How to Cancel Kindle Unlimited
Need to cancel your Kindle Unlimited subscription? This guide will walk you through the cancellation process step-by-step.
Note: After canceling, you'll retain access to Kindle Unlimited books until the end of your current billing period. Your purchased books and Kindle device will remain accessible, but borrowed books will be removed from your device after your subscription expires.
Step 1: Sign in to Your Amazon Account
Go to www.amazon.com and sign in with your Amazon account credentials.
Step 2: Go to Manage Your Content and Devices
Go to www.amazon.com/mycd or hover over "Account & Lists" and select "Memberships & Subscriptions".
Step 3: Go to Preferences Tab
Click on the "Preferences" tab in the Manage Your Content and Devices page.
Step 4: Find Kindle Unlimited Settings
Scroll down to "Kindle Unlimited Settings" section.
Step 5: Manage Membership
Click "Manage Membership" or "Cancel Kindle Unlimited Membership".
Step 6: Cancel Membership
Click "Cancel Kindle Unlimited Membership" and confirm. Amazon will show you information about when your access will end.
Step 7: Confirm Cancellation
Review the cancellation details carefully. Amazon may show you benefits you'll lose. If you want to proceed, click "Confirm cancellation" or "Cancel Membership" to finalize. You'll receive a confirmation email.
Troubleshooting
I can't find the Cancel button
- Make sure you're signed in to the correct Amazon account
- Try accessing Manage Your Content and Devices directly: www.amazon.com/mycd
- Look for "Preferences" tab > "Kindle Unlimited Settings"
- Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try again
I want to pause instead of cancel
Kindle Unlimited doesn't offer a pause option. However, you can cancel and reactivate anytime without losing your account.
I'm being charged after cancellation
- Check your email for the cancellation confirmation
- Verify the cancellation date matches the end of your billing period
- Make sure you clicked "Cancel Kindle Unlimited Membership" and confirmed
- Contact Amazon Customer Service if charges continue after the cancellation date
What happens to my books?
Your purchased books will remain accessible after cancellation. However, books borrowed from Kindle Unlimited will be removed from your device after your subscription expires.
What happens to my Kindle device?
Your Kindle device will continue to work normally. You'll just lose access to Kindle Unlimited books after your subscription expires.
Additional Information
- Reactivation: You can reactivate Kindle Unlimited anytime by visiting www.amazon.com/kindleunlimited
- Purchased Books: Your purchased books remain accessible after cancellation
- Borrowed Books: Books borrowed from Kindle Unlimited will be removed after subscription expires
- Kindle Device: Your Kindle device continues to work normally
Conclusion
You've successfully canceled your Kindle Unlimited subscription! You'll continue to have access to Kindle Unlimited books until the end of your current billing period. After that, borrowed books will be removed from your device.
Your purchased books and Kindle device remain accessible, so you can reactivate anytime. If you need help, Amazon Customer Service is available through the Help Center.
