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Amazon Ends Kindle Store Support for 2012-and-Earlier Devices
Amazon says owners can still read downloaded books, but 3% of current users will lose direct Kindle Store access on older devices, the company said.
- Amazon confirmed it is discontinuing support for 12 Kindle and Kindle Fire models released in 2012 and earlier, starting May 20, 2026. Users will no longer be able to purchase, borrow, or download new content via the Kindle Store.
- These models have been supported for at least 14 years, some as long as 18 years, but technology has advanced significantly since their release. The change affects approximately 3 percent of current users, whom Amazon is now urging to upgrade.
- Attempting a factory reset or deregistering these devices will render them permanently unusable. Amazon stated, "If you deregister or factory reset these devices, you will not be able to re-register or use these devices in any way."
- Affected users should soon receive an email offering 20% off select new Kindle devices and a $20 eBook credit valid through June 20, 2026. The promotion aims to facilitate transition to newer models.
- You can still read books already downloaded to your Kindle device after support ends. Sideloading books from third-party sources offers an alternative for users who want to continue building a library without connecting to the official Kindle Store.
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