What is Kindle Unlimited Kindle Unlimited is a subscription service that lets you read as many eBooks, magazines, and audiobooks as you read for a month. But if you’ve determined that the service isn’t for you, canceling your membership is a simple process. In this guide, we will show you how to cancel Kindle Unlimited on all the devices and answer the frequently asked questions afterward.
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Understanding Kindle Unlimited Membership:
Before you go ahead and cancel, let’s do a quick recap of what a Kindle Unlimited membership is:
- Monthly Subscription Fee: $11.99/month (varies by region)
- Content Access: Unlimited eBooks, audiobooks, and digital magazines.
- Limitations: You can borrow up to 20 titles at a time, and you must return them to borrow new titles.
- Auto-Renewal: Members are automatically renewed unless canceled.
- If you’ve chosen to opt-out, here’s how.
Step-by-Step Guide to Cancel Kindle Unlimited:
1- Canceling via Amazon Website
- Go to Your Amazon Account: In your browser, go to Amazon’s site.
- Go to Your Account Settings:
- Click the “Account & Lists” menu in the upper-right corner.
- Choose Memberships & Subscriptions from the menu.
- Locate Kindle Unlimited:
- Scroll through your list of active subscriptions until you see “Kindle Unlimited.”
- Next to it click on Manage Subscription.
- Select Cancel Membership:
- Click Cancel Kindle Unlimited Membership on the next page.
- Amazon will prompt for confirmation and might display offers to keep your subscription.
- Confirm Cancellation:
- Answer the prompts to validate your choice.
- You will still be able to use Kindle Unlimited until the end of your current billing cycle.
2- Canceling via the Kindle App
If you would rather use the Kindle app:
- Access the Kindle App: Open it from your smartphone or tablet.
- Access Account Settings:
- Open the app, then tap on the Menu (three horizontal lines or dots).
- Choose on Account Settings or Memberships (it will depend on the app).
- Manage Subscriptions:
- Find the Kindle Unlimited section.
- Select Cancel Membership and then confirm your selection.
3- Canceling on Mobile Browsers
If you’re on a mobile browser, the steps resemble the desktop process:
- Fire up the browser and head over to Amazon’s site.
- Go to “Memberships & Subscriptions” in your account.
- Follow the desktop cancellation process.
What Happens When You Cancel?
Here are a few things to keep in mind after you’ve canceled:
- Until End Of Billing Cycle: You can keep reading or listening to whatever you had a subscription to until the end of your current subscription period.
- Borrowed Titles: All borrowed Kindle Unlimited titles will no longer appear in your library at the end of your billing period.
- Purchased Books: Books you purchased separately will stay in your account.
- Restarting Membership: You can restart Kindle Unlimited anytime if you have a change of heart.
Conclusion
You can easily cancel your Kindle Unlimited membership in just a few steps. Whether you choose to use Amazon’s website, the Kindle app, or a mobile browser, the service makes the process relatively user-friendly. Keep in mind that, even after canceling, you can always return to Kindle Unlimited if you find it a service you want to use again.
If you still have questions or run into trouble canceling, just reach out to Amazon’s customer service.
FAQ
1. Can I cancel Kindle Unlimited immediately?
You can cancel anytime, but you’ll continue to have access until the end of your current billing cycle. Refunds are not typically offered for unused time.
2. Can I cancel Kindle Unlimited through customer service?
Yes, you can contact Amazon’s customer service for assistance. They will guide you through the process or cancel the subscription for you.
3. Will I lose my purchased books if I cancel?
No, books that you’ve purchased (not borrowed through Kindle Unlimited) will remain in your library.