How to cancel Audible
Quick answer: Audible hides cancellation under your Amazon account settings and pushes pauses and discounts before letting you go.
| Difficulty | Medium — Some retention hoops to jump through. |
|---|---|
| Time needed | ~5 minutes |
| Cancel via | Website, Phone |
| Category | Audio |
| Official page | Audible cancel page |
Step-by-step
- Go to audible.com on a desktop browser and sign in with your Amazon account.
- Hover your name → Account Details.
- Click Cancel membership (you may first be offered to pause for up to 3 months — decline to fully cancel).
- Choose a reason, then confirm cancellation.
- You keep any audiobooks you already own; unused credits may be lost.
⚠️ Watch out for
- Cancelling can forfeit unused credits — spend them first.
- Audible often offers 3 free months or a discount to stay; that’s retention, not a requirement.
- You cannot cancel inside the iOS/Android app — use a browser.
FAQ
Do I keep my audiobooks after cancelling Audible?
Yes — titles you purchased with credits or money stay in your library forever. Only unused credits are at risk.
Still being charged?
If Audible won’t let you cancel, send a certified cancellation letter (it’s legally binding), then dispute the charge with your bank and file an FTC complaint.
Last reviewed June 2026. Steps can change — confirm on the service’s official site.