How to Listen to Audiobooks on Kindle Devices

By Justin SabrinaUpdated on August 31, 2021

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“I'm looking for a way to sync iTunes audiobooks to Kindle Paperwhite for playback. Because when I did, I was told that iTunes audiobooks were not compatible with Kindle Paperwhite. If you can get around it, please tell me the tips for success.”

"How to listen to audible on Kindle devices? I am looking for a Audible converter to convert the DRM-ed Audible to MP3, is it possible to remove Audible DRM and convert audibooks to MP3 format?"

There are many people searching on Google for how to listen to audiobooks on Kindle Paperwhite, and the above is just one of the vast crowds. Amazon Kindle comes in multiple models and as an e-reader, it allows users to browse, purchase, download and read e-books, magazines and other digital media files. Kindle devices including Kindle Paperwhite are compatible with MP3 format, that is, if you need to play iTunes audiobooks on Kindle Paperwhite devices, you need to convert iTunes audiobooks to MP3 supported by Kindle Paperwhite, and then import converted books to Kindle devices for offline listening.

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However, when it comes to playing audible or iTunes audiobooks on Kindle devices, we're stuck here and can't move on. This is because some audiobooks come with DRM copyright protection technology to protect the interests of digital content owners. Audiobooks purchased from the iTunes Store and Audible websites are all within the scope of DRM encryption. As a result, they can only be played on certain specific devices or software (such as Apple iTunes). We are sorry to hear that. But please don't be discouraged. In order to make audiobooks playable on other devices such as Kindle Paperwhite, we finally released a competitive Audiobook to MP3 Converter, which is specifically used to remove DRM lock from iTunes M4B and Audible AA/AAX audiobooks, and convert audiobooks to MP3 losslessly. You can then listen to available audiobooks on your Kindle Paperwhite. How does it work? We will start a detailed analysis soon.

2 Ways to Remove DRM from Audiobooks

There are two ways to remove DRM from audibooks, if you want to convert Audible AA/AAX audiobooks, please try to UkeySoft Audible Converter (up to 700X super faster speed), if you want to convert iTunes M4B/M4P audiobooks, please try to UkeySoft Apple Music Converter (up to 16X super faster speed), for the Apple Music Converter, you need to install iTunes app and authorize with your Audible account, then add the AA/AAX files to iTunes library, make sure the iTunes can play them normal. So, if you just want to convert Audible books, we recoomend you use the UkeySoft Audible Converter.

Part 1: Remove DRM from Audible Audiobooks with UkeySoft Audible Converter

UkeySoft Audible Converter is a professional Audiobook DRM Remover and AA/AAX to MP3 Converter, it not only can strip off the DRM from Audible files, but also can convert Audible audiobooks to MP3, M4A, FLAC, AAC, AC3, AIFF, M4B, WAV, OGG and other common audio formats, you can select multiple output formats for conversion. In additional, you can alter the bitrate, sample rate, channel, and other output settings with a few clicks. What's more, if you want to update the metadata of your Audible books, the converter even builds an ID3 tag editor, which allows you edit or save audiobook information.

Different from the traditional AAX converter or iTunes audiobook converter, no need to install the iTunes app and authorize Audible account, this UkeySoft Audible Converter can remove DRM from Audible files and convert AA/AAX to MP3/M4A/FLAC, just add the Audible files to the software and click "Convert" buttton, you can get DRM-free audiobooks soon, then you can listen to audiobooks on any device without requiring any account authorization.

How to Remove Audible DRM and Convert AA/AAX to MP3

Step 1. Download and Launch UkeySoft Audible AAX/AA Converter
Download, install and run the Audible AAX/AA Converter on PC/Mac, it allows you to convert the first 3 minutes of each Audible audiobook to test its performance. Don’t need to install any extra software to assists you in completing the conversion. After launch the software, you will see as below interface.

Step 2. Add Audible Audiobooks to UkeySoft Audible Converter
Please click the ‘Add’ button, and all Audible files will show up in the new windows.

Step 3. Customize Audible Output Format
If you want to convert Audible files to MP3, please select MP3 as output format. The UkeySoft Audible Converter can also convert AA/AAX to Lossless M4A, FLAC, WAV, AAC, M4B, and other kinds of popular audio formats. If you choose Lossless format, the M4A is output format, which keep 100% original audio quality. In additional, you can also customize the bit rate, sample rate, audio channel, and so on.

Step 4. Convert Audible Books to MP3, and Other Common Formats
After that, simply press the ‘Convert’ button, this powerful Audible AA/AAX converter will convert audiobooks to MP3 or other DRM-free audio files at up to 700X speed.

After converting completed, you will get the DRM-free audiobooks, now you can listen to your converted Audible books on any devices. If you want all of the Audible audiobooks to be easily and conveniently accessed for personal use, converting Audible to DRM-free formats seems a good idea. UkeySoft Audible Converter will bring your free audiobooks.

The free trial of the program allows you to convert the first minutes of each Audible books, please free download and have a try.

Part 2:Remove DRM from iTunes/Audible Audiobooks with UkeySoft Audiobook Converter

UkeySoft Audiobook Converter is such a powerful software, it can completely stand out from the general audiobook downloader or audiobook to MP3 converter. The program is especially suitable for iTunes and audiobooks. With its help, you can easily strip DRM from purchased iTunes and Audible audiobooks and easily convert encrypted M4B / AA / AAX files into usable MP3 / M4A. 16x conversion speed, convert audiobook files with lossless quality, retain 100% ID3 tags and chapter information (title, album, year, illustration, etc.), all of which are necessary conditions for its success. Once you gain the DRM-free audiobook files, you can freely transfer audiobooke to Kindle Fire, Kindle Paperwhite or any other device for offline listening.

• Bypass DRM from iTunes & Audible audiobooks;
• Convert encrypted M4B/AA/AAX audiobooks to unprotected MP3/M4A;
• Fully preserve the chapter info in the M4A output files;
• Losslessly convert audiobooks & Up to 16X faster speed;
• All ID3 tags will be kept such as title, album, year, artwork, etc.;
• Remove DRM locks from Apple Music and iTunes M4P songs;
• Work on Windows & Mac;

How to Remove DRM from Audiobooks

Step 1. Import Audiobooks to iTunes Library
As the UkeySoft Audiobook Converter can sync audiobooks playlist on iTunes, it would be better to import your purchased iTunes/Audible audiobooks to iTunes library at first.

Step 2. Launch UkeySoft Audiobook Converter
Install and launch the UkeySoft Audiobook Converter and iTunes will be launched automatically to sync the audiobooks playlist to the Converter.

Step 3. Select Audiobooks
Find out Audiobook options from the left sidebar. Based on the batch conversion function, you are able to select all audiobooks you want to remove DRM from at one time.

Step 4. Set Output Format as MP3
Many Kindle devices support MP3, and it seems to be the best choice. You can also adjust other profile setting to custom the audio file as you like.

Step 5. Strip DRM from Audiobooks
Click "Convert" button and UkeySoft Audiobook Converter starts converting M4B/AA/AAX audiobooks to MP3 with the annoying DRM restriction removed. As a result, you can play converted audiobooks on Kindle Paperwhite and any other Kindle devices.

Part 3: Import Converted Audiobooks to Kindle Devices

Importing converted audiobooks to Kindle devices is easy. Here's how to do it:

Step 1. Connect your Kindle device to your computer via a USB cable.

Step 2. Find the Kindle device folder, usually named Kindle. Open it.

Step 3. Now you can transfer the converted audiobooks to the Kindle folder by drag-and-drop operation or copy and paste operation.

Step 4. Disconnect the Kindle from the computer. Press the "Menu" button on your Kindle device and select the "Experimental" option, then go to "MP3 Player" and you will see a music player open at the bottom of the screen.

Now you can play iTunes and Audible audiobooks successfully on Kindle Fire, Kindle Paperwhite or any whereelse.

Justin Sabrina

Justin Sabrina has over 10 years of content writing experience. She specializes in product reviews, how-to guides, tips and tricks, top lists, etc. on data encryption, multi-media conversion, screen recording and iOS unlocking. At UkeySoft, she performs in-depth research SEO copywriting and collaborates with our R & D team to offer effective software solution, most of her articles on software are helpful and easy to read, helping our reader easily solve problems through using software or apps.

Justin Sabrina

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