How Often Does Amazon KDP Pay Royalties?
Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP) is a self-publishing platform that allows authors to publish their books and earn royalties on sales. In this blog post, we’ll discuss how often Amazon KDP pays royalties, as well as the factors that affect the timing of your payments.
How Often Does Amazon KDP Pay Royalties?
Amazon KDP pays royalties on a monthly basis. Payments are made on the 15th of the month following the month in which sales were generated. For example, sales made in January will be paid on February 15th.
It’s important to note that Amazon KDP only pays royalties on sales that are actually fulfilled. This means that if a customer orders a book but cancels their order before it’s shipped, you won’t receive a royalty payment for that sale.
Factors That Affect the Timing of Your Payments
There are a few factors that can affect the timing of your Amazon KDP payments. These include:
- The country in which you live
- The payment method you selected
- The number of sales you make
If you live in a country that is not supported by Amazon KDP, your payments may be delayed. You can check the list of supported countries on the Amazon KDP website.
You can also choose to receive your payments via bank transfer, direct deposit, or check. Bank transfers and direct deposits are usually processed more quickly than checks.
Finally, the number of sales you make can also affect the timing of your payments. If you make a lot of sales in a month, your payment may be delayed while Amazon KDP processes all of the orders.
How to Check Your Royalties
You can check your Amazon KDP royalties at any time by logging into your KDP account. To do this, go to the KDP website and click on the “My Account” tab. Then, click on the “Royalties” link to view your current balance and payment history.
You can also set up email notifications to be sent to you whenever you receive a royalty payment. To do this, go to the “My Account” tab and click on the “Settings” link. Then, scroll down to the “Email Notifications” section and select the “Royalties” checkbox.
Conclusion
Amazon KDP pays royalties on a monthly basis. Payments are made on the 15th of the month following the month in which sales were generated. The timing of your payments may be affected by factors such as your country of residence, payment method, and the number of sales you make. You can check your Amazon KDP royalties at any time by logging into your KDP account.
If you have any questions about Amazon KDP royalties, you can contact Amazon KDP support.
