In my years as an audiophile and self-proclaimed Audible power user, I have listened to hundreds of audiobooks across genres and authors. But costs started to pile up. Even as a bookworm, there were times I needed to cancel Audible to save money.
If you find yourself in the same boat – loving Audible but unable to justify the monthly charges – this comprehensive guide will walk you through how to cancel your Audible membership step-by-step.
We‘ll also discuss common reasons for cancellation, alternatives to outright quitting Audible, and answers to frequently asked questions about the cancellation process. My goal is to provide everything you need to smoothly handle an Audible membership cancellation.
Why Readers Cancel Their Audible Subscriptions
First, what motivates people to stop their Audible membership in the first place? From my experience, here are the most common triggers:
Cost Savings
At $14.95 per month, the cost starts to add up over time. And that‘s just for 1 audiobook credit! Upgrading to 2-3 credits per month raises prices further. If your budget gets tight, canceling Audible may be a quick way to save.
Underutilization
With an Audible Plus or Gold monthly plan, you pay whether you use the credits or not. If you aren‘t listening enough to justify the fees, canceling when you hit a lull in usage can avoid wasting money.
Switching Services
Competing book apps like Scribd offer audiobooks without credits for $8.99 monthly. Cheaper alternatives lead some readers to quit Audible.
Downsizing Subscriptions
In today‘s economy, many consumers trim unnecessary subscriptions. If Audible falls lower on your priority list, cancellation may be the right choice.
Step-By-Step Audible Cancellation Walkthrough
Ready to take the plunge and cancel your Audible membership? As an long-time Audible user now turned podcaster, I have cancelled my personal Audible account several times over the years.
So I can walk you through the cancellation process with step-by-step precision:
Step 1: Navigate to Audible.com
First, open your preferred internet browser and go to www.audible.com. Once there, click login and enter your account credentials:
Your Audible login is the same as your Amazon login
After logging in, you will see your Audible library dashboard.
Step 2: Access Account Details
Next, open the drop-down menu underneath your username in the top right corner. Click on Account Details:
This will launch your Account Details dashboard. On the left sidebar, locate and open up the Your Membership section.
Here you can see credit amounts, billing date, and plans.
Step 3: Click "Cancel Membership"
Under Your Membership, click the orange Cancel Membership button as shown:
Once clicked, you will be taken to the cancellation confirmation page.
Step 4: Confirm Cancellation
On the next screen, Audible will offer some alternatives to outright cancellation:
We will discuss pausing/switching plans later. To cancel Audible now, scroll down and click No, continue cancellation.
This will initiate the final cancellation survey.
Step 5: Take Cancellation Survey (Optional)
On this page, you will see a short survey asking why you are cancelling Audible:
Filling this out is optional. Once done (or if you skip it), click Continue cancellation at bottom .
Step 6: Finish Cancelling Membership
Almost there! On the final cancellation verification page, click the Finish cancelling orange button:
Step 7: Use Any Remaining Credits
If you still have unused Audible credits in your account balance, quickly grab any last audiobooks now! Credits will vanish when billing period finishes.
And that‘s it – you have officially cancelled your Audible membership by following these 7 simple steps. Well done!
What Happens After Cancelling Audible?
Now that you‘ve cancelled, here is an overview of impacts to your account:
- Credits forfeited – Any unused will expire at billing cycle end
- Charges stopped – No future Audible bills (except maybe one final charge)
- Library intact – All previously purchased audiobooks still accessible
- App functions – Can still play audiobooks from library after cancelling
- Profile saved – Your account and personal data will remain
Essentially, you lose future access to new credits but retain your full library history and app functionality.
Below I compare some key membership features before/after cancellation:
| Membership Feature | Active Member | Cancelled Member |
|---|---|---|
| Credits per month | Yes | No more credits |
| Audiobook purchases | Unlimited | Library only |
| App listening | Yes | Yes |
| Completed library downloads | Lifetime access | Lifetime access |
| Member pricing | Yes | No |
Pausing vs. Cancelling Audible
When going through the cancellation process, Audible will offer you alternatives to completely closing your account:
Let‘s compare pausing vs fully cancelling your membership:
| Action | Pause Membership | Cancel Membership |
|---|---|---|
| Credits | Unused credits paused | Remaining credits lost after billing cycle ends |
| Library | Keep all books | Keep all books |
| Charges | No charges until unpaused | No charges going forward |
| Resume later? | Yes, easily pick up where you left off | Need to reopen a brand new account |
Key takeaway – Pausing allows you to take a temporary break while retaining your credits balance history for easy restarting. Fully canceling closes your account more permanently.
Choose based on whether you might return to Audible again soon! Both options stop payments in the meantime.
Frequently Asked Audible Cancellation Questions
When I helped my friend Alicia cancel her Audible last month to cut expenses, she still had lots of questions about specifics of ending her membership.
Here I‘ve compiled answers to the most common Audible cancellation FAQs:
What happens to my unused Audible book credits if I cancel mid-cycle?
Unfortunately leftover credits expire and disappear at the end of your current billing period when cancelling Audible. So redeem credits ASAP!
Can I still access audiobooks I already paid for if I cancel my Audible membership?
Yes absolutely! Cancelling does NOT make you lose access to already downloaded audiobooks purchased with credits or cash during your membership. Think of them like permanent library books.
How can I cancel Audible when I only use the mobile app on my iPhone?
Major catch – you cannot actually cancel or even pause Audible subscriptions through the mobile apps! Managing account changes like cancellation requires logging into the full Audible.com website.
If I cancel Audible now, could I reopen my same account with credits history intact later on?
Unfortunately no. Canceling completely closes your existing membership. Pausing instead allows you to save your place for easier reactivation. Reopening would require a brand new account.
Have additional questions before deciding whether to cancel your Audible subscription? Feel free to ask me in the comments section below!
Enjoy Your Library & Happy Listening
In closing, I applaud you for taking control of your Audible membership expenditures and making changes to suit your current financial situation – even popular services must get axed sometimes in our evolving lifestyles.
I hope this step-by-step guide gave you the confidence and details needed to successfully cancel Audible via the website in under 5 minutes. Remember to use any last credits ASAP!
Now you can relax and enjoy your existing Audible library without monthly charges going forward. Let me know if you have any other Audible account questions! For now, happy listening to your finished book downloads.
