How To Activate a Kindle Paperwhite
What is a Kindle Paperwhite?
The Kindle Paperwhite is a mid-priced favorite among e-reader fans. It’s waterproof, which makes it equally great for reading at the beach and in the bath; the screen is crisp and sharp with a display that’s easy on the eyes; and the 10-week battery means you can generally go months without having to charge it.
How To Activate a Kindle Paperwhite
- Turn On Your Kindle and Select Your Language.
- Select Your Region.
- Wait for the Kindle to Restart.
- Connect to a WiFi Network.
- Log in to Your Amazon Account.
- Confirm Your Account.
- Download the Kindle App.
- Wait for the Kindle to Finish Setting Up.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I turn my Kindle Paperwhite on?
Your Paperwhite only has a single button, located at the button of the tablet near the USB-C charging port. If the Paperwhite is completely off, press and hold the button for several seconds until the screen turns on, and let it boot normally.
How do I start my Kindle for the first time?
Setup
- Identify Your Kindle E-Reader.
- Kindle E-Reader User and Quick Start Guides.
- Get Support Registering Your Kindle E-Reader.
- Download Collections to Your Kindle E-Reader.
- Deregister Your Kindle E-Reader.
- Restart Your Kindle E-Reader.
- Factory Reset Your Kindle E-Reader.
How do I register my Kindle Paperwhite device?
If you need to register your device, you’ll see the screen after you’ve set up Wi-Fi. If you have an Amazon account, tap the Use an Existing Amazon Account option. Enter your Amazon account e-mail and password. (The Kindle Paperwhite inputs its own serial number, so you don’t need to enter it.)
How do I get my Kindle Paperwhite to read?
In your Kindle book, tap the screen to show the progress bar, and then tap the Play button next to the progress bar to hear the text read aloud. To increase or decrease the reading speed of the Text-to-Speech voice, tap the Narration Speed icon.
How do I turn my Kindle Paperwhite on after charging?
Here’s how to unfreeze a Kindle Paperwhite that won’t restart:
- Plug the Kindle into power and allow it to charge.
- With the Kindle still plugged in, press and hold the power button.
- Hold the power button until the screen flashes.
- After the screen flashes, the Kindle will restart.
Why won’t my Kindle Paperwhite let me register?
Having problems registering your Kindle to your Amazon account? Incorrect device time, outdated software, or incorrect passwords are often the cause. Confirm that your device displays the correct time at the top of the screen.
What is Kindle Paperwhite used for?
The Kindle Paperwhite is a mid-priced favorite among e-reader fans. It’s waterproof, which makes it equally great for reading at the beach and in the bath; the screen is crisp and sharp with a display that’s easy on the eyes; and the 10-week battery means you can generally go months without having to charge it.
Do you have to pay for books on Kindle Paperwhite?
A Kindle is a one-time purchase. However, you will need to pay for each book you purchase on Amazon.com. Also, if you sign up for Kindle Unlimited (everything about Kindle Unlimited here), you’ll need to pay a subscription fee monthly for that.
How long should a Kindle Paperwhite hold a charge?
Amazon suggests a single charge will last roughly six weeks based on 30 minutes of reading per day with Wi-Fi switched off. Newer models can last at least a month without a charge. How do I check the battery life on a Kindle Paperwhite?
Why is my Kindle saying it is not registered?
You may come across problems registering your device or application due to outdated software or incorrect account credentials. Verify that you have the latest software version on your device.