Cancel GuidesLast updated: June 2026

How to Cancel Audible — Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Pricing reminder

You're paying $7.95/month (Plus — Audible Originals only) or $14.95/month (Premium Plus — 1 credit/month for any audiobook). Annual plans available at $149.50.

Cancel on Web (audible.com)

  1. 1

    Sign in at audible.com.

  2. 2

    Hover over your name (top-right) > Account Details.

  3. 3

    Click Cancel Membership at the bottom of the page.

  4. 4

    Audible may offer to pause your membership for 1-3 months — say no to fully cancel.

  5. 5

    Continue through the retention offers (discounted month, free credits) until you reach Cancel Membership.

  6. 6

    Confirm.

Cancel on iPhone (Apple-billed)

  1. 1

    Open Settings > your name > Subscriptions.

  2. 2

    Tap Audible.

  3. 3

    Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm.

What happens after cancellation

  • All audiobooks you've used credits to purchase stay in your library forever.

  • Unused credits expire 6 months after cancellation — use them before cancelling if possible.

  • Audible Originals and Plus Catalog access ends at the billing period close.

  • You can still download and play purchased audiobooks via the Audible app, even on the free tier.

Will I lose my data, playlists, or history?

Audible (Amazon) retains your library, listening progress, bookmarks, and notes indefinitely as part of your Amazon account. Unused credits are forfeit 6 months after cancellation. Purchased books stay accessible via app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1What happens to my unused Audible credits when I cancel?

Unused credits are usable for 6 months after cancellation. After that, they expire. Always spend remaining credits before cancelling — credits can be used on any audiobook including high-priced ones, so this is real money.

Q2Can I pause Audible instead of cancelling?

Yes. Audible offers a 1-3 month pause without losing credits or library access. Find this option during the cancellation flow — Audible shows it before the final cancel confirmation.

Q3Do I get to keep audiobooks I bought with credits?

Yes. Audiobooks purchased with credits or cash are yours forever — they stay in your library and remain downloadable in the Audible app even after cancelling Premium Plus.

Q4What's the cheapest way to listen to audiobooks after Audible?

Libby (free, uses your library card) — most libraries offer audiobook checkouts. LibroFM ($14.99/mo, supports indie bookstores). Google Play Books (no subscription, pay per book). Spotify Premium ($11.99/mo) includes 15 hours of audiobooks/month.

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