Kindle users have been warned that from May 20, 2026, older models will lose access to the Kindle Store, preventing them from purchasing, borrowing, or downloading new books. The affected devices include the Kindle 5 and the first-generation Kindle Paperwhite, among others released in 2012 or earlier.
Existing libraries will remain accessible, but the devices will effectively become “read-only” after the deadline. Amazon stated that these models have been supported for 14 to 18 years, but advances in technology mean they can no longer be supported.
To mitigate the impact, Amazon is offering affected customers a 20% discount on selected new Kindle models, along with a £15 eBook credit. New options include standard Kindles, the colour-screen Colorsoft, and the Scribe range with a digital pen for note-taking.
