Kindle E-Reader Device Software Security Updates
Kindle E-Readers receive guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase on our websites.
The security of your device is a top priority. Your Kindle E-reader receives guaranteed software security updates until at least four years after the device is last available for purchase on our websites. After that time, we strive to provide software security updates for as long as we can (subject to technical and other limitations).
The table below shows software security update periods for Kindle e-reader devices that are currently available for purchase on our websites. If you already own a Kindle e-reader, visit Manage Your Devices for information specific to your device.
| Amazon Kindle | Software Security Updates at Least Through |
|---|---|
| Kindle Scribe, 16GB, Premium Pen, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Scribe, 32GB, Premium Pen, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Scribe, 64GB, Premium Pen, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Colorsoft Generation 12, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Generation 12, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Signature Generation 12, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Kids Generation 12, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Generation 11, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Kids Generation 11, 2024 Release |
31 December, 2029 |
| Kindle Generation 11, 2022 Release |
31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Kids Generation 11, 2022 Release | 31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Generation 11, 2021 Release | 31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Signature Edition Generation 11, 2021 Release | 31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Kids Generation 11, 2021 Release | 31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Generation 10, 2019 Release | 31 December, 2026 |
| Kindle Oasis Generation 10, 2019 Release | 31 December, 2028 |
| Kindle Kids Generation 10, 2019 Release | 31 December, 2026 |
| Kindle Paperwhite Generation 10, 2018 Release | 31 December, 2026 |
Please note this is not a guarantee as to how long your Kindle e-reader device will last. More information about your Kindle e-reader and its applicable warranty can be found here: Amazon Device Warranty.
FAQs
- Q. What does "last available for purchase" mean?
- A. Availability for purchase on our websites refers to when the device is being sold by Amazon (excluding third-party sellers) as a new unit on amazon.com or international equivalents of this site.
- Q. How long will my device last?
- A. Amazon devices are built to last, but there may come a time when you want to trade in or recycle your device. visit our recycling page to view any available trade-in or recycling options for your device.
