HP Instant Ink: How it Works, Plans, and Enrollment
Save money and time, and avoid last‑minute ink runs. HP Instant Ink is a page‑based subscription that automatically delivers ink before you run out. Choose a plan by how much you print each month, not how much ink you use.
Sign up and pick a plan
Choose a plan based on how often you print. Plans start at $1.79/month.
Start printing
Every printed page counts the same toward your monthly allowance—color photos and black & white documents cost the same per page.
Ink ships when low
Your printer securely monitors ink levels and HP ships replacements before you run out. Shipments are triggered by usage, not on a fixed monthly schedule.
Recycle made easy
Prepaid envelopes are included so you can return used cartridges through the HP Planet Partners program.
Change or cancel anytime
Adjust your plan or cancel online with no penalties. If you print more than your plan includes, extra sets of 10–15 pages are $1.50 (pages per set vary by plan).
Plans and pricing
Pick the monthly plan that fits your printing needs. You can change plans at any time.
Up to 10 pages — $1.79/month
Up to 50 pages — $5.49/month
Up to 100 pages — $7.99/month
Up to 300 pages — $15.99/month
Up to 700 pages — $31.99/month
Extra pages: Automatic top‑ups are sold in sets of 10–15 pages for $1.50 (set size varies by plan).
Explore Instant Ink plans or get started now.
Why choose Instant Ink
Simple, predictable costs
Pay by pages printed. Color and black & white cost the same per page, so you can print high‑resolution photos without surprise ink bills.
Convenience
Ink arrives before you need it—no store trips or manual reorders.
Potential savings
Many customers save up to 50% versus buying traditional cartridges.
Sustainability
Larger, high‑yield cartridges use less packaging, and prepaid recycling makes returns easy. Learn more about HP Planet Partners.
Compare ink options
HP ink cartridges
Manual ordering
Pay full price per cartridge
Standard size; buy more often
Recycle at local retail or via HP Planet Partners
HP Instant Ink
Automatic refills when you’re low
Pay by pages; save up to 50%
Long‑lasting, high‑yield cartridges
Change plans or cancel anytime
Recycling included
Paper add‑on (optional)
Never run out of paper. Add responsibly sourced 8.5" x 11", 20 lb, 96 Bright HP Paper to your plan in 1‑ or 3‑ream kits (availability varies by ink plan). You can change, pause, or cancel the paper add‑on anytime.
1) Check compatibility
Most Wi‑Fi enabled HP printers from the last 5 years are eligible. Not sure? Check your printer.
2) Pick a plan
Choose the monthly page allowance that matches your typical printing.
3) Create your account
Enroll online on the HP Instant Ink site.
4) Install Instant Ink cartridges
You’ll receive a Welcome Kit in 7–10 days. Install the included Instant Ink cartridges to activate service. Your next shipment is triggered automatically when ink runs low.
Will Instant Ink work for my printer?
Instant Ink works with nearly all HP printers 5 years old or newer with Wi‑Fi. Check eligibility.
How soon will I get my ink?
Your Welcome Kit arrives in about 7–10 days after registering. Replacement cartridges ship when your printer is low, not monthly.
Can I change or cancel my plan?
Yes. Change or cancel online anytime. Plan upgrades usually take effect immediately; downgrades and cancellations take effect after your current billing period. See terms.
How are extra pages billed?
If you exceed your plan, sets of 10–15 pages are $1.50 (pages per set vary by plan).
Eligible printer families (examples)
Most HP DeskJet, ENVY/ENVY Photo/ENVY Pro, OfficeJet/OfficeJet Pro, Tango, and newer models support Instant Ink. Examples include:
HP ENVY 45xx, 50xx, 55xx, 56xx, 60xx/60xxe, 61xxe, 62xx/62xxe, 64xx/64xxe, 65xxe, 71xx, 72xxe, 76xx, 78xx, 79xxe series
HP ENVY Photo and ENVY Pro families
HP OfficeJet and OfficeJet Pro 38xx, 46xx, 52xx, 57xx, 68xx, 69xx, 80xx, 81xx, 82xx, 86xx, 87xx, 90xx, 91xx, 97xx families
HP TANGO and TANGO X
For the full, most up‑to‑date compatibility list and to confirm your exact model, visit the printer compatibility page.
Notes and terms
Automatic delivery and “never run out” require an eligible HP printer that is connected to the internet, a valid payment method, an email address, and delivery service in your area.
Change or cancel anytime. Plan upgrades may take effect immediately; downgrades and cancellations take effect after the current billing period. See full terms.
Recycling availability varies by region. See hp.com/recycle.
Prices and plan details shown here reflect HP Instant Ink products and services on this page and are subject to change.
Paper add‑on: HP tracks pages printed through your subscribed printer. Paper is intended for printing on your subscribed printer; using it otherwise may result in running out before HP can replenish.
Need help? Chat with a Virtual Agent or call support at 1‑855‑785‑2777.