What a Harper's Bazaar subscription includes

A Harper's Bazaar subscription gives you access to the magazine in print, digital, or both, depending on which plan you choose. The print edition arrives at your home roughly every month. The digital version is available through their website and mobile app, usually updated the same day the print issue hits newsstands.

Print subscribers receive the full magazine with all editorial content, photography, and advertisements as they appear in the newsstand version. Digital subscribers can read articles, view galleries, and access video content through a web browser or the Harper's Bazaar app on phones and tablets. Some digital plans also include access to archives of past issues.

Key Takeaways

  • Harper's Bazaar offers print-only, digital-only, and combined print-plus-digital subscription plans at different price points.
  • Print subscriptions typically cost less per issue than buying individual copies at a newsstand, with delivery to your home address.
  • Digital subscriptions provide immediate access to new content and allow you to read on multiple devices with a single login.
  • Subscription length and renewal terms vary by plan; most auto-renew unless you cancel before the renewal date.

Subscription plan options and pricing

Harper's Bazaar offers three main subscription routes: print only, digital only, and a combined plan. Print subscriptions typically run for one year and cost less per issue than newsstand prices. Digital subscriptions are usually cheaper than print and renew annually as well. The combined print-plus-digital plan costs more than either alone but gives you both formats.

Pricing changes periodically and varies depending on promotional offers. You can find current rates and plan details on the Harper's Bazaar website or through third-party subscription retailers like Amazon or Magazines.com. Promotional rates—often significantly lower than regular pricing—are common, especially during holiday periods or when you first sign up.

How to start a subscription

You can start a subscription directly through Harper's Bazaar's website by selecting your plan and entering your payment and delivery information. You will need a valid mailing address for print subscriptions and an email address for digital access. Payment is typically by credit card, debit card, or PayPal.

You can also subscribe through third-party retailers like Amazon, Magazines.com, or Walmart. These retailers sometimes offer different pricing or bundled deals. Whichever route you choose, you will receive a confirmation email with your subscription details and login credentials for digital access.

Delivery timing and digital access

Print subscriptions usually arrive 7 to 14 days before the newsstand date, though this varies by postal service and your location. International delivery takes longer and may cost extra. Digital access typically begins immediately after your subscription is confirmed, and you can start reading on the same day you sign up.

If you subscribe mid-month, your first issue may arrive several weeks later, depending on when the next issue ships. The Harper's Bazaar app and website let you manage your account, update your address, and access your subscription details anytime.

Cancellation and renewal

Most Harper's Bazaar subscriptions auto-renew at the end of your subscription term unless you cancel beforehand. You can cancel through your account settings on the Harper's Bazaar website, by contacting their customer service team, or through the retailer where you subscribed. Cancellation typically takes effect at the end of your current billing period, not immediately.

If you cancel a print subscription partway through, you generally cannot receive a refund for unused issues. Digital subscriptions have similar terms. Check your subscription confirmation email for the exact cancellation policy and customer service contact information for your specific plan.

Troubleshooting common subscription issues

If your print issue does not arrive within the expected timeframe, check your account to confirm your mailing address is correct. Contact Harper's Bazaar customer service with your subscription number and they can investigate or send a replacement. Address changes typically take effect with the next issue, not the current one.

For digital access problems, try logging out and logging back in, or reinstalling the app. Make sure you are using the email address associated with your subscription. If you subscribed through a third-party retailer, that retailer may handle customer service rather than Harper's Bazaar directly, so check your confirmation email to see who to contact.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my subscription plan after I sign up?

Yes. You can usually upgrade from digital-only to print-plus-digital, or downgrade from print to digital-only, through your account settings. Changes typically take effect at your next renewal date. Contact customer service if you want to make a change mid-subscription.

What happens if I move to a new address?

Update your mailing address in your account settings as soon as possible. The change usually takes effect with your next issue. If you update mid-month, your current issue may still go to your old address. Provide the new address at least two weeks before the next expected delivery date.

Can I pause my subscription instead of canceling?

Some subscription plans allow you to pause for a set period without canceling. Check your account settings or contact customer service to see if this option is available for your plan. Pausing is often easier than canceling and restarting if you plan to resume later.

Do I get access to back issues with a digital subscription?

This depends on your specific plan. Some digital subscriptions include access to a limited archive of past issues, while others only give you current and future content. Check the plan details before you sign up, or contact customer service to confirm what archives are included.