5 Easy Ways to Listen to Audible on PC and Mac in 2026

Part 1. Can You Play Audible on PC and Mac?

Yes, you can play Audible audiobooks on both Windows PCs and Macs. However, there is one thing to know first: Audible does not offer an official desktop app for Windows or macOS. So, if you're looking for an Audible app that you can download and install on your computer, you won't find one.

Instead, Audible provides a web player for computer listening. You can sign in to your Audible account through a web browser, open your library, choose a book, and start listening right away. For most people, this is the simplest option.

But what if you want to listen to Audible books outside the browser? You have a few other choices. ViWizard Audible Converter can convert Audible books into common audio formats for playback on your computer. AudibleSync is another option for Windows users who want to transfer Audible books to compatible devices. On Mac, you can also use Apple Books/iTunes, while Libation provides an open-source alternative.

Part 2. How to Listen to Audible on PC and Mac with Audible Cloud Player

If you want to listen to your audiobooks online, the Audible Cloud Player is one of the easiest options. There's no extra software to install or files to download. Just sign in to your Audible account, open your library, choose a title, and start listening. You can also use AudibleSync, iTunes, or Apple Books, but the Audible web player is usually the simplest way to listen on a computer.

Listen to Audible with Audible Cloud Player

01Open your browser and go to www.audible.com.

02Click "Sign In" in the top right corner and enter your Amazon/Audible credentials.

03Hover over "Library" at the top of the page and click on it.

04Select an audiobook and click "Listen now."

05The Audible cloud player will open in your browser, allowing you to control playback (play, pause, skip, adjust volume, etc.).

How to Use Audible Cloud Player to Listen Online

What is Audible Cloud Player and how to use it? This article will answer these questions and more.

Part 3. How to Play Audible on PC and Mac with Audible Converter

If you want to play your Audible books with other media players, ViWizard Audible Converter is another option to consider. It converts Audible AA and AAX audiobooks to common formats such as MP3, AAC, FLAC, M4A, and M4B, while removing DRM from the converted files.

Once converted, you can play the audiobooks with media players such as Windows Media Player or other compatible players on your PC or Mac. You can also adjust the output settings to suit your listening preferences while keeping the original audio quality.

ViWizard also supports useful audiobook features such as splitting books by chapters and selecting specific chapters for conversion. This gives you more flexibility when organizing and playing your Audible library on your computer.

Key Features of ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter

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• Convert Audible audiobooks without AA/AAX format limitations
• Export audiobooks in 6 formats for different devices and players
• Split audiobooks by chapters or sections for personalized listening
• Preserve chapter information and metadata when creating collections
• Manage Audible audiobook libraries across converted files

Listen to Audible with ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter

Step 1. Sign In to Your Audible Library

Open ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter. Close the quick-start window, then click Confirm. When prompted, select Sign in and log in to your Audible account. Your Audible Library will appear in the built-in web player.

Step 2. Choose the Output Format

Click the menu icon in the top right corner to open the output settings. Select the format you want for your audiobooks. MP3 is a good choice if you want broad compatibility with different media players. Click OK to save your settings.

Step 3. Add an Audiobook to the List

Browse your Audible Library in ViWizard's built-in web player and open the audiobook you want to process. Click the green icon in the bottom-right corner, then select Add to List. You can repeat this step for other audiobooks you want to convert.

Step 4. Convert the Audiobook

Open the download list by clicking the conversion icon at the top center. If you want to divide an audiobook into chapters or smaller sections, hover over the title and click the split icon, then choose your preferred split mode. Finally, click Convert to start the process.

Part 4. How to Transfer Audible Books to PC and Mac for Listening

If you use a Windows PC, AudibleSync is another option for downloading Audible books and transferring them to compatible devices. Unlike the Audible Cloud Player, which streams books through your browser, AudibleSync works with downloaded audiobook files for offline listening.

There is one important limitation: AudibleSync is available for Windows only. Mac users will need to use another method, such as the Audible Cloud Player, Apple Books/iTunes, or an Audible converter.

Listen to Audible with AudibleSync (Windows Only)

01Install the AudibleSync application on your PC.

02Use your Audible/Amazon credentials to log in.

03Your Audible library will be displayed on the left side of the app.

04Select the audiobooks you want to download in .aax format.

05Select the downloaded audiobook and choose the option to transfer it to your connected device.

06Once the transfer finishes, you can listen to the audiobook on the compatible device without an internet connection.

Part 5. How to Play Audible on PC and Mac with Apple Books and iTunes

If you already use Apple Books or iTunes for audiobooks, you can also use them to play your Audible books on a computer. The basic process is simple: download the Audible audiobook, open it in the appropriate app, and authorize your computer when prompted.

Listen to Audible with Apple Books on Mac

Setp 1Download Audible Audiobooks

01Go to the Audible website and download your audiobooks. Follow the same steps as in the iTunes section.

02The downloaded files will be in .aax or .aa format and saved to your computer.

Setp 2Authorize Your Computer

01Open Apple Books.

02Go to "Account" > "Authorizations" > "Authorize This Computer".

03Enter your Audible/Amazon email and password to authorize.

Setp 3Add and Play Audiobooks

01Drag and drop the downloaded .aax files into your Apple Books library.

02Your audiobooks will appear in the "Audiobooks" section, ready for offline listening.

Listen to Audible with iTunes on PC

Setp 1Download Audible Titles

01Go to audible.com and sign in to your account.

02Open your "Library."

03Find the audiobook you want and click the "Download" button.

04The file (usually in .aax format) will save to your browser's download folder.

Setp 2Import and Authorize

01Open iTunes. Go to "File" > "Add to Library" and select the downloaded file.

02Double-click the imported audiobook in your library to play it.

03A pop-up will ask you to authorize your computer. Click "Yes."

04Enter your Audible email and password, then click "Authorize."

Setp 3Play Your Audiobooks

01In iTunes, click "Audiobooks" under "Library" in the left sidebar.

02Your imported audiobooks will appear here, ready for offline listening.

Part 6. How to Play Audible on PC and Mac with Open-Source Tools

If you want to keep your Audible books on your computer for local listening, Libation is an open-source option to consider. It supports Windows and macOS and connects to your Audible account to retrieve books from your library.

After you add your Audible account, Libation scans your library and shows your purchased audiobooks. You can then select individual titles or back up your library. Libation downloads and processes the books into DRM-free M4B files, which you can open with compatible media players such as VLC or Apple Books.

Listen to Audible with Libation

Setp 1Download and Install Libation

Visit the official Libation website or its GitHub repository and download the version for Windows or macOS. Install the program and open it on your computer.

Setp 2Add Your Audible Account

Open Libation and go to the account settings. Choose Add Account, then select your Audible region, such as the US or UK. Enter your Audible account details and complete the sign-in process.

Setp 3Scan Your Audible Library

Once your account is connected, let Libation scan your Audible library. Your purchased audiobooks will appear in the app, along with available audiobook information and associated files such as PDFs when provided.

Setp 4Download and Liberate Your Audiobooks

Select the audiobook you want to save, then choose Liberate or Download and Decrypt. Libation will download the selected title and process it into a local M4B audiobook file without Audible's playback restrictions.

Setp 5Play the Audiobook Offline

Open the folder where Libation saved the audiobook. On Windows, use File Explorer; on Mac, use Finder. Double-click the M4B file or open it with a compatible player such as VLC or Apple Books to listen offline.

Libation is particularly useful when you want to manage your Audible library locally instead of relying on the Audible website for playback. Since it is a third-party, open-source tool, check its current documentation and your local laws and Audible's terms before using its download or DRM-processing features.

Part 7.Conclusion

As you can see, there are 5 ways to listen to Audible on a PC or Mac, and each method has its own advantages:

For users who want more control over their audiobook files, ViWizard Audible Audiobook Converter is a practical choice. It supports formats including MP3, M4A, M4B, AAC, and FLAC, along with options for audio adjustment and splitting audiobooks into chapters.

For simple listening, the Audible Cloud Player may be all you need. For local playback and audiobook control, one of the other methods may fit.

Whichever option you use, we hope you find a comfortable way to enjoy your Audible library on your PC or Mac. Happy listening!