Country Living Magazine subscription options and costs
Country Living is a monthly magazine published by Hearst that focuses on rural living, home design, gardening, and lifestyle content. You can subscribe through the magazine's official website, through third-party subscription services, or by calling their customer service line. The magazine also offers digital-only subscriptions if you prefer reading on a tablet or phone.
Subscription prices vary depending on how long you commit and which format you choose. Print subscriptions typically cost less per issue when you pay for a full year upfront compared to buying single issues at a newsstand. Digital subscriptions are usually cheaper than print but give you access only to online and app versions, not the physical magazine.
Most subscription offers include an introductory rate for the first year, with the price increasing to the standard rate when you renew. The exact introductory price and renewal price change throughout the year, so the cost you see today may differ from what someone else sees next month.
Key Takeaways
- Country Living offers print, digital, and combined subscriptions through its website, phone, or third-party services like Amazon or Magazines.com.
- Print subscriptions delivered to your home cost less per issue than buying single copies but require a longer commitment than digital access.
- Introductory rates are lower than renewal rates, and the introductory price changes periodically, so timing affects what you pay.
- You can pause, cancel, or modify your subscription at any time, though some services charge a cancellation fee if you stop before your term ends.
- Digital subscriptions let you read on phones and tablets but do not include the printed magazine or access to back issues unless the service offers them.
Where to start a subscription
The official Country Living website (countryliving.com) is the direct source for subscriptions. You enter your mailing address, choose print or digital, and pay through their checkout. Starting here means you deal directly with Hearst's fulfillment team if you have questions about delivery or billing.
Amazon offers Country Living subscriptions through its magazine section. If you have an Amazon account and Prime membership, this route may be faster since your payment method is already on file. Amazon handles billing and can sometimes offer different introductory rates than the magazine's own site.
Third-party subscription services like Magazines.com, MagazinesDirect, and Discount Magazines also sell Country Living subscriptions, often with varying introductory offers. These services act as resellers, so they handle your initial order but the magazine's fulfillment center processes your subscription. If you have a problem, you may need to contact the reseller first, then the magazine if the issue is not resolved.
Print versus digital subscriptions
A print subscription delivers the physical magazine to your mailbox each month. You own the issues and can keep them, share them with household members, and read them without an internet connection. Print subscriptions include access to the magazine's website and app, so you get both formats.
A digital-only subscription gives you access to the current issue and archives through the Country Living app or website. You read on your phone, tablet, or computer. Digital subscriptions cost less than print but do not include the physical magazine. Some digital subscriptions include access to back issues; others do not, so check what the service offers before you buy.
A combined subscription (sometimes called "print plus digital") includes both the physical magazine and digital access. This costs more than print alone but less than buying both separately. If you want the magazine in your hands and also want to read on your phone while traveling, this option covers both.
How long subscriptions last and what happens at renewal
Most subscriptions run for one year from the date your first issue ships. Some services offer shorter terms (three or six months) or longer ones (two or three years). Longer commitments usually have a lower per-issue cost but lock you in for that period.
When your subscription term ends, the service sends you a renewal notice. If you do nothing, your subscription automatically renews at the standard (non-introductory) rate and your card is charged. You can cancel before the renewal date to avoid the charge, or you can let it renew and then cancel within a grace period if you change your mind.
The renewal price is typically higher than the introductory rate you paid for your first year. Some services allow you to pause your subscription for a few months instead of canceling, which can be useful if you want to take a break without losing your subscriber status.
Canceling or pausing your subscription
You can cancel a Country Living subscription at any time through the service where you bought it. If you subscribed through the magazine's website, log into your account and look for a "Manage Subscription" or "Cancel" option. If you subscribed through Amazon or a reseller, you cancel through that platform.
Some services charge a cancellation fee if you stop before your paid term ends. Others let you cancel free but will not refund unused months. Read the terms when you buy so you know what applies to your subscription. If you are unsure, contact customer service before canceling to ask whether a refund is possible.
Pausing is an option some services offer instead of canceling. Your subscription goes on hold for a set period (usually one to three months), then resumes automatically. This keeps your subscriber status and can be cheaper than canceling and restarting later.
Delivery and access timing
Print subscriptions typically begin shipping within two to four weeks of your order. The first issue may arrive before or after your billing date, depending on the magazine's publication schedule. You receive the magazine at your mailing address each month after that.
Digital subscriptions usually grant access immediately or within one business day. You can download the app or log into the website and start reading right away. If you subscribe mid-month, you may receive the current issue plus all back issues available through your subscription, or only future issues—this varies by service.
If you do not receive a print issue within the expected window, contact the service's customer support with your subscription number. They can check whether the issue shipped and provide a tracking number, or resend it if it was lost.
Managing your account and making changes
Most subscription services let you update your mailing address, payment method, and email through your online account. Log in to the website or app where you subscribed and look for "Account Settings" or "Manage Subscription." Changes to your address usually take effect with the next issue.
If you want to change from print to digital or vice versa, you may need to cancel your current subscription and start a new one. Some services allow you to upgrade or downgrade within your account; others do not. Contact customer service to ask whether a change is possible without canceling.
You can also contact customer service by phone, email, or chat if you prefer not to manage your subscription online. The contact information is usually on your billing statement or in the magazine itself.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I give a Country Living subscription as a gift?
Yes. Most subscription services offer gift subscriptions with a start date you choose and a gift message. You pay for the subscription and provide the recipient's mailing address. The recipient receives the magazine at that address, and some services send a gift notification so they know it is coming.
What if my magazine does not arrive?
Contact the service where you subscribed with your subscription number and the issue you did not receive. They can check the shipping status, resend the issue, or credit your account. Keep your subscription number handy—it is on your billing statement and usually in the magazine's mailing label.
Can I change my subscription from print to digital?
Some services allow you to switch formats within your account; others require you to cancel and start a new subscription. The cost difference and any refund depend on the service's policy. Contact customer service to ask whether a switch is possible without losing your current term.
Do I get access to back issues with a digital subscription?
This depends on the service. Some digital subscriptions include access to a full archive of past issues; others include only recent back issues or only the current issue. Check the subscription details before you buy to see what is included.
What happens if I do not cancel before my renewal date?
Your subscription automatically renews and your payment method is charged at the renewal rate, which is usually higher than your introductory rate. You can cancel within a grace period (typically 30 days) and request a refund, though refund policies vary by service. Check your terms or contact customer service to learn your service's specific policy.