How to Fix Audible Not Syncing with Kindle/Apple Watch/Alexa

Part 1. Why Audible Isn't Syncing?

There are a few common reasons why Audible might not sync across your devices. Let's look at what might be causing this issue:

1.1 Weak Internet Connection

Audible needs a strong internet connection to sync your listening progress. If your connection is weak or unstable, it may not sync properly.

1.2 Outdated App

Using an older version of the Audible app can cause syncing issues. Make sure your app is up to date.

1.3 Account Issues

Sometimes, you might be signed into different accounts on different devices, causing syncing problems. Make sure you're using the same account on all devices.

1.4 Audible Server Problems

Occasionally, Audible's servers may be down or experiencing issues, causing syncing failures. This is out of your control, but you can check Audible's server status to see if that's the case.

Part 2. How to Fix Audible Not Syncing between Devices

Audible usually syncs automatically between devices, but if you're experiencing issues, you can try manually syncing. Here's how to fix Audible syncing problems on various devices:

2.1 Fix Kindle and Audible Not Syncing

When your Kindle and Audible are not syncing, it is usually due to a problem with the Whispersync for Voice feature. This feature allows you to switch between Audible audiobooks and Kindle e-books across devices to keep them in sync. Therefore, it is best to perform the following repairs to resolve synchronization issues:

Fix 1. Check Whispersync for Voice Compatibility

Not all Kindle books and Audible books can sync between device. You should confirm that the title is Whispersync-compatible:

1. Open a web browser.
2. Visit the webpage for this book on Audible and Amazon.
3. On the Audible page for this audiobook, check the description to see if it says "Whispersync for Voice-ready."



4. On the Amazon page for this e-book, check below the price to see if there is an option that says "Add and audiobooks with Audible narration."



5. If both are available, it means that the book can be read on different devices with synchronized progress. If one of them is not available, it means that syncing is not possible.

Fix 2. Enable Whispersync for Voice on Amazon

1. Open a web browser and navigate to Manage Your Content and Device.
2. Select the Preferences tab, then choose Device Synchronization (Whispersync Settings).
3. Ensure that Whispersync is turned ON.

Fix 3. Sync Kindle and Audible Content on Your Device

1. Ensure both the Kindle eBook and Audible audiobook are downloaded to your device.
2. Open the eBook on your Kindle device or the Kindle app.
3. Stop at a clear position, such as the end of a chapter.
4. Tap the center of the screen to reveal the toolbar, then tap Sync or Whispersync to manually sync.
5. Open the Audible app and open the same title.
6. If a prompt appears on the screen, tap "Yes" to sync it to the latest position.

Fix 4. Turn on Sync in Audible App Settings

1. Open the Audible app on your device.
2. Go to Settings > APP SETTINGS > Player.
3. Scroll to Sync Listening Position and toggle it ON.
4. Close both the Kindle and Audible apps.
5. Restart your device, then reopen both apps and attempt to sync again.

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2.2 Fix Alexa and Audible Not Syncing

If you find your Alexa and Audible not syncing, it is probably the Alexa can't find or play the title from your Audible library.

Fix 1. Ensure Alexa and Audible Use the Same Amazon Account

1. Visit Amazon Account Settings.
2. Make sure Alexa and Audible are linked to the same Amazon account.

Fix 2. Re-link Audible in the Alexa App

1. Visit the Amazon website and navigate to Manage Your Content & Devices.
2. Click on the Devices tab.
3. Find your Alexa device and click on the Deregister button.
4. Then, open the Alexa app.
5. Tap More > Settings > Music & Podcasts > Link New Service.
6. Tap Audible and log into your Amazon credentials.

Fix 3. Give Alexa Clear Voice Commands for Audible Playback

Instead of saying, "Alexa, play [book title]," tell Alexa that the book is from Audible, for example, "Alexa, play [book title] from Audible."

Fix 4. Check Amazon Household Settings (If You're Sharing)

1. Visit the Amazon website and go to the Manage Your Content & Devices page.
2. Check your Household settings.
3. Make sure that both family members and the main account can access this Audible title.

Fix 5. Check Alexa Device Power and Internet Connection

The most basic and essential troubleshooting method is to check whether the Alexa device is powered on, properly set up, and connected to the internet.

Fix 6. Update Alexa Device Firmware

Check for any software or firmware updates for your Alexa device. To update Alexa system, you'd simply say "Alexa, check for software updates."

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2.3 Fix Audible Apple Watch Not Syncing

If Audible isn't syncing properly between your Apple Watch and other devices, follow these steps:

Fix 1. Check Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connection

1. Bring your iPhone and Apple Watch near each other.
2. Make sure both devices are connected to the same Wi-Fi network.
3. On your iPhone, open Settings, tap Bluetooth, and make sure you're connected to your Apple Watch.

Fix 2. Make Sure Audible Is Installed and Up to Date

1. Update the Audible app on your iPhone via the App Store.
2. On your iPhone's Watch app, go to My Watch >Installed on Apple Watch.
3. Scroll to Available Apps, find Audible, and make sure it is installed.

Fix 3. Sync Audiobooks to Apple Watch Manually

1. Open the Audible app on your iPhone.
2. Tap the three dots next to the audiobook.
3. Select Sync to Apple Watch.
4. Wait for it to complete.
5. Restart both your Apple Watch and iPhone.

Fix 4. Check Apple Watch Storage

Ensure there's enough available storage on your Apple Watch by going to Watch app > General > Usage.

Note: In our experience, the Audible not syncing to Apple Watch issue comes up when the content to sync has a large file size. If a redownload is possible with an active Audible membership, please redownload the books into small chapters/parts from audible.com, or split the Audible books into chapters to sync one file/content at a time.

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2.4 Fix Any Device and Audible Not Syncing

If you've tried various solutions and Audible still isn't syncing between your devices, converting your Audible audiobooks to a more universally compatible format like MP3 may be a reliable alternative. By doing this, you can transfer and play your audiobooks on various devices like phones, tablets, speakers, and MP3 players.

You can convert Audible audiobooks to MP3, M4A, M4B, WAV, and more universal formats using a tool like ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter. Why this method is better than Audible's cloud-based syncing? Because, with ViWizard, you can:

• Transfer converted Audible audiobooks to another device and play them offline without worrying about network connectivity.
• Play Audible audiobooks on any device without logging into your Audible or Amazon account.
• Play your entire Audible library on all media players and devices, even if they don't natively support Audible.
• Eliminate the hassle caused by issues like cloud syncing, firmware errors, app updates, or account mismatches.
• Convert the Audible audiobooks you've purchased into DRM-free formats and keep them permanently on any device.

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How to Convert Audible Audiobooks fro Any Device without Syncing

1. Download Audible books from the library on audible.com.
2. Locate the downloaded AA or AAX files and drag them into the ViWizard Audible Converter. Alternatively, click the + button to add files.
3. Click the Format button to choose MP3 for broad compatibility.
4. Adjust other settings (codec, channel, sample rate, chapter segmentation, tag editing) if needed, or keep the defaults.
5. Click the Convert button to start the process. The conversion is quick (up to 100X speed).
6. After conversion, tap the Converted icon to view your new MP3 files.

Part 3. How to Fix Audible Library Not Syncing on Mobile

If your Audible library isn't syncing properly on your mobile device, you need to fisrt check that you have done the following basic steps:

• Make sure you are logged into the same account on your mobile devices.
• Both devices have a stable Wi-Fi or cellular network connection.
• Navigate to Library > Audiobooks and confirm that the audiobooks you want to sync are visible in your online library.
• The WhisperSync feature is enabled on the Amazon website.
• You have switched to the Sync Listening Position feature in the Audible mobile app.

3.1 Fix Audible Not Syncing Between iPhone and iPad

If your Audible audiobook is not synced across your iPhone and iPad devices, you can try the following troubleshooting methods:

Fix 1. Manually Refresh the Audible Library on Your Device

1. Launch the Audible app on your mobile device.
2. Go to Profile > Settings > Library under APP SETTINGS.
3. Tap Refresh Library to initiate a manual sync. This should update your library.

Fix 2. Sign Out and Back In to Your Audible Account

1. Go to Profile > Settings and select Sign out to log out of your Audible account.
2. Once logged out, sign back in to your account. This can sometimes trigger a library refresh.

Fix 3. Reinstall the Audible App

1. Delete the Audible app from your iPhone and iPad devices.
2. Visit App Store to reinstall the Audible app.
3. Open the Audible app and log back into your Audible account. This should refresh your library.

Fix 4. Sync Audible Audiobooks Manually via iTunes

1. Connect your iPhone and iPad to your computer using a USB cable and open iTunes.
2. Locate your iOS device in iTunes and check the Manually manage music and videos option.



3. Uncheck the Sync only checked songs and videos option. Click Apply to save your settings.



4. Download the Audible titles from audible.com.
5. After downloaded, drag and drop the audiobook files to the Audiobooks section under your device.



6. Once the transfer is complete, click the device icon in iTunes and then click the Eject button to safely disconnect your iOS device.

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3.2 Fix Audible Not Syncing on Android

Fix 1. Check Battery Optimization Settings

If battery optimization is always enabled, it may sometimes prevent applications from syncing in the background.

1. Open the Settings app.
2. Tap Apps (or Apps & notifications) > Audible > Battery (or Battery usage).
3. Set the battery optimization to Unrestrcited or Optimized.

Fix 2. Clear Audible App Cache

1. Go to the Settings app.
2. Tap Apps (or Apps & notifications) > Audible > Storage.
3. Tap Clear cache.
4. If Audible still cannot sync on Android, try tapping Clear data, but doing so will log you out of the app and delete all downloaded audiobooks.

Part 4. How to Fix Audible App and Website Not Syncing on Desktop

Audible primarily relies on its website to manage and sync your library across devices. If you encounter synchronization issues between the Audible app and the Audible website, please first ensure that you have completed the following steps to synchronize your Audible reading progress across the Audible mobile app and desktop version:

• Your Audible audiobooks are visible in your library. If you have hidden Audible titles, they may not appear directly on the main interface your Audible library.
• In the Audible app, refresh library by tapping Profile > Settings > Library.
• Log out and log back into the Audible app and Audible website.

Additional Fix 1. Clear Your Browser Cache and Cookies

If you're using the Audible website, clearing your browser cache can resolve syncing issues.

1. Go to your browser Settings, find the Privacy & Security and clear the cache and cookies.
2. Restart your browser and log back into Audible to check your library.

Additional Fix 2. Try Another Browser or Incognito Mode

1. Open a private or incognito window and log in to Audible.
2. Try a different browser, such as switching from Chrome to Firefox.
3. Check to see if you are using outdated or potentially unsafe browser plugins, it is best to remove them.

Conclusion

In this guide, we explore the most common reasons why Audible isn't syncing with other devices, along with various troubleshooting methods to help you resolve issues with syncing Audible with Kindle, Alexa, Apple Watch, iOS, Android devices, and the Audible web version.

If you're tired of testing each fix one by one or want to avoid sync errors altogether, ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter offers a better solution. It allows you to play Audible audiobooks on any device at any time. By converting audiobooks into chapter files, you can easily jump to where you left off without relying on Audible's cloud synchronization.