Subscriptions FAQs

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How often is Adbusters published?

Adbusters is published bimonthly (every two months), producing six issues a year.

When will I receive my first issue?

Your print subscription will begin with the NEXT issue of Adbusters and not the issue currently on newsstands. As we are a bi-monthly magazine, it could be up to three months before your first issue arrives. The current issue is available for order through at our culture shop.Your digital subscription will begin with the AB issue on newsstands at the time of purchase. Your bi-monthly issues will be delivered using WeTransfer to the e-mail provided at time of purchase.

Your digital subscription will begin with the AB issue on newsstands at the time of purchase. Your bi-monthly issues will be delivered using WeTransfer to the e-mail provided at time of purchase.

How long does my subscription last?

Most subscription options are for one year. You can try our Lifetime Membership or Recurring Subscription options if you want to avoid having to resubscribe every year.

How will I know when my subscription has expired?

We will notify you by email up to 2 months before your subscription expires. Please be sure to include your email address in your online order and adjust your inbox filters to ensure that you receive our emails.

What are your digital issues like?

Our digital issues are high-quality PDFs delivered via email (WeTransfer). All our PDFs are DRM-free so you can share them with your friends.

Why are the items in your store only available in US dollars?

The majority of our subscriber base is located in the the United States. If you are a Canadian subscriber, please contact us at subscriptions@adbusters.org or call 1-604-736-9401 to learn more about paying in Canadian dollars.

Do you have a student rate for subscriptions?

You can receive a Student Discount of 50% off a one-year print or digital subscription by contacting us at subscriptions@adbusters.org. You will be asked to provide your student ID number and the name of your institution.

Why should I support Adbusters?

Adbusters is one of a handful of magazines in the world that receives zero funding from advertising (print or online), corporate sponsorship or government/foundation grants. We are entirely reader-supported, allowing us to remain fiercely independent in what we do and say. We operate as a non-profit organization, which means that every dollar we raise through the sales of our magazines and other merchandise goes directly back into our campaigns and the production of the magazine. When you subscribe to Adbusters, you are joining a network of artists and activists committed to speaking truth to power around the world.

What is Adbusters' refund policy?

As a non-profit, Adbusters is unfortunately unable to take responsibility for issues lost or damaged by the postal service. At this time, we are also unable to refund cancelled subscriptions. We appreciate your understanding.