Amazon has announced significant changes to its Prime membership benefits, specifically targeting the sharing of free shipping perks. Starting October 1, the company will discontinue the Prime Invitee Program, which allowed members to share their shipping benefits with others outside their household. This shift means that only individuals living at the same address as the Prime member will be able to access free shipping benefits. The move comes as part of a broader strategy to limit usage of Prime benefits to household members only, marking a significant change for many subscribers who relied on the shared shipping option. Consumers are advised to adjust their shopping habits accordingly as the deadline approaches.