Amazon Prime Day 2024 is July 16-17: What you need to know, plus deals to shop now

Here's what to know and expect from this year's Amazon Prime Day sale.

Amazon Prime Day is making its annual return July 16-17.

What is Amazon Prime Day?

Prime Day is a 48-hour shopping event that gives Amazon Prime members exclusive access to deals on Amazon.com across all categories including fashion, home, kitchen products and more.

When is Amazon Prime Day 2024?

Amazon Prime Day will run from July 16 through July 17 this year, and it will be Amazon's 10th Prime Day event.

"Prime Day will take place in the following countries: Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the U.S., and the UK," the company stated.

Best Prime Day deals and what to expect

Last year's event included discounts on beauty brands such as Lancôme and Kérastase, home deals on everything from air fryers to furniture and Amazon-exclusive deals that you couldn't find anywhere else.

Amazon devices such as Echo systems, Fire TV Sticks, and Kindles have also traditionally gone on sale. It's also a great time to make purchases of electronics that you have been waiting to snag at a lower price.

There were also loads of back-to-school, fashion and tech deals.

How do I score the best deals during Prime Day?

During the sale, there will be multiple discounts to explore. Be sure to look out for what Amazon calls "Flash Deals" or "Lightning Deals," which are time-sensitive. While some items are on sale all day long, Lightning Deals will only last as long as selected products remain in stock.

What's the Audible Prime Day promotion?

Starting June 24 through July 31, Prime members have the opportunity to snag a three month extended free trial in US & CA (NA).

This membership includes a wide variety of bestsellers, new releases and unlimited listening to thousands of audiobooks, podcasts and Originals.

Do I need to have a Prime membership?

Yes, Prime Day is for Amazon Prime members only. Not a member just yet? Amazon offers a 30-day free trial of Prime membership for shoppers who want to be able to participate in Prime Day. If you are looking to make the most of this sale, signing up for a membership is the best way to go. For those online shopping lovers who are looking to save all year round, the membership is $14.99/month or $139/year. Students can register at half price for $7.49 per month.

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