Does a printer come with ink

[Richie85]

I just received a printer on my birthday for my personal issues and my kids school projects but how do I get ink or is it supposed to come with some

[VikramTheGreat]

Hi @Richie85,

Welcome to the HP Support Community.
 

Thank you for posting your query. I will be glad to help you.

Happy belated birthday! 🎉 And congrats on your new HP printer, that’s a great gift for both personal use and your kids’ school projects.
 

Here’s what you need to know about ink for your HP printer:

Do HP Printers Come with Ink?

Yes, most new HP printers come with “setup cartridges” in the box. These are special cartridges meant for initial setup and may contain less ink than standard ones, but they’re required to complete the printer’s first-time installation

 How to Get More Ink?

You have a few options:
 

1. Buy Ink Manually

• Check your printer model (e.g., HP DeskJet, ENVY, OfficeJet, etc.).
• Buy genuine HP cartridges from:
  • HP Store
  • Amazon, Best Buy, Walmart, etc.
• Make sure the cartridge number matches your printer (e.g., HP 67, HP 63, etc.).
   

2. Sign Up for HP Instant Ink (Optional)

• HP offers a subscription service that automatically ships ink when you're running low.
• You pay based on pages printed, not ink used.
• You can sign up via the HP Smart app or during printer setup.

I hope this answers your question. If you need more help, keep us posted.

Take care, and have an amazing day!
 

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VikramTheGreat/