more selection that can be delivered twice as fast as when Prime first launched-giving members more value than ever. We hit our fastest Prime delivery speeds everso far this year, with more than 5 billion items arriving on the same or next day globally-a new record.
2. Prime saves members time and money.
Exclusive shopping events such as Prime Big Deal Days are just one of the ways Prime celebrates members and helps you save time andmoney. Saving is important to people and with a Prime membership you have the combination of everyday cost and time savings.
Last year, Amazon customers saved nearly $24 billion from deals and coupons alone-with Prime members enjoying the vast majority of those savings. There are tens of thousands of Prime-exclusive deals every day that members can take advantage of, including 30-minute early access to Lightning Deals before anyone else. From ear buds and coffee pods, to winter coats and holiday décor, Prime members can shop Amazon's wide selection while enjoying incredible savings all year long.
3. Prime offers an array of additional benefits-whatever you're into, it's on Prime.
We've built a comprehensive membership that empowers members to make choices that align with their individual needs.
Everything that comes with your Prime membership
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If entertainment at your fingertips is what you're looking for, Prime offers a vast collection of popular content to browse and stream via Prime Video. Prime members can stream Amazon MGM Studios-produced titles, live sports, and licensed fan favorites at no additional cost to their membership. Plus, get access to 100 million songs and top podcasts with Amazon Music and free games each month with Prime Gaming.
And when it comes to everyday living, Prime also offers additional valuable benefits to make your life easier and more convenient. Prime members can add a grocery subscription for just $9.99 a month that offers unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 across Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods Market, and a variety of local grocery and specialty retailers on Amazon.com, get access to 60 eligible prescription medications for just $5 a month with RxPass, plus savings on One Medical for a discounted rate of only $9 per month (or $99 annually), and enjoy a free Grubhub+ membershipon takeout for worth $120 value per year.
How much does a Prime membership cost?
A Prime membership is $14.99 per month, or $139 per year if you pay annually. Amazon also offers additional, discounted membership options providing the exact same, valuable benefits of a regular Prime membership-including free delivery on more than 300 million items, exclusive deals, and savings for eligible members-at only 50% of the cost.
Young adults (ages 18-24) and college students can tryPrime for Young Adultswith a six-month trial, then pay only $7.49 per month, or $69 per year. Qualifying government assistance recipients can try Prime Accessfor 30-days before paying $6.99 per month. For more information about Prime, including Prime Young Adult and Prime Access, visit aboutamazon.com/prime.
Don't forget to check back for more information on Prime Big Deal Days in the coming months-you won't want to miss out on the exclusive, early holiday savings.