Amazon dropping support for more Kindles

pdurrant · Today, 01:24 AM

From May 20th 2026, Kindles released in 2012 and earlier will no longer be supported by Amazon.

So no registering, buying or downloading to such Kindles.

Affected devices include Kindle 1st and 2nd Generation, Kindle DX and DX Graphite, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4, Kindle Touch, Kindle 5, and Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation.

Full email I received today in spoiler tags:

Spoiler:

Dear Customer,

Thank you for being a longtime Kindle customer. We're glad our devices have served you well for as long as they have. Starting May 20, 2026 — 14 to 18 years after their initial launches — we are discontinuing support for Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier. Here's what this means for you:

* You can continue to read books already downloaded on these devices, but you will not be able to purchase, borrow, or download additional books on them after that date.
* If you deregister or factory reset these devices, you will not be able to re-register or use these devices in any way.

Affected devices include Kindle 1st and 2nd Generation, Kindle DX and DX Graphite, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4, Kindle Touch, Kindle 5, and Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation.

To minimize any disruption, we're offering a promotional code for 20% off select new Kindle devices UVM3LHBFD as well as a £15 eBook credit that will be automatically added to your account after purchasing a new device (valid through June 20th, 2026, 11:59pm PST - Terms and Conditions apply). Our newer Kindle devices bring meaningful improvements in screen quality, performance and accessibility — and you'll have access to your complete Kindle library and the Kindle Store. You can also continue to read all your books on our free Kindle apps (Android, iOS, Mac, and PC) and Kindle for Web.

If you have any questions or require assistance, please visit https://www.amazon.co.uk/help/kindle/devicedeprecation.

Sincerely,
The Kindle Team

Please note: This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address that cannot accept incoming e-mail. Please do not reply to this message. You can identify your Kindle E-reader device by following instructions here.
Amazon.co.uk is a trading name for Amazon EU Sarl, for Amazon Europe Core Sarl and for Amazon Media EU Sarl, all of which have their registered office at 38 avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg.
©2026 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon and all related marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.
Amazon.co.uk

DNSB · Today, 01:49 AM

So basically, KFX is the only format Amazon will deliver to a device in the near future.

Also see the Amazon discontinuing support for older Kindles in May in the Amazon Kindle forum.

Josieb1 · Today, 02:47 AM

I was just about to post this too. I have the email. I’m in the UK.

DrNefario · Today, 04:00 AM

Hmm. Maybe I should try to get some charge into my old KB and fill it up.

Quoth · Today, 06:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DNSB

So basically, KFX is the only format Amazon will deliver to a device in the near future.

Also see the Amazon discontinuing support for older Kindles in May in the Amazon Kindle forum.

Or App.

It's about control and surveillance. The older firmwares don't have that to the extent Amazon wants. Somehow they've changed how KFX works on the Paperwhite 3.

curtw · Today, 09:37 AM

Changing the URL to ".com" shows that this is happening in the US as well, but I have not received the email. Has anyone here in the states gotten it yet?

ucfgrad93 · Today, 10:28 AM

Oh, crap. This means that my Kindle Paperwhite 2nd generation is now on borrowed time. Maybe another year before it isn't supported any longer.

JSWolf · Today, 10:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ucfgrad93

Oh, crap. This means that my Kindle Paperwhite 2nd generation is now on borrowed time. Maybe another year before it isn't supported any longer.

I doubt your PW2 is on borrowed time. If Amazon can modify it remotely to prevent DRM removal, then it will still be supported.

Badcatalex · Today, 11:05 AM

Don't know why they included the Kindle 1 in the email, since it already lost the ability to have new Kindle books added after Download & Transfer via USB was removed, and hasn't been able to be registered with an Amazon account since 2022 as a result of the Sprint 3G network shutdown.

JSWolf · Today, 11:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badcatalex

Don't know why they included the Kindle 1 in the email, since it already lost the ability to have new Kindle books added after Download & Transfer via USB was removed, and hasn't been able to be registered with an Amazon account since 2022 as a result of the Sprint 3G network shutdown.

Because Amazon is listing all Kindles made before 2013.

ProfJulie · Today, 12:21 PM

I'm in the US and received the email today. I had already figured that this would be the last Kindle I owned and planned to convert the Kindle formatted books I had (not many) into a different format so I can read them on other devices once I replace the Kindle.

I haven't purchased an eBook for myself from Amazon in a very long time. Now that most ebooks are available to purchase or borrow from my library in the ePub format, that's what I've been reading.

clach04 · Today, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by curtw

Changing the URL to ".com" shows that this is happening in the US as well, but I have not received the email. Has anyone here in the states gotten it yet?

I got the US email about an hour ago.

I do like those Kobo's...

lkmiller · Today, 03:07 PM

Received the email here in the US just now since I have a Kindle Touch.

DNSB · Today, 03:29 PM

I haven't received the email but changing the link to amazon.ca shows the same document. As did amazon.co.jp and a couple of other Amazon national sites.

2012年以前リリースされたKindle電子書籍リーダー

Quoth · Today, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Badcatalex

Don't know why they included the Kindle 1 in the email, since it already lost the ability to have new Kindle books added after Download & Transfer via USB was removed, and hasn't been able to be registered with an Amazon account since 2022 as a result of the Sprint 3G network shutdown.

Someone in theory could run their own pico or femto cell connected to Broadband. Unlikely, but possible.

Today, 01:24 AM	#1
pdurrant The Grand Mouse 高貴的老鼠 Posts: 75,240 Karma: 319569784 Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Norfolk, England Device: Kindle Oasis	Amazon dropping support for more Kindles From May 20th 2026, Kindles released in 2012 and earlier will no longer be supported by Amazon. So no registering, buying or downloading to such Kindles. Affected devices include Kindle 1st and 2nd Generation, Kindle DX and DX Graphite, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4, Kindle Touch, Kindle 5, and Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation. Full email I received today in spoiler tags: Spoiler: Dear Customer, Thank you for being a longtime Kindle customer. We're glad our devices have served you well for as long as they have. Starting May 20, 2026 — 14 to 18 years after their initial launches — we are discontinuing support for Kindle devices released in 2012 or earlier. Here's what this means for you: * You can continue to read books already downloaded on these devices, but you will not be able to purchase, borrow, or download additional books on them after that date. * If you deregister or factory reset these devices, you will not be able to re-register or use these devices in any way. Affected devices include Kindle 1st and 2nd Generation, Kindle DX and DX Graphite, Kindle Keyboard, Kindle 4, Kindle Touch, Kindle 5, and Kindle Paperwhite 1st Generation. To minimize any disruption, we're offering a promotional code for 20% off select new Kindle devices UVM3LHBFD as well as a £15 eBook credit that will be automatically added to your account after purchasing a new device (valid through June 20th, 2026, 11:59pm PST - Terms and Conditions apply). Our newer Kindle devices bring meaningful improvements in screen quality, performance and accessibility — and you'll have access to your complete Kindle library and the Kindle Store. You can also continue to read all your books on our free Kindle apps (Android, iOS, Mac, and PC) and Kindle for Web. If you have any questions or require assistance, please visit https://www.amazon.co.uk/help/kindle/devicedeprecation. Sincerely, The Kindle Team Please note: This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address that cannot accept incoming e-mail. Please do not reply to this message. You can identify your Kindle E-reader device by following instructions here. Amazon.co.uk is a trading name for Amazon EU Sarl, for Amazon Europe Core Sarl and for Amazon Media EU Sarl, all of which have their registered office at 38 avenue John F. Kennedy, L-1855 Luxembourg. ©2026 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon and all related marks are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon.co.uk

Today, 01:49 AM	#2
DNSB Bibliophagist Posts: 51,126 Karma: 179232776 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vancouver Device: Kobo Sage, Libra Colour, Lenovo M8 FHD, Paperwhite 4, Tolino epos	So basically, KFX is the only format Amazon will deliver to a device in the near future. Also see the Amazon discontinuing support for older Kindles in May in the Amazon Kindle forum. Last edited by DNSB; Today at 01:51 AM.

Today, 11:05 AM	#9
Badcatalex I draw. Posts: 132 Karma: 4278578 Join Date: Mar 2021 Location: Midwestern US Device: K1, K4B, KPW3, KOA3, KF7 (2019)	Don't know why they included the Kindle 1 in the email, since it already lost the ability to have new Kindle books added after Download & Transfer via USB was removed, and hasn't been able to be registered with an Amazon account since 2022 as a result of the Sprint 3G network shutdown. Last edited by Badcatalex; Today at 11:17 AM. Reason: Clarification.

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Today, 02:47 AM	#3
Josieb1 Grand Sorcerer Posts: 5,148 Karma: 18051118 Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: UK Device: Kindle Scribe, Coloursoft, PW SE, Kindle 6, Kobo Libra Colour, Libra 2	I was just about to post this too. I have the email. I’m in the UK.

Today, 04:00 AM	#4
DrNefario Wizard Posts: 2,264 Karma: 12083538 Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: UK Device: Kindle, Kobo Touch, Nook SimpleTouch	Hmm. Maybe I should try to get some charge into my old KB and fill it up.

Today, 09:37 AM	#6
curtw Outside of a dog Posts: 886 Karma: 5649300 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Houston, TX Device: Kindle Voyage	Changing the URL to ".com" shows that this is happening in the US as well, but I have not received the email. Has anyone here in the states gotten it yet?

Today, 10:28 AM	#7
ucfgrad93 Wizard Posts: 2,378 Karma: 9026681 Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Colorado Device: Kindle Paperwhite 2nd Gen	Oh, crap. This means that my Kindle Paperwhite 2nd generation is now on borrowed time. Maybe another year before it isn't supported any longer.

Today, 12:21 PM	#11
ProfJulie Evangelist Posts: 425 Karma: 890 Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: USA Device: whatever	I'm in the US and received the email today. I had already figured that this would be the last Kindle I owned and planned to convert the Kindle formatted books I had (not many) into a different format so I can read them on other devices once I replace the Kindle. I haven't purchased an eBook for myself from Amazon in a very long time. Now that most ebooks are available to purchase or borrow from my library in the ePub format, that's what I've been reading.

Today, 03:07 PM	#13
lkmiller Laura Posts: 1,639 Karma: 24000000 Join Date: Nov 2009 Device: Kobo Sage, Kobo Elipsa, Nook Glowlight 4 Plus, Kindle Oasis 2	Received the email here in the US just now since I have a Kindle Touch.

Today, 03:29 PM	#14
DNSB Bibliophagist Posts: 51,126 Karma: 179232776 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Vancouver Device: Kobo Sage, Libra Colour, Lenovo M8 FHD, Paperwhite 4, Tolino epos	I haven't received the email but changing the link to amazon.ca shows the same document. As did amazon.co.jp and a couple of other Amazon national sites. 2012年以前リリースされたKindle電子書籍リーダー

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