The News & Observer FAQs
Q: How can I contact The News & Observer?
Visit "Contact Us" link for more information.
Q: What does my subscription include?
Your subscription to The News & Observer now includes the printed newspaper and unlimited access to all content on our newspaper's website (newsobserver.com), our mobile site (m.newsobserver.com), our iPhone and Android smartphone apps, and our print replica digital edition (e-edition). The News & Observer bundles all the ways you can read our content into one All-Access package. To access your News & Observer digital access account, visit the link http://www.newsobserver.com/activate
Q: How do I log into my subscription account here the first time?
Click 'Register' in the menu bar on the left side of the screen and follow the instructions provided.
Q: What do I do if I experience problems with The News & Observer website?
If you experience a problem navigating our site, please send email to online@newsobserver.com. Describe the problem including the steps you took leading up to it, how often it occurs, and the exact text (and error number if available) of any error message you receive. Any information you can provide will help us find a solution more quickly.
Q: What if I forget my password?
If you forget your password for your News & Observer digital access account, visit the link https://account.newsobserver.com/reset-password.
Q: What options are available to me in iServices?
- Start a subscription
- Upgrade your subscription
- Place your subscription on Vacation Hold
- Report a Service Issue
- Make a one-time payment or enroll in EZPay
Enroll in EZPay (automatic renewal) through a monthly credit card charge. No more due dates to remember, no more postage and no more checks to write. Major credit cards accepted. - Tip your Carrier or donate to Newspapers In Education
- Review your subscription account history
Q: How will I be billed for my newspaper subscription?
If you enroll in EZPay, you will not receive a bill. Your credit card or bank account will be charged automatically.
If you choose to be billed through the mail, you should receive your renewal notice two to three weeks prior to your subscription expiration date. All subscription payments are due upon receipt of your renewal notice. Your subscription may be extended for a limited time (grace period) after expiration unless you notify us otherwise, except for mail subscriptions, which are stopped at expiration.
Q: If I go on vacation how will I temporarily suspend delivery of my newspaper?
Login and click on "Vacation Holds" in the menu options to notify us of your vacation stop and restart dates. If you notify us in advance, we will suspend delivery of your newspaper while you are away. You will still access to the digital news products while away. Here are some other options.
- Vacation Pack: We can have your carrier hold your papers while you are away and deliver all of them upon your return and resume delivery. (We must limit this to two weeks, however.)
- Vacation Stop with NIE Donation: You can donate the value of your newspapers to our Newspapers in Education (NIE) program, which provides funding which allows us to provide educators with copies of the newspaper (in print or digital replica) to use in the classroom.
Q: Is it necessary to call to restart my subscription after it has been temporarily suspended?
If you provide a restart date when you suspend delivery, you do not need to call again to restart your delivery. However, if the restart date has changed, or was not provided when the account was suspended, you will need to speak to a customer service representative at 1-800-522-4205.
Q: How do I report a problem with my newspaper delivery?
Log in and Click on "Delivery Feedback" in the menu options if your newspaper is missing, damaged or incomplete. Or, you may call Customer Service at 1-800-522-4205. Your account will be credited for that day's delivery or request for that day's paper be delivered with tomorrow's paper.
Customers can expect newspaper delivery by 5:30am Monday - Friday and by 7:30am on weekends in Wake County. Outside of Wake County delivery should be complete by 6:30am Monday – Friday and by 7:30 am on weekends. If you live within our redelivery area and report a problem before 11:00 am on Sundays only, we can send a replacement copy to you or you can receive credit. On days other than Sunday, we will credit your account for any missed deliveries.
Q: Are there any terms and conditions to my subscription offer?
Automatic Renewal Terms: Offer available only for non-subscribers within the home delivery area. If you respond to this offer but do not qualify for introductory pricing, we reserve the right to reject your order or prorate your subscription term to reflect current subscription pricing. Offer not valid for mail delivery. For your convenience, your subscription will automatically renew after the initial term at the current rate unless you tell us to cancel. All subscriptions include applicable sales tax. Notice of rate change will be mailed or emailed to the subscriber billing/email address prior to the rate change effective date. Any past due balance may be deducted prior to the subscription start. By providing your phone number and email address, you give The News and Observer and its vendors permission to contact you. Payments and credits will extend your expiration date. There is a one-time activation fee of $9.99 for new starts. Digital subscriptions include newsobserver.com, iPad apps, smartphone apps, mobile websites and e-Edition. Smartphone apps are not supported on all devices; does not include Kindle, or Nook edition. Digital access requires activation at newsobserver.com/activate. In 2018, all subscriptions will include delivery on New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. In 2019, all subscriptions will include delivery on Thanksgiving Day. You can cancel at any time by contacting our customer service center at 1-800-522-4205. Your subscription is subject to the Terms of Service at http://www.newsobserver.com/terms-of-service.