How to Pay Your Plain Dealer Bill Online

The Plain Dealer is a daily newspaper that serves Cleveland and northeast Ohio. If you subscribe to home delivery of The Plain Dealer or purchase digital access, you’ll need to pay your Plain Dealer bill periodically. Here’s a step-by-step guide to paying your Plain Dealer bill conveniently online.

Why Paying Online Is Best

Paying your Plain Dealer subscription bill online is the quickest, easiest way to keep your account in good standing. The benefits of paying online include:

• Convenience – Pay anytime, anywhere with an internet connection Avoid mailing bills and checks

• Speed – Online payments post to your account almost instantly Mailed payments can take over a week.

• Security – Online payments are more secure than mailing checks.

• AutoPay – Set up recurring automatic payments from your bank account.

• Paperless – Go green by reducing paper bills and checks.

• Rewards – Some credit cards provide rewards points for online bill payments.

• Records – Online payment history makes it easy to track and reconcile payments.

• Confirmation – Get instant payment confirmation via email.

• Customer Service – Online account management provides quick access to customer support.

How to Pay Your Plain Dealer Bill Online

Paying online only takes a few minutes. Follow these steps:

1. Go to https://www.cleveland.com/myaccount/ and click “Sign In” at the top.

2. Enter your email and password and click “Sign In” to access your account.

3. Click “Make a Payment” from the menu.

4. Select your payment method: credit/debit card or bank account. Enter details.

5. Enter the payment amount and click “Continue.” Verify payment details.

6. Check the authorization box and click “Submit Payment” to complete.

You’ll receive instant email confirmation of your payment. The amount will be immediately credited to your account balance.

Setting Up Plain Dealer AutoPay

For maximum convenience, sign up for AutoPay through your Plain Dealer online account. With AutoPay:

• Your bill is paid automatically each billing cycle.

• Payments are made from your credit card or bank account.

• You save time by not having to manually pay each month.

To enable AutoPay:

1. Log into your Plain Dealer account.

2. Click on “AutoPay” under the “My Profile” section.

3. Select payment account and click “Submit.”

4. Agree to AutoPay terms and click “Confirm.”

You can cancel or change AutoPay anytime through your online account. AutoPay ensures you never miss a payment or deal with late fees.

What If I Don’t Have an Online Account?

If you don’t have a Plain Dealer online account set up, you can easily create one:

1. Go to https://www.cleveland.com/myaccount/ and click “Sign Up” at the top.

2. Enter your email, name, zip code, and password. Agree to terms.

3. Verify via email confirmation message. Then log in to manage your account.

With your online account, you can review billing history, make one-time payments, set up AutoPay, access articles, manage newsletters, and more.

Other Ways to Pay Your Bill

If you prefer not to pay online, The Plain Dealer offers other payment options:

• Mail: Send check or money order payable to The Plain Dealer to PO Box 768431, Dallas, TX 75376-8431. Allow 7-10 days for processing.

• Phone: Call 1-844-900-6397 to pay your bill via automated system or customer service agent.

• In Person: Visit The Plain Dealer office at 1801 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH 44114 during business hours to pay with cash, check, or credit card.

However, online payments or AutoPay remain the easiest and most convenient ways to pay your Plain Dealer bill. Sign up through your account today to simplify bill payment.

Managing Your Plain Dealer Account

Your free online account allows you full control over your Plain Dealer subscription. You can:

• Check account balance and billing date
• View payment history
• Change delivery address
• Place delivery holds for vacation
• Report missed deliveries
• Upgrade or downgrade subscription
• Pause/resume subscription
• Redeem gift cards
• Access subscriber-only articles
• Manage newsletter subscriptions
• Update personal info and password
• Set up paperless billing

Access all these features whenever needed through your Plain Dealer online account dashboard after signing in.

Get Online Account Assistance

If you need help with your Plain Dealer online account, our customer service team is available:

• Email: [email protected] (include account email address)

• Live Chat: Click the chat icon on any Plain Dealer page

• Phone: Call 1-844-900-6397 (automated or agent support available)

• Twitter: Tweet @theplaindealer

• FAQ: Visit the Plain Dealer online account FAQ page

Signing up for your Plain Dealer online account unlocks easy access to your subscription information and convenient digital management. Paying your bill online takes just minutes and keeps your access uninterrupted. Manage your subscription seamlessly through your online dashboard.