# Amazon is ending support for five years' worth of Kindles and Fire devices.

*genai · news · 2026-04-08 · Lifehacker*

## Key points

- Amazon will end Kindle Store access for devices released in 2012 or earlier on May 20, 2026.
- Affected devices include the first-generation Kindle, Kindle DX, Kindle Keyboard, and early Kindle Fires.
- Users will not be able to purchase, borrow, or download new content on these older devices.
- If deregistered or factory reset, these devices cannot be re-registered or used in any way.
- Amazon will offer affected users 20% off new Kindles and a $20 ebook credit until June 20, 2026.

**Companies:** Amazon
**Countries:** United States

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