As a PEOPLE VIP member, you don't have to wait for the mail or newsstand arrival to catch up on the latest pop culture news, celebrity interviews, and human interest stories. Every week, your VIP membership gives you exclusive early access to the complete digital issue of PEOPLE Magazine inside the PEOPLE App—a full two days before the print magazine hits shelves!

When does the new issue become available?

New issues of PEOPLE are released in the app every Wednesday morning. While print issues arrive in mailboxes and on newsstands later in the week, VIP members can start reading instantly on Wednesday.

How to access your early digital issue:

1. Open the PEOPLE App on your mobile device.
2. Make sure you are signed in using the email address associated with your PEOPLE VIP membership.
3. Tap the Magazine tab or featured cover story on the home screen.
4. Select the current issue to start reading immediately—anytime, anywhere!

Do I get early digital access if I have the PEOPLE VIP + Print plan?

Yes! Both PEOPLE VIP (Digital) and PEOPLE VIP + Print plans include full, immediate access to early digital issue releases in the PEOPLE App every Wednesday.

If you hold a PEOPLE VIP + Print membership, you can enjoy reading the digital issue on your phone or tablet on Wednesday while your physical magazine makes its way to your mailbox!

Having trouble opening the new issue?

• Verify Sign-In: Ensure you are logged into your active VIP account. You can check your account status by navigating to Settings Subscriptions.
• Update Your App: Make sure you're running the latest version of the PEOPLE App from the App Store or Google Play Store to ensure smooth reading performance.

Need extra help? Reach out to our team anytime at vipsupport@people.com or submit a request through our online Support Form.