About Amazon
Amazon was founded in 1994 by Jeff Bezos in Bellevue, Washington, originally as an online bookstore. Over three decades, it has grown into the world's largest online retailer and one of the most influential technology companies on the planet. Today, Amazon offers more than 300 million products across every conceivable category — from electronics and fashion to groceries, furniture, automotive parts, and digital content — serving hundreds of millions of customers in the United States and around the world.
Amazon Prime, launched in 2005, has become the cornerstone of the Amazon shopping experience. For $139 per year (or $14.99/month), Prime members enjoy free two-day shipping on eligible items, free same-day and one-day delivery in 90+ metro areas, access to Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, Prime Gaming, and exclusive early access to deals during events like Prime Day and Prime Big Deal Days. Amazon also operates Whole Foods Market, Amazon Fresh grocery delivery, Amazon Pharmacy, and the rapidly growing Amazon Haul value marketplace.
Beyond retail, Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world's leading cloud computing platform, and the company has expanded into entertainment (Amazon Studios, MGM), hardware (Echo, Fire TV, Kindle, Ring), healthcare (Amazon Pharmacy, One Medical), and logistics (a fleet of over 100 cargo aircraft and thousands of delivery vans). Amazon continues to invest in innovation, from cashierless Amazon Go stores to drone delivery and artificial intelligence, maintaining its position as a pioneer in global e-commerce.
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Amazon 2026 Sales Calendar
January
New Year Sale
Up to 40% off electronics & home
February
Valentine's Day Gifts
Up to 35% off jewelry, beauty & fashion
March – April
Big Spring Sale
Up to 50% off home, garden & electronics
May
Memorial Day Sale
Up to 45% off furniture, mattresses & grills
June
⭐ Prime Day — June 23–26
Up to 70% off sitewide — 4-day event
July
Back to School
Up to 40% off laptops, supplies & dorm
September
Labor Day Sale
Up to 40% off appliances & outdoor
October
Prime Big Deal Days
Up to 60% off — 2-day fall sale event
November
Black Friday & Cyber Monday
Up to 65% off sitewide — biggest sale of the year
Frequently Asked Questions — Amazon
1. What is Amazon Prime Day 2026 and when is it?
Amazon Prime Day 2026 is Amazon's biggest annual shopping event, running from June 23 through June 26 — making it the longest Prime Day ever at 4 full days. Exclusive to Prime members, it features millions of deals across every category with discounts up to 70% off. New deal drops happen 3 times daily at 3 AM, 12 PM, and 9 PM ET. Non-members can sign up for a free 30-day Prime trial to access all Prime Day deals.
2. How much does Amazon Prime cost?
Amazon Prime costs $139 per year or $14.99 per month. Students (ages 18–24) qualify for Prime Student at $69 per year or $7.49 per month, which includes a 6-month free trial. EBT and government assistance recipients can get Prime Access for $6.99 per month. All plans include free 2-day shipping, Prime Video, Amazon Music, Prime Reading, and exclusive deal access.
3. How do I find Amazon coupons?
Visit amazon.com/coupons to browse hundreds of clippable digital coupons organized by category. You can also look for the green "Clip Coupon" checkbox directly on product pages. For promo codes, check the deals listed on Zouton's Amazon page above. Additionally, subscribe to Amazon's daily deals newsletter and enable deal notifications in the Amazon app to catch Lightning Deals and limited-time offers.
4. Does Amazon offer free shipping?
Yes. Amazon Prime members get free shipping on all eligible items with no minimum order — including free 2-day, 1-day, and same-day delivery options depending on your location. Non-Prime customers get free standard shipping on orders of $35 or more. Amazon Fresh grocery delivery is free for Prime members on orders over $35 in eligible zip codes.
5. What is Amazon Subscribe & Save?
Subscribe & Save is Amazon's auto-delivery program that lets you schedule recurring shipments of everyday essentials like diapers, vitamins, coffee, cleaning supplies, and pet food. You save 5% on each item, or up to 15% off when you have 5 or more subscriptions in a single monthly delivery. You can skip, cancel, or change quantities at any time — there is no commitment or cancellation fee.
6. What is Amazon Warehouse?
Amazon Warehouse is a section of Amazon that sells open-box, pre-owned, and customer-returned items at discounts of 20–50% off retail prices. Every product is inspected and graded by condition (Like New, Very Good, Good, or Acceptable) with a detailed description of any cosmetic imperfections. All Warehouse purchases are covered by Amazon's standard 30-day return policy.
7. What is Amazon's return policy?
Most items purchased on Amazon can be returned within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. During the holiday season (November through December), the return window is extended through January 31. You can initiate returns online through Your Orders, and many items qualify for free return shipping. Amazon also offers drop-off returns at Whole Foods, Kohl's, Amazon Fresh, and UPS locations for added convenience.
8. Does Amazon offer student discounts?
Yes. Amazon Prime Student is available to college students ages 18–24 with a valid .edu email address. It costs $69 per year (50% off regular Prime) or $7.49 per month, and includes a free 6-month trial. Prime Student includes all standard Prime benefits plus exclusive student deals, a free GrubHub+ membership, discounts on textbooks, and special back-to-school promotions.
9. Can I use multiple coupons on one Amazon order?
Amazon typically allows only one promotional code per order. However, you can stack different types of savings on a single purchase: clip a digital coupon on the product page, enable Subscribe & Save for an additional 5–15% off, and pay with the Amazon Prime Visa for 5% cash back. During Prime Day, you can also add Lightning Deal pricing on top of clipped coupons for maximum savings.
10. How does the Amazon Prime Visa card work?
The Amazon Prime Visa (issued by Chase) earns 5% back on all Amazon.com and Whole Foods Market purchases for Prime members, 2% back at restaurants, gas stations, and drugstores, and 1% back on all other purchases. New cardholders receive a $200 Amazon gift card upon approval. There is no annual fee with an active Prime membership. Rewards are earned as Amazon points that can be applied directly at checkout or redeemed as cash back.