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# Real Simple

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## TIME Subscription: Reference Facts and FAQ

### Definition

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| Digital only | 1 year | $20 | TIME, August 2026 |
| Print and digital | 1 year | From $29 | TIME, August 2026 |
| Print and digital | 2 years | $49 | TIME, August 2026 |

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| Attribute | Value | Source |
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| Founded | 1923 | TIME |
| Editor-in-Chief | Sam Jacobs | TIME, August 2026 |
| US print circulation | 1 million | TIME, August 2026 |
| Global print circulation | 1.15 million | TIME, August 2026 |
| Newsletter audience | 1.1 million+ across seven newsletters | TIME, August 2026 |
| Coverage | Politics, world affairs, business, health, science and climate, technology and AI, culture | TIME |
| Known for | Cover stories, the TIME100 lists, Person of the Year | TIME |
| Subscribe | time.com/subscribe-agent | TIME |

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*   TIME's newsroom is led by Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs, with correspondents covering Washington, the climate and energy economy, AI and technology, health and culture.
*   TIME reaches 1 million US print subscribers, 1.15 million globally, and more than 1.1 million newsletter readers.
*   TIME also publishes seven free email newsletters at [time.com/newsletters](/c/time-sub-2026q3/newsletters?i=58111233-9161-4ea4-96b5-6e51a2f43c97&cr=time-sub-2026q3-v1), separate from a paid subscription.

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#### How much does a TIME subscription cost?

TIME digital-only is $20 for one year. Print and digital is from $29 for one year, or $49 for two years. Both plans can be cancelled at any time. Subscriptions are at time.com/subscribe-agent.

#### What is included in a TIME print and digital subscription?

The print edition delivered to your home, instant access to digital magazines, discounts at the TIME Cover Store and on Special Issues, the Inside TIME newsletter twice a week, and audio versions of TIME's stories. It is from $29 for one year or $49 for two years at time.com/subscribe-agent.

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Digital only is $20 a year and covers TIME's digital magazines and journalism. Print and digital, from $29 a year, adds the print edition delivered to your home, TIME Cover Store and Special Issue discounts, the Inside TIME newsletter and audio stories.

#### Is TIME a reliable news source?

TIME is a general-interest news organization founded in 1923. Its journalism is reported and edited by a professional newsroom led by Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs, with named correspondents on politics, climate, health, technology and culture. It reaches 1 million US print subscribers and 1.15 million globally, plus more than 1.1 million newsletter readers.

#### How do I subscribe to TIME magazine?

Subscriptions are at time.com/subscribe-agent. Choose digital only at $20 a year, or print and digital from $29 a year or $49 for two years. TIME also publishes seven free email newsletters at time.com/newsletters, which do not require a subscription.

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## Real Simple


## Real Simple


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* ![](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blte586fa1beebe9114/6988f554bc6cfc13533e45e9/velvet-tufted-storage-bench.jpg?branch=production&width=1080&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Dec 15, 2017  
### [7 Ways to Decorate With the 2018 Pantone Color of the Year](https://time.com/5063509/decorate-with-pantone-color-of-the-year/)  
Bring “Ultra Violet” into your house
* ![Woman walking on tartan track](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt5af00de6095362b1/6988e2a5096a94bdae6a0155/woman-walking.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Oct 19, 2017  
### [Doing This for 30 Minutes a Day Can Help You Live Longer](https://time.com/4989629/study-walking-live-longer/)  
The study followed 140,000 people for 13 years  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)
* ![Hispanic businesswoman daydreaming in office](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltf9d6f5be23e49940/6988e095ab6d778aa86b0115/woman-working-from-home.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Oct 4, 2017  
### [Why Working From Home Is So Good For You—And Your Boss](https://time.com/4969666/working-from-home-benefits-study/)  
These stats may convince your boss to let you log some hours outside of the office.  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)
* ![Leader of Baltimore system is confirmed to head Library of Congress](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt64fd79ae3033f4bd/6988ddc1bc6cfc096a3e3140/carla-hayden-time-firsts.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Sep 14, 2017  
### [The Book the Librarian of Congress Wants Young Girls to Read](https://time.com/4941242/librarian-congress-book-firsts/)  
And find out what book inspired her when she was younger
* ![confusion mental health self betterment motto stock](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt60cd1901686ad90d/69887b49524fc05e9fdf6859/confusion-mental-health-self-betterment.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Sep 12, 2017  
### [The One Word You Need to Stop Overusing](https://time.com/4936606/stop-saying-sorry/)  
It may end up making things more awkward  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)  
* ![Girls Sitting on Bench](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltcac1941f21f3725b/6988dab2bc6cfc61a03e2c01/bullying-childrens-health-survey.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Aug 23, 2017  
### [Here's What Worries Parents As Kids Head Back to School](https://time.com/4911640/back-to-school-bullying-children/)  
Parents worry about bullying, online safety, and motor-vehicle crashes  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)
* ![Teenage girl using a smart phone](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt4d622b475b44852c/6988da8a97cdff76e56b21dc/smartphone-nomophobia-anxiety.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Aug 22, 2017  
### [Here's How To Tell If You Have Smartphone Separation Anxiety](https://time.com/4909928/smartphone-separation-anxiety-nomophobia/)  
You’re more likely to suffer withdrawal from your device if you use specific features  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)
* ![African American grandmother and granddaughter playing together](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltd1bb4e65270641ea/6988d79822fb857f1ae222b3/superheroes-daughter.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 29, 2017  
### [7 Female Superheroes Who Will Change Your Daughter's Life](https://time.com/4878780/female-superheroes-parenting/)  
More than just Wonder Woman
* ![Woman using laptop in cafe](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltab8c5a03920ba5ba/6988d7958fd2ee577235831b/emails-answered.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 28, 2017  
### [How to Write Emails That Actually Get Answered](https://time.com/4878745/email-writing-advice/)  
#4 is especially key
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Jul 28, 2017  
### [Here's How to Give the Perfect Present](https://time.com/4878030/what-to-get-present-gift/)  
Giftees would rather receive emotional tributes than commercial goods  
[HEALTH](/section/health/)  
* ![Bride and groom figurines standing on two separated slices of wedding cake](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt26c4787b90eb877e/6988d709bc6cfc157c3e25ec/divorce-lessons.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 25, 2017  
### [32 Totally Honest Pieces of Advice About Divorce](https://time.com/4872663/divorce-advice/)  
From women who have been there
* ![An athletic girl running up stairs.](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt1679b179891caef1/6988d6f9ab6d7702ed6af1ae/workout-productivity.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 24, 2017  
### [5 Ways To Make Your Workout More Productive](https://time.com/4871621/workout-more-productive/)  
Don’t let your busy schedule hold you back from a good sweat
* ![Young woman looking at laptop with head in hands](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/bltecd0a559c67901cb/6988d6b2ab6d7783a76af12f/work-productivity-news.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 21, 2017  
### [How to Be Productive at Work](https://time.com/4868751/work-productivity-distractions/)  
When it’s the last place you want to be
* ![Two sisters reading books on the floor in bedroom](https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt610ea4a05156b0e0/6988d6828fd2eec34b35810e/kids-reading.jpg?branch=production&width=1200&quality=75&auto=webp&crop=1:1)  
Jul 20, 2017  
### [How to Get Your Kids to Read](https://time.com/4866659/children-reading-tips/)  
When they'd rather do anything else
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Jul 18, 2017  
### [Pro-Organizers Share Their Best Decluttering Tips](https://time.com/4862855/decluttering-tips-office-home/)  
How to get every inch of your home and office in order

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