Read The Minimalists on Your Kindle

Reading newsletters from your email inbox can be distracting. There's a constant stream of notifications tempting you to do something else — taking you away from what you're trying to read.

Wouldn't it be great if you could read newsletters, like The Minimalists, on your Kindle, free from distractions?

You can with DriftReader — a tool that automatically sends newsletters to your Kindle.

This guide will walk you through setting up a DriftReader account so you can read The Minimalists on your Kindle.

Setup DriftReader

To start, you'll want to create a free DriftReader account which allows you to receive 10 newsletters per month.

Once you create an account, you'll be guided through our onboarding steps:

  1. Allow your DriftReader email address to send content to your Kindle.
  2. Provide your Kindle email address.

Next, you'll create a forwarding rule for The Minimalists in your email client. We'll use Gmail in this example.

Set up Gmail Forwarding (2 - 4 minutes)

1. Open Gmail Settings

Go to Gmail and click the ⚙️ Settings icon, then click See all settings.

Open Gmail Settings

2. Add Your DriftReader Forwarding Address

Navigate to the Forwarding and POP/IMAP tab and click Add a forwarding address.

Gmail Forwarding Tab

In the following pop-up add your DriftReader address

3. Confirm Your Forwarding Address

We'll automatically forward the Gmail confirmation email to your inbox. Open it and click the confirmation link inside.

Confirmation Email Example

4. Create a Filter to Forward Newsletters

Navigate to the Filters and Blocked Addresses tab and click Create a new filter.

Filters and Blocked Addresses Tab

In the "From" field, enter the email addresses of the newsletters you want to send to your Kindle and click Create filter.

Create Filter Step 1

In the next pop-up, check Forward it to and select your DriftReader email address. Click Create filter.

If you've confirmed your DriftReader email and don't see it here, try refreshing your browser.

Select Forward It in Filter

Premium Features

Want to send more than 10 newsletters per month? Upgrade to Premium for $4.99/month or $49.99/year.

Premium unlocks features like:

  • Daily and weekly newsletter aggregation for better organization.
  • AI-generated summaries so you can skim and read what matters most.

What is The Minimalists about?

What is The Minimalists about?

The Minimalists is a weekly newsletter from Joshua Fields Millburn and Ryan Nicodemus, best known for their books, podcast, and Netflix documentaries. The newsletter shares insights on simple living, intentionality, and decluttering your life — not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

Each issue offers thought-provoking ideas, essays, and updates that encourage readers to live more deliberately with less.

Why Read The Minimalists on Your Kindle?

Why read The Minimalists on your Kindle?

The Minimalists newsletter aligns perfectly with Kindle's distraction-free reading environment. Its minimalist philosophy is enhanced by Kindle’s focused, screen-light experience, allowing readers to engage deeply with each message.

If you're seeking clarity and peace through simpler living, reading this newsletter on your Kindle helps reinforce that calm, clutter-free mindset.

FAQ

I'm not receiving newsletters on my Kindle

Double-check that your DriftReader address is whitelisted in your Kindle settings and that you provided the correct Kindle email address. If issues persist, contact us at contact@driftreader.com.

What does the free tier include?

The free plan allows you to send up to 10 newsletters to your Kindle every month.

Conclusion

Your Kindle is the best place to read the newsletters you’ve subscribed to. With DriftReader, you’ll enjoy The Minimalists free from distractions and annoying notifications.