How to Cancel Audible (And Keep Your Credits)

Ready to cancel your Audible subscription but worried about losing your unused credits? Good news: you can cancel without saying goodbye to your audiobooks or credits—as long as you follow the right process. Here’s a step-by-step guide to cancel Audible in 2025 while protecting your account and past purchases.

🔍 Quick Summary

TL;DR: Log into Audible on a desktop browser, go to “Account Details,” and click “Cancel Membership.” You’ll keep your audiobooks and may retain credits depending on your plan.

💻 How to Cancel Audible from a Desktop Browser

  1. Go to audible.com and log in.
  2. Click your name in the top-right > Account Details.
  3. Under Membership, click Cancel Membership.
  4. Follow the on-screen prompts—Audible will likely offer a discount or pause option.
  5. Confirm your cancellation. You'll receive an email once it's complete.

Note: You must cancel using a desktop browser. You cannot cancel through the Audible app or mobile browser.

📱 Can You Cancel Audible in the App?

No. Audible does not allow cancellations directly in the mobile app. However, you can use a desktop browser on your phone (in desktop mode) if needed.

🔁 What Happens to Your Credits and Audiobooks?

  • Purchased audiobooks: Yours to keep forever, even after cancellation.
  • Unused credits: You may lose them unless you use them before canceling (especially on the monthly plans).
  • Tip: Spend your credits on audiobooks before clicking "Cancel."

🧾 Audible Refunds and Pauses

  • You won’t be refunded automatically unless you were billed in error.
  • You can pause your membership for up to 90 days instead of canceling completely.
  • Contact Audible Support for refunds if you were charged during a free trial or by mistake.

Contact Audible Support

📦 Alternatives to Audible

  • Libby – Free audiobooks from your local library.
  • Libro.fm – Supports local bookstores and has no credit expiration.
  • Chirp – Discounted audiobooks, no subscription needed.

❓ FAQs

Will I lose my downloaded audiobooks?

No. Any book you’ve redeemed or purchased is yours to keep—even after cancellation.

Can I cancel during a free trial?

Yes. Just cancel before the end of the trial to avoid charges, and keep your free audiobook.

Do credits roll over after cancellation?

No. Unused credits usually disappear once you cancel, unless you're on certain legacy or annual plans.