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    Amazon is officially ending its long-running Prime Invitee Program, forcing members to shift to Amazon Family accounts if they wish to continue sharing benefits. The change takes effect on October 1, 2025, marking the end of a program that has been active since 2008.

    What’s Changing?

    For years, the Prime Invitee Program allowed users to share fast shipping and other Prime perks with people outside their household. This meant members could split costs with friends or family, even if they lived in different locations.

    However, starting October 1, Amazon will restrict sharing to household members only. Anyone outside the home will need to purchase their own Prime membership. Impacted users are already receiving emails about the change, with a limited-time offer of $14.99 for a one-year subscription (usually $139 annually).

    The Amazon Family Alternative

    Amazon now directs users toward Amazon Family accounts (previously called Amazon Household). This setup is free and allows:

    • One additional adult account
    • Up to four child profiles

    Benefits include:

    • Free and fast delivery
    • Access to Prime Video, Amazon Music, and exclusive deals
    • Select digital content (eBooks, audiobooks, games)
    • Discounts like Grubhub+ and fuel savings at bp, Amoco, and participating ampm locations

    Why the Shift Matters

    This move signals Amazon’s intent to tighten account sharing and encourage individual subscriptions, much like streaming platforms Netflix and Disney+ have done recently. For businesses and households, it means:

    • Households save more by consolidating under Amazon Family.
    • Individuals pay more if they were previously sharing with non-household members.
    • Amazon strengthens loyalty among paying subscribers while reducing revenue leaks from shared accounts.

    What Users Should Do Next

    If you’ve been relying on Prime Invitee access:

    1. Set up Amazon Family if members live in the same household.
    2. Claim the $14.99 offer before it expires if you need your own Prime membership.
    3. Prepare before October 1 to avoid disruptions in shipping and content access.

    Conclusion

    Amazon’s decision to end Prime Invitee account sharing is a strategic move to boost revenue and promote Amazon Family as the standard for benefit sharing. While it may frustrate some users, it aligns with broader industry trends in subscription management. For professionals and households alike, the message is clear: adapt now to maintain uninterrupted access to Prime’s suite of services.

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