USA Today subscription options and what each one includes

USA Today offers three main subscription paths: the digital-only subscription, the print-plus-digital bundle, and the print-only subscription. The digital subscription gives you access to all stories on usatoday.com and the USA Today mobile app, updated throughout the day. The print-plus-digital bundle delivers the newspaper to your home and includes full digital access. The print-only option is the traditional newspaper delivery without online access.

Pricing varies by region and changes periodically. Digital subscriptions typically cost less per month than print, and bundled subscriptions fall between the two. USA Today frequently offers introductory rates for new subscribers — often a reduced price for the first few months, then the regular rate after that. You can see current pricing and any active promotions by visiting usatoday.com/subscribe or calling their customer service line.

Key Takeaways

  • USA Today offers digital-only, print-only, and print-plus-digital subscriptions, each with different pricing and access levels.
  • Introductory rates are common for new subscribers, but the price increases to the regular rate after the promotional period ends.
  • You can manage your subscription, pause delivery, or make changes through your online account at usatoday.com.
  • Print delivery timing depends on your location; some areas receive the paper early morning, while others get it later in the day.

How to start a USA Today subscription

Go to usatoday.com/subscribe and select the subscription type you want. You will enter your email address, create a password, and choose your subscription length — usually monthly, quarterly, or annual options are available. Annual subscriptions typically offer a better per-month rate than month-to-month billing.

Next, you provide your payment method (credit card, debit card, or PayPal) and billing address. If you are ordering print delivery, you will also enter your delivery address. USA Today will confirm your order and send a confirmation email. Digital access usually begins within minutes; print delivery typically starts within 3 to 5 business days, depending on your location and the day you order.

What documents and information you need before ordering

For a digital subscription, you need only a valid email address and a payment method. For print delivery, you also need your home address and a phone number. USA Today uses the phone number to contact you about delivery issues or to confirm your address if there are any problems.

If you are ordering a gift subscription for someone else, you will need their email address and delivery address (for print). You can specify when the subscription should start — useful if you are giving it as a gift for a future date. USA Today will send the recipient a notification that their subscription has been purchased.

Managing your subscription and making changes

Log into your account at usatoday.com using your email and password. From your account dashboard, you can view your current subscription type, billing date, and payment method. You can upgrade from digital-only to print-plus-digital, downgrade to digital-only, or pause your print delivery temporarily without canceling.

To pause print delivery, go to your account settings and select "Pause Delivery." You can choose how many weeks to pause — useful if you are traveling or temporarily unable to receive the paper. When the pause period ends, delivery resumes automatically. To make permanent changes like canceling or switching subscription types, you can do this through your account or call customer service.

Print delivery schedules and what to do if you miss an issue

USA Today prints seven days a week. Delivery timing depends on your location — some areas receive the paper between 5 and 7 a.m., while others receive it later in the morning or early afternoon. The exact delivery window for your address will be shown in your account or provided when you first order.

If you do not receive your paper on a particular day, log into your account and report the missing issue. USA Today can redeliver it or credit your account. Most missing-issue reports can be filed through your online account; for urgent same-day issues, you can call customer service. Keep in mind that weather, holidays, and local delivery disruptions can occasionally delay or prevent delivery.

Canceling your subscription

You can cancel your subscription at any time through your online account. Log in, go to your subscription settings, and select "Cancel Subscription." USA Today will ask you why you are canceling — this feedback is optional. Your cancellation takes effect at the end of your current billing period; you will not be charged again, but you retain access until that date passes.

If you cancel a print subscription mid-month, you will not receive a refund for unused days. If you cancel an annual subscription, most refund policies do not apply, though USA Today occasionally makes exceptions. Before canceling, check your account for any active promotional offers — you may be able to pause instead of cancel, or switch to a lower-cost plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I read USA Today articles without a subscription?

USA Today allows a limited number of free articles per month before a paywall appears. Once you reach that limit, you will need a subscription to read additional stories. Subscribers have unlimited access to all content on usatoday.com and the mobile app.

What happens if I move to a new address?

Log into your account and update your delivery address in your subscription settings. The change usually takes effect within 2 to 3 business days. If you are moving out of a delivery area, contact customer service to discuss your options — you may need to switch to digital-only or cancel print delivery.

Can I share my subscription with family members?

Digital subscriptions are intended for personal use by the subscriber. Sharing login credentials violates USA Today's terms of service. If multiple people in your household want access, you can purchase separate subscriptions or contact customer service to ask about household plans, which vary by region.

How do I contact USA Today customer service?

You can reach customer service through your online account, by email, or by phone. The phone number and email address are listed on usatoday.com/help. Response times vary, but most inquiries are handled within 24 hours during business days.

Is there a student discount for USA Today?

USA Today occasionally offers discounted rates for students and educators. Check usatoday.com/subscribe for current student offers, or contact customer service to ask about available discounts for your situation.