Will I lose my purchased audiobooks?

Technically, purchased audiobooks remain yours even after account closure. However, access through the Audible app may be restricted. Download all books to your devices before closure for backup.

What happens to my unused Audible credits?

Unused credits are forfeited when you cancel your membership or close your account. Use all credits to purchase audiobooks before cancellation.

Can I close Audible without closing my Amazon account?

Yes, Audible and Amazon accounts are linked but separate. Closing Audible doesn't affect your Amazon account or other Amazon services.

Will I get a refund for my Audible subscription?

No, Audible doesn't provide prorated refunds. You can use your membership benefits until the end of your current billing period.

Can I access Audible Plus catalog after closing my account?

No, Audible Plus/Premium Plus catalog titles are subscription benefits and become inaccessible when your membership ends or account closes.

How long does it take to close an Audible account?

Account closure is typically processed within a few business days after contacting customer service and completing verification.

Can I reopen my Audible account later?

You may be able to create a new account, but your previous library, listening history, and preferences won't be restored. Contact Audible support for account reactivation options.

How to Delete Your Audible Account - Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

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Quick Information

Time Required

5 minutes

Difficulty

easy

Steps

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Official Resources

Official Audible Help - Close Your Account

Official deletion guide from Audible

Additional Resources

[1]

Audible Privacy Notice

Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention

[2]

Audible Membership Terms

Information about membership and cancellation

[3]

Audible Conditions of Use

Legal terms regarding account closure

Step-by-Step Guide

Download Your Audiobooks

Before closing your account, download all audiobooks you own. Even after account closure, you technically retain rights to purchased books, but downloading ensures backup access. Use the Audible app to download to your devices.

Tips

•Download all library books to multiple devices
•Audiobooks purchased with credits remain yours
•Consider backing up AAX files if technically inclined
•Note that Audible Plus catalog books are not owned purchases

Warnings

•Audible Plus/Premium Plus catalog titles will become inaccessible

Cancel Audible Subscription

Cancel your Audible Plus or Premium Plus membership before closing your account. Log in to audible.com, go to Account Details, and cancel your membership. You can continue using subscription benefits until the end of the billing period.

Tips

•Cancel subscription but use until billing period ends
•Unused credits expire when you cancel
•Use all credits before cancellation to get full value
•No refunds for unused subscription time

Warnings

•Unused monthly credits will be forfeited upon cancellation

Use Remaining Credits

If you have unused Audible credits, use them to purchase audiobooks before closing your account. Credits expire when membership ends, but purchased books remain yours.

Tips

•Check your credit balance in Account Details
•Purchase books you've been wanting
•Purchased books remain accessible after account closure
•Credits cannot be refunded or transferred

Close Your Audible Account

Contact Audible customer service to close your account. You can use phone support or live chat. Audible doesn't offer self-service account closure, so you must contact support directly.

Tips

•Use live chat for faster service
•Have your account email ready
•Request confirmation of account closure
•Note that this doesn't delete your Amazon account

Warnings

•Audible requires customer service contact for account closure

Confirm Closure and Retain Access to Purchases

After Audible processes your closure request, you'll receive confirmation. Your account will be closed, but purchased audiobooks may remain accessible through your Amazon account or previously downloaded files.

Tips

•Save the confirmation email
•Downloaded audiobooks on devices may still be accessible
•Your Amazon account remains active
•Previously purchased books technically remain yours under Audible's terms

Warnings

•Library access through Audible app will be restricted

Important Warnings

Audible Plus Catalog Access Lost

All audiobooks from the Audible Plus/Premium Plus catalog will become inaccessible. Only books purchased with credits or money remain yours.

Unused Credits Forfeited

Any unused monthly Audible credits will be permanently forfeited when you close your account. Use all credits before closure.

Listening History and Progress Deleted

Your listening history, bookmarks, and progress across all audiobooks will be permanently deleted.

Wishlist and Collections Lost

Your wishlist, custom collections, and saved titles will be permanently deleted.

Membership Benefits End Immediately After Billing Period

All membership perks including monthly credits, Audible Originals access, and member pricing end when your subscription period expires.

No Self-Service Closure

Unlike many platforms, Audible requires you to contact customer service to close your account, which may take time and require phone or chat interaction.

Alternatives to Consider

Cancel Membership But Keep Account

easy

Cancel your Audible Plus/Premium Plus subscription but keep your Audible account. You'll retain access to all purchased audiobooks without monthly fees.

Pros

•Keep all purchased audiobooks
•No subscription costs
•Can buy books individually when desired
•Can rejoin membership anytime

Cons

•Lose access to Plus catalog
•No monthly credits
•Higher prices without member discount
•Account data remains on Audible

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Pause Membership Instead of Canceling

easy

Audible offers membership pauses (typically 1-3 months). This suspends billing while preserving your account, credits, and membership benefits for later.

Pros

•No charges during pause
•Keep membership benefits
•Credits and library preserved
•Can resume anytime

Cons

•Limited pause duration
•Account still active
•Pause restrictions may apply

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Switch to Alternative Audiobook Platform

easy

Download your purchased Audible books (where possible), then migrate to alternatives like Libro.fm, Scribd, or your local library's digital collection (Libby/OverDrive).

Pros

•Try different platforms
•Often support independent bookstores (Libro.fm)
•Library options are free
•Different selection and features

Cons

•Cannot transfer Audible purchases
•Different pricing models
•May have smaller catalogs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Audible customer service via phone or live chat to request account closure. Audible doesn't offer self-service account closure through the website or app.

References & Citations

[1]
Audible Privacy Notice
Official privacy policy explaining data deletion and retention
https://www.audible.com/privacy
[2]
Audible Membership Terms
Information about membership and cancellation
https://www.audible.com/mt/membership-terms
[3]
Audible Conditions of Use
Legal terms regarding account closure
https://www.audible.com/conditions-of-use

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Critical Warnings

Audible Plus Catalog Access Lost
All audiobooks from the Audible Plus/Premium Plus catalog will become inaccessible. Only books purch...
Unused Credits Forfeited
Any unused monthly Audible credits will be permanently forfeited when you close your account. Use al...
Listening History and Progress Deleted
Your listening history, bookmarks, and progress across all audiobooks will be permanently deleted....

Last Updated

November 8, 2025

Audible Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Download Your Audiobooks

Cancel Audible Subscription

Use Remaining Credits

Close Your Audible Account

Confirm Closure and Retain Access to Purchases

Important Warnings

Audible Plus Catalog Access Lost

Unused Credits Forfeited

Listening History and Progress Deleted

Wishlist and Collections Lost

Membership Benefits End Immediately After Billing Period

No Self-Service Closure

Alternatives to Consider

Cancel Membership But Keep Account

Pause Membership Instead of Canceling

Switch to Alternative Audiobook Platform

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

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