{
  "id": 7732148,
  "title": "How to sign up for Amazon Prime in time for the next Prime Day",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/how-to-sign-up-for-amazon-prime-in-time-for-the-next-prime-day",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-16T07:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mashable",
    "slug": "mashable",
    "url": "https://mashable.com/article/how-to-sign-up-for-amazon-prime"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As the date of the next Prime Day approaches, securing an Amazon Prime account becomes essential for snagging the best bargains. While 2026 may not see the return of the full Prime Day, the retailer will still host a fall event called Big Deal Days, running from October 6th to 7th. This 48-hour sale will offer a plethora of deals, but only to those who are Amazon Prime members.\n\nIf you haven't already signed up for Prime, fret not. You can still take advantage of the event by signing up for a 30-day free trial, which you can cancel before it ends without incurring any charges. The process of signing up for Amazon Prime is straightforward and can be completed in under five minutes. All you need is internet access and an email address or phone number.\n\nTo get started, head over to the Amazon Prime sign-up page and click on \"Start your free 30-day trial.\" From there, input your email address if you already have an Amazon account, or click on \"Create Your Amazon Account\" to create a new one. If you're making a new account, you'll need to provide some basic information like your name, email address, and password.\n\nFor those creating a new account, Amazon will send a verification code to either your email or phone number. Enter the code and click \"Verify\" to complete the process. Once your account is set up, you can choose between a one-month trial for free or a full subscription. Keep in mind that if you've used the free trial offer before with the same email or phone number, you may not be eligible for another free trial. Alternatively, you can opt for a monthly or annual membership, with options starting as low as $7.49 per month for young adults and Prime for government assistance recipients at $6.99 per month.",
  "summary": "Getting ready to shop Amazon's October Prime Day? If you want to shop the sale, you need to be a member. Here's how to join.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}