How to cancel Audible
You can cancel your Audible subscription through your account settings on the Audible website or mobile app. The process takes about two minutes and does not require you to call customer service. Your access to your audiobook library ends when ready, though you keep any books you have already purchased — they remain in your library even after cancellation.
Audible does not charge a cancellation fee, and you will not be refunded for the current month if you cancel mid-cycle. If you cancel before your next billing date, you will not be charged again. The timing of your cancellation within the month does not affect when your membership ends — it ends on your next scheduled billing date.
Key Takeaways
- Cancel through your Audible account settings online or in the app by selecting "Cancel Membership" — no phone call needed.
- Your access stops when ready after cancellation, but books you own stay in your library permanently.
- You will not be charged again if you cancel before your next billing date, and there is no early termination fee.
- If you have unused monthly credits, they expire when your membership ends — Audible does not refund unused credits.
- You can reactivate your account later and restore your library without losing your books or purchase history.
Step-by-step cancellation on the website
Log into your Audible account at audible.com using your email and password. Click on your account name or profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Account Details" from the dropdown menu. Scroll down to the "Membership" section and look for the option that says "Cancel Membership" or "Manage Your Membership." Click that link.
Audible will show you a confirmation screen asking why you want to cancel. You can select a reason from the list provided — common options include "I don't listen enough," "Too expensive," or "I found another service." This step is optional; you can proceed without selecting a reason. Click "Continue" or "Cancel Membership" to finish. You will receive a confirmation email within a few minutes.
Cancelling through the Audible mobile app
Open the Audible app on your phone or tablet and tap the profile icon at the bottom right of the screen. Select "Account Settings" or "Account" from the menu. Look for "Membership" or "Subscription" and tap it. You should see an option to "Cancel Membership" — tap that button.
The app will walk you through the same confirmation process as the website. You will be asked to confirm your cancellation and may see a reason dropdown. After you confirm, your membership cancellation is complete. Check your email for a confirmation message from Audible.
What happens to your books and credits
Books you have purchased with credits or money stay in your library after cancellation. You can re-read them or listen to them again if you reactivate your account later. Your purchase history remains tied to your account permanently, even after cancellation.
Monthly credits you have not used before cancellation will expire when your membership ends. Audible does not refund unused credits as cash or store credit. If you have credits remaining, consider using them to purchase a book before you cancel, since the book will remain yours after cancellation.
Reactivating your account later
You can restart your Audible membership at any time by logging back into your account and selecting "Reactivate Membership" or "Restart Your Membership." Your library, purchase history, and wishlist will be exactly as you left them. You will not lose any books or personal settings.
When you reactivate, you will be charged the current subscription price for your plan. Audible sometimes offers discounts to returning members — you may see a promotional rate when you log in after cancellation, though this is not may provide. Your first month at the reactivation price will be charged when ready.
Timing and billing after cancellation
If you cancel on the 15th of the month and your billing date is the 20th, your membership will end on the 20th and you will not be charged. You keep full access until that date. If you cancel after your billing date has passed, your next charge will not occur, and your membership will end on the following month's billing date.
Check your account settings to see your exact billing date before you cancel. This way you know whether you will have access for another few weeks or if your access ends very soon. Audible displays this information in the "Membership" section of your account.
If you cannot find the cancel option
If the "Cancel Membership" button is not visible in your account settings, you may be logged into a different account than the one with the active subscription. Log out completely and log back in using the email address associated with your Audible subscription. Check your confirmation email from when you signed up to verify which email you used.
If you still cannot locate the cancellation option after logging in with the correct account, Audible customer service can cancel for you. You can reach them through the "Contact Us" link at the bottom of the Audible website, or through the app's help menu. Have your account email ready when you contact them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I lose my books if I cancel?
No. Books you purchased with credits or money remain in your library permanently. You can read and listen to them again if you reactivate your account, or access them through your library even after cancellation ends. Your purchase history is tied to your account forever.
Can I get a refund for my current month?
Audible does not refund the current month's subscription fee if you cancel mid-cycle. You keep access until your next billing date. If you want to avoid being charged again, cancel before that date arrives.
What happens to my wishlist and bookmarks?
Your wishlist, bookmarks, and listening history stay saved to your account after cancellation. If you reactivate later, everything will be there. Bookmarks in books you own remain accessible even while your membership is inactive.
Can I pause my subscription instead of cancelling?
Audible does not offer a pause or freeze option. Your only choices are to keep your membership active or cancel it. If you want to stop paying temporarily, you must cancel and reactivate later when you are ready to listen again.
How long does it take for cancellation to go through?
Cancellation is when ready once you confirm it. Your access ends right away, though you will keep your books. You should receive a confirmation email within a few minutes. Your next billing charge will not occur.