What a Minneapolis Tribune subscription includes
A Minneapolis Tribune subscription gives you access to news, sports, and local reporting from the Star Tribune, Minnesota's largest newspaper. The Star Tribune operates the Minneapolis Tribune brand and delivers content through a website, mobile app, and print edition depending on which subscription tier you choose.
The Star Tribune offers several subscription levels. A digital-only subscription covers online articles, the mobile app, and email newsletters. A print subscription includes the physical newspaper delivered to your home on specified days. A combination subscription—sometimes called a "print plus digital" plan—bundles both. Each tier has a different price point, and the Star Tribune frequently runs promotional rates for new subscribers.
Subscriptions renew automatically on a monthly or annual cycle, depending on what you select at signup. You can pause, downgrade, or cancel through your account settings or by contacting customer service directly.
Key Takeaways
- Digital subscriptions cost less than print but give you access only to the website, app, and email newsletters.
- Print subscriptions deliver the physical newspaper to your home; delivery days and costs vary by location.
- Combination subscriptions bundle print and digital access at a higher price than either alone.
- The Star Tribune regularly offers introductory rates for the first few months; the renewal price is typically higher.
- You can manage, pause, or cancel your subscription through your online account without calling customer service.
Digital-only subscriptions
A digital subscription gives you unlimited access to StarTribune.com, the Star Tribune mobile app for iOS and Android, and the newspaper's email newsletters. You can read on any device—phone, tablet, or computer—and your reading history and saved articles sync across devices.
Digital subscriptions are the least expensive option. The Star Tribune regularly offers promotional pricing for new subscribers, often at a reduced rate for the first month or three months. After the promotional period ends, the subscription renews at the standard monthly rate, which is higher. Check the terms at signup to see what your renewal price will be.
Digital subscribers also receive access to the Star Tribune's archives, allowing you to search and read articles published in past years. Some digital plans include access to premium sections like the business or sports analysis content, though this varies by subscription level.
Print subscriptions and delivery
Print subscriptions deliver the physical Minneapolis Tribune newspaper to your home on the days you choose. You can select daily delivery, weekend-only delivery, or Sunday-only delivery. Delivery typically begins within two to five business days after your subscription starts, depending on your address and the day you sign up.
Print subscription costs depend on your location within the Twin Cities metro area and surrounding regions. Addresses closer to Minneapolis generally have lower delivery costs than rural areas farther out. The Star Tribune publishes rates on its website broken down by ZIP code, so you can see the exact cost for your address before you commit.
Print subscribers can add digital access to their subscription for an additional monthly fee, or they may receive limited digital access as part of certain print packages. Ask about current bundling options when you sign up, as these change seasonally.
Print plus digital combination subscriptions
A combination subscription bundles unlimited digital access with print delivery. This is the most complete option but also the most expensive. You get the website, app, and newsletters plus the physical newspaper on your chosen delivery days.
Combination subscriptions are priced as a single monthly or annual charge. Like digital-only plans, they often come with introductory pricing for new subscribers. The renewal rate after the promotional period is significantly higher, so review the full terms before you commit.
Combination subscribers typically receive the same archive access and premium content as digital-only subscribers, plus the convenience of print delivery. If you want both formats but prefer to pay less, you can start with a digital subscription and add print delivery later, or vice versa.
How to start and manage your subscription
To start a subscription, go to StarTribune.com and click the subscribe button, usually located at the top of the page. You will choose your subscription type (digital, print, or combination), your delivery frequency if applicable, and your payment method. The site will show you the promotional price and the renewal price before you complete the purchase.
After signup, you can log in to your account to manage your subscription. From your account dashboard, you can pause your subscription for up to four weeks, change your delivery days, upgrade or downgrade your plan, or cancel. Changes to delivery days typically take effect within one to two business days.
If you have trouble logging in or need to make changes you cannot complete online, contact Star Tribune customer service by phone or email. The contact information is available on the website under the Help or Contact Us section. Response times vary, but customer service generally handles requests within one business day.
Promotional rates and renewal pricing
The Star Tribune runs ongoing promotions for new subscribers. These typically offer a reduced rate for the first one, two, or three months, after which the subscription renews at the standard rate. The promotional offer changes frequently—sometimes weekly—so the price you see today may differ from the price next week.
Before you complete your purchase, the website displays both the promotional price and the renewal price clearly. This is the price you will pay every month or year after the promotional period ends, so factor that into your decision. If the renewal price is higher than you want to pay, you can pause or cancel before the renewal date.
Some promotions are limited to new subscribers who have not had a Star Tribune subscription in the past 30 or 60 days. If you cancelled recently, you may need to wait before you are may be able to access for the next promotional offer. The terms appear on the subscription page when you start the signup process.
Pausing, downgrading, and cancelling
You can pause your subscription for up to four weeks without cancelling. During a pause, you retain your account and your digital access (if you have it), but print delivery stops. Pauses are useful if you are traveling or temporarily do not want the newspaper. After the pause ends, delivery resumes automatically unless you cancel.
Downgrading means switching to a lower-cost plan—for example, from a combination subscription to digital-only, or from daily print delivery to Sunday-only. You can downgrade through your account settings, and the change takes effect on your next billing date. Your rate will drop to the new plan's price.
To cancel, log into your account and select the cancel option, or contact customer service. Cancellations take effect at the end of your current billing cycle, so you will receive service through that date. If you cancel mid-month, you will not receive a refund for unused days, but you can restart your subscription at any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if I do not cancel before my promotional rate ends?
Your subscription automatically renews at the standard renewal rate shown at signup. You will be charged the higher amount on your next billing date. To avoid this, cancel or downgrade before the renewal date. You can check your renewal date in your account settings.
Can I get a refund if I cancel mid-month?
No. Subscriptions are charged in full for each billing cycle, and cancellations take effect at the end of that cycle. You will not receive a refund for unused days. If you want to pause instead of cancel, you can do that for up to four weeks.
Do I get digital access with a print-only subscription?
Not automatically. Print-only subscriptions include only the physical newspaper. You can add digital access for an additional monthly fee, or you can switch to a combination subscription. Some promotional offers bundle both, so check the terms when you sign up.
How long does it take for print delivery to start?
Delivery typically begins within two to five business days after your subscription is confirmed. The exact timeline depends on your address and the day you sign up. You can check the expected start date in your account or contact customer service for a specific date.
Can I change my delivery days after I subscribe?
Yes. Log into your account and update your delivery preferences. Changes usually take effect within one to two business days. If you need the change to happen faster, contact customer service directly.