Overview

The Subscribe with Amazon program enables sellers to offer subscription-based products and services directly to customers through the Amazon marketplace. This program agreement governs the relationship between participating sellers and Amazon, establishing the rules, responsibilities, and financial terms that apply when offering subscription listings. Understanding these terms is essential for any seller considering recurring-revenue models on Amazon's platform.

Key Points / What Sellers Need to Know

• Binding agreement — By clicking "accept" or by using the Subscribe with Amazon service, sellers enter into a legally binding contract with Amazon LLC and its affiliates. An authorized representative must accept on behalf of a business entity.
• Active account required — Sellers must maintain an active Subscribe with Amazon account to participate in the program. Account deactivation means loss of access to subscription features.
• Amazon can modify terms — Amazon reserves the right to change the program agreement at any time. Sellers are notified via updated terms on the platform or email to the registered account address.
• Product removal restrictions — Sellers generally cannot remove a subscription product from the program during the first six months after launch, with limited exceptions for discontinued products or material policy changes by Amazon.
• Amazon acts as payment agent — Amazon receives all customer payments on behalf of the seller and remits the seller's portion after deducting applicable fees and commissions.
• Tax responsibility falls on sellers — Sellers are responsible for collecting and remitting all applicable taxes on subscription transactions.

How the Program Works

The Subscribe with Amazon program allows sellers to list subscription offerings that customers can purchase and renew through the Amazon platform. Sellers must provide Amazon with access to their product information and comply with specific listing requirements outlined in the program's guidelines. Amazon handles the customer-facing transaction process, including payment collection, while sellers remain responsible for fulfilling their subscription obligations. The program uses a technology integration known as "Login with Amazon" which is governed by a separate services agreement, and in the event of any conflict between that agreement and the subscription program terms, the Login with Amazon agreement takes precedence.