FAQs
What is Amazon Prime?
Amazon Prime is Amazon’s subscription service which gives you access to loads of great benefits. Firstly, there’s free same-day, one-day, and two-day shipping. You can also enjoy services like Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Gaming, Amazon Photos and Prime Reading. Prime members also get access to exclusive members-only discounts and sales.
How much is Amazon Prime?
Amazon Prime costs $14.99 a month or you can save a bit of money by paying for a full year, with the Prime Annual plan which costs $139 in a one-off payment. There’s also a Prime Student plan which costs $7.49 a month and a Qualified Gov. Assistance plan which costs $6.99 a month. Amazon Prime offers a free 30-day trial, so you can try the service before you commit to paying.
What’s included in Prime Gaming?
Prime Gaming comes with an Amazon Prime membership and you get access to loads of free games and free in-game content for some of the biggest titles, including FIFA 23, Madden 23, Red Dead Redemption Online, and Grand Theft Auto Online. You'll also get a free Twitch channel subscription each month.
What is Amazon Prime Day?
Every year, Amazon hosts an Amazon Prime Day sale, which is exclusive to Amazon Prime members. It’s Amazon’s biggest sale of the year and it lasts for 48 hours. Amazon Prime Day was in July in 2022 but the date changes yearly. Read our favorite Prime Day deals from 2022 in our best Amazon Prime Day gaming PC deals guide.
How much is Amazon shipping?
Amazon shipping cost varies depending on the product, and you can find out how much shipping costs are at the checkout. However, if you have an Amazon Prime membership, you get free shipping on all orders.
How do I cancel my Amazon order?
With Amazon, you can cancel an order if it hasn’t been shipped yet. To cancel your order, head to your account page and click on ‘Your Orders’ and select the order you want to cancel, from here you can select ‘Cancel items’. You’ll get a confirmation message on the screen confirming your cancellation.
Hints and tips
Amazon promo codes are the best way to save money on your order, however, there are additional ways to get a discount:
Amazon Basics: To find the top-rated products at super low prices, head to the ‘Amazon Basics’ section. This really puts simplicity into your shopping experience, and you can purchase with peace of mind because these products are highly rated by customers who use them! Departments you can shop at Amazon Basics include DIY, smart home, computer accessories, office supplies, bedding, pet supplies, batteries, cables, cookware, and fitness.
Shop the Outlet: The Amazon Outlet is full of super low prices on clearance goods and overstocks, including books, PCs, cameras, furniture, outdoor items, toys, games, and much much more.
Download the Amazon app: Amazon has made it easy to shop on the move with their mobile app. Not only does this mean that you can order from wherever you are, but more importantly it means that you can also save wherever you are too. By using the app you'll always be able to check the latest deals and prices so you never miss out on a saving.
Use the Amazon trade-in scheme: If you're purchasing a device to replace one that you've already got then why not trade in your old one? Amazon offers customers gift cards and up to 25% off new qualifying Amazon devices when they trade in their old ones. Shipping is free and the savings couldn't be any more straightforward, so it's definitely worth considering.
Subscribe & Save: If there are products you buy regularly, like specific healthcare products, you can save a bunch of money with Amazon’s Subscribe and Save. The more subscriptions you have, the more you save - you can get up to 10% off with 1-4 subscriptions and 15% off with 5+ subscriptions and there are no fees for any subscription. Bear in mind that these subscriptions must all be in one delivery. You have control with Subscribe & Save - you can choose the quantity of the subscription and you’re free to cancel any time you want.
How to use an Amazon coupon code
Amazon coupons can be a great way to save, but if you've never used one before you might be feeling a bit lost. These easy-to-follow steps will get you saving in no time:
1. Check out our Amazon promo codes - we update this list regularly with the latest offers.
2. Once you’ve found the Amazon coupon you’d like to use, click the ‘Get Code’ button, this will make a pop-out box appear with the code, and open a tab on the Amazon website.
3. Copy the code by clicking the ‘Copy’ button. Now it’s time to shop!
4. Once you have all your goodies, head to the checkout. In the "Payment Method" section of the checkout, paste your Amazon promo code in the "Add a gift card or promotion code or voucher" box.
