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Amazon Prime comes with loads of benefits and the popular shopping membership just got even sweeter. On top of free shipping, access to exclusive deals and the ability to stream tons of content, a Prime membership now lets you save at the pump with 10 cents off each gallon of gas at select stations. With Black Friday on the way and plenty of holiday traveling to do, now's the best time to sign up and get 30 days of free access! Keep scrolling for everything you need to know about Prime, including its cost, benefits and more.

Jump to the good stuff:

1. What is Amazon Prime?
2. How much does Amazon Prime cost?
3. Is Amazon Prime worth it?
4. How do I sign up for Amazon Prime?
5. What are the benefits of an Amazon Prime membership?
6. Does Amazon offer any discounted Prime memberships?
7. How do I cancel my Amazon Prime membership?
8. Shop 5 best Amazon deals

What is Amazon Prime?

Amazon Prime is a membership that you can pay monthly or annually to score many perks like free shipping and exclusive deals. The no-strings-attached membership lets you sign up or cancel at any time within the given window to avoid being billed (the window runs before the following month for a monthly subscription and before the term year ends for an annual one). That means there's no commitment, especially if you opt to pay month-to-month.

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How much does Amazon Prime cost?

Amazon Prime costs $14.99 a month or $139 a year (the equivalent of $11.58 a month), plus taxes. The monthly plan is ideal for those who don't want to make a long-term commitment, or just want to use Amazon Prime at certain times of the year. If you lock in for the year, you end up saving $40.88 overall, a better option if you want to be able to order on a whim and take advantage of lightning and special deals and discounts that pop up daily. With this link, you can enjoy a free 30-day trial to Amazon Prime to get familiar with the benefits before making a decision.

Is Amazon Prime worth it?

We think so! An Amazon Prime membership gets you speedy shipping, exclusive subscriptions, gas discounts and access to thousands of amazing deals. Plus, you can sign up for a free 30-day trial and test out the luxuries of the membership on your own time without a bill hanging over your head.

How do I sign up for Amazon Prime?

Go to the main Amazon Prime page and click on "Try Prime," then follow the instructions. Note that you need an Amazon account before you can sign up for Prime, but if you don't yet have one, it's easy to set up. Go to Amazon and enter your details to create an account, then add Prime to get the 30-day free trial.

What are the benefits of an Amazon Prime membership?

While free, typically two-day shipping attracts most shoppers to Amazon Prime, it's just one of the many benefits you unlock with a membership. You can also score daily deals, unlock exclusive sales, use Amazon Music, save 10 cents per gallon at select Amoco, AM/PM and BP gas stations and stream tons of content with Amazon Prime Video—including Thursday Night Football.

Does Amazon offer any discounted Prime memberships?

Yes! Whether a student or a government assistance recipient, you can save on an Amazon Prime membership and enjoy October Prime Day discounts. Students need to provide a .edu email address to score a discount while qualifying EBT and other government assistance recipients can upload a photo of an EBT card or eligibility letter to net up to 50% off. For more information on pricing and eligibility, click this link.

How do I cancel my Amazon Prime membership?

You can cancel an Amazon Prime membership at any time and avoid an extra bill if you do so before the next billing cycle. Once logged into your Amazon account, select "Account" from the drop-down menu on the top right. Select "Memberships & Subscriptions," "Prime Membership" settings and "Manage Membership" (update, cancel and more). From there, click "End Membership." You can sign back up at any time, although, it should be noted that you can only use a free trial period once.

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