If there're more than one Audible or Amazon accounts, transferring the Audible libraries between the accounts is one of the most common requests among Audible users. However, it's a difficult task until Amazon tells how a few clicks can work as expected. During our exploration, we've set out to find out solutions and alternative ways for Audible users to do the transfer. Go ahead.
Need to share books on Audible? This guide covers different ways to share Audible books with others, including the official solutions and an alternative method.
Part 1. Can You Transfer Audible Books to Another Account?
Yes, you can share your Audible books with another account, but not in the way you might want.
Audible does not let you directly transfer a book, or your whole library, to someone else's account. This is because of how digital licenses work. When you buy an Audible book, you're buying the license to access that content on your Amazon account, not a physical item you can give or resell.
In short, a direct transfer isn't possible for two main reasons:
- Audible books are protected by Digital Rights Management (DRM).
- Your Audible purchases are tied to your Amazon account.
But that does not mean it's not possible to access your books on another account. On the contrary, there are a few ways to help you get the same Audible book in another Audible library for free! Let's check them one by one.
Part 2. How to Transfer Audible Books to Another Account
Way 1. Using Amazon Household
Amazon Household, often called Family Library Sharing, is the official way to transfer or share your purchased Audible books with another adult and the children in your family.
This method does not "transfer" the book out of your library. Instead, it gives the linked accounts access to the same book while it stays in your collection. It's a great option for couples, roommates, or family members who live together and want to share digital content.
And of course, if your goal is to move your Audible books to a new account, you can also create a Family Library with that person first, then contact Audible to remove them from the Amazon Household afterward.
Key Information You Need to Know about Amazon Household:
- Amazon Household includes 2 adults and up to 4 children.
- You cannot add teen accounts after April 7, 2025.
- If you or the other adult is a Prime member, all members can access most core Prime benefits, including fast Prime shipping, Prime Video, Prime Reading, and early access to deals.
- Both adults must agree to share the payment methods (credit cards, etc.) linked to their Amazon accounts.
- You cannot transfer Audible credits or Plus Catalog titles to another account through Amazon Household.
- If one person leaves the Household, neither person can join or create a new Household with a different adult for 180 days.
- All users can listen to the same Audible book at the same time on their own devices.
How to Set Up and Share via Amazon Household
Go to the Amazon Household page to link your accounts. Both users need separate Amazon accounts and must share the same physical address. Click the yellow Add Adult button to start.
Enter the name and email address of the person you want to add. Make sure to use the email associated with their Amazon account. Review the sharing agreement and click Agree and Continue to proceed.
Choose Audiobooks along with any other Prime benefits you want to share, such as streaming and free shipping. Click Continue to move on.
Click Send Invite to send an invitation to the specified email address. The recipient needs to accept the invitation within 14 days.
The other person should check their email for the invitation from Amazon, click the Get Started link, and select Continue to confirm.
The original owner should visit Amazon's Digital Console and go to the Content tab. To view only audiobooks, select Audiobooks from the "Show" menu.
Click Show Family Library. Check the boxes next to the audiobooks you want to share, then click the Add to Collections button to make them accessible to the other account holder.
If the other account holder can't see the shared audiobooks, they need to adjust their device settings. They should go to Amazon's Content page, click the Devices tab, find their device, and check Show (Your Name's) Content under Family Library.
[Video Tutorial] 2 Ways to Share Audible Books to Another Account
Way 2. Using the Send This Book Feature
The "Send This Book" feature can help when you want to share an Audible audiobook without going through the Household setup. This feature allows you to send a one-time link of an audiobook to someone else. They'll receive a special link that allows them to access and listen to the book for free, as long as they have an Audible account.
Note: Keep in mind that the recipient will not have permanent access unless they purchase the title or already have it in their library. But if they are a first-time user of this feature, the book is instantly added to their library for free.
How to Use Send This Book Feature to Transfer Audible Books
Launch the Audible app on your mobile device or visit the Audible website.
Go to your library and find the audiobook you want to share.
Use the "Send This Book" feature:
- Tap on the audiobook to open its details page.
- Look for the "Send This Book" option, usually found below the cover art.
Decide whether to send the book via email or text message. Enter the recipient's email address or phone number.
You can include a note to explain why you're sharing the audiobook.
Click Send to deliver the audiobook invitation. The recipient will receive a link to redeem the book.
The person you sent the book to should click the link in the email or text. They'll be taken to Audible, where they can sign in or create an account to claim the audiobook.
Way 3.Gifting a Book
Gifting a book is the only guaranteed way to permanently transfer an audiobook to another account's library, making it licensed to that account forever. The recipient does not need an Audible membership to redeem and keep the book permanently. But if the recipient is an active Audible member, they can exchange the gift for a credit.
The key drawback is that this method requires you to purchase the book again, either with a new Audible credit or with cash, even if you already own a copy in your own library.
How to Gift an Audible Book to Another Account
Open your web browser and go to audible.com.
Find the audiobook you want to gift.
On the book's detail page, click More options under the purchase options.
Click the button that says Give as a gift.
Choose either Email or Print for delivery.
If you choose Email, enter the recipient's email address, a delivery date, and a personal message.
If you choose Print, you will receive a page with a redemption code that you can print out.
Click Continue and complete the purchase with 1 credit or with a credit card.
After the recipient receives the email or card, they need to go to Audible's redemption page and enter the unique code they received. The book will then be automatically added to their Audible library.
Way 4. Contacting Audible Support
You cannot simply call customer support and ask them to transfer a single book to another account. However, support agents often have the authority to facilitate library mergers or transfers under specific, verified conditions. There is a good chance they may refuse a general request to transfer your Audible books to another account, but technically, if you explain one of the following scenarios, they will probably allow it:
- Accidental Second Account: You unintentionally created a separate account years ago and want all your books in one place.
- Post-Divorce Library Division: When you and a former partner are separating households and need to formally divide shared access or move specific titles.
Key Information You Need to Know:
- Only titles purchased with cash or credits are usually moved.
- Both accounts must be active and linked to Amazon.
- You may lose membership history, specific credits, and potentially review or stats data from the closed account.
How to Contact Audible Support to Transfer Books to Another Account
Before contacting them, have all relevant account information ready, including:
- Email addresses for both the source and destination accounts.
- Account names and billing details if needed for verification.
- The exact list of titles you wish to discuss.
Go to the official Audible Contact Us page.
Sign in to the account that currently holds the books you want to move.
Choose the topic Your Account, and pick the option closest to your issue from the drop-down menu.
Click on Phone as the contact method rather than Chat, since the Chat is run by AI.
Provide your phone number and click Call me now.
When connected with an agent, be polite and clearly explain your specific scenario.
Use keywords like "account consolidation" or "library migration due to [specific life event]". Avoid simply asking to "transfer a book," which may trigger a standard rejection.
The agent will check your account history and eligibility. If approved, they will process the migration on the back end, which may take some time.
Way 5. Converting Audible to Unprotected Formats
If the previous methods don't suit your needs or you prefer more control over your Audible audiobooks, ViWizard Audible Converter is a great alternative. This software allows you to convert Audible audiobooks from their original formats (AAX or AA) into popular formats like MP3, M4A, M4B, FLAC, AIFF, or WAV. Once converted, the audiobooks are no longer restricted by Audible's DRM, so you can play them on any device or app, without needing the Audible app or your Audible account at all.
It's perfect for backing up your collection or sharing audiobooks with friends and family. You won't have to worry about losing access to your titles if you stop using Audible. After conversion, you can easily store or share them via USB, email, or cloud services. Just keep in mind that this method is meant for personal use, and converting DRM-protected content might go against Audible's terms of service.
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- Convert Audible audiobooks to MP3 or other unprotected formats for easy sharing
- Split books by chapter or time for simpler access and organization
- Play your Audible books on any device, even without the original account
- Backup and transfer your Audible library safely and conveniently
How to Convert Audible Books and Transfer Them Anywhere
Step 1 Launch ViWizard Audible Converter on your Windows or Mac computer.
Step 2 Log in to your Audible account within the Audible web player in the ViWizard program. This step is only to access your Audible library. The program will not store your information.
Step 3 Navigate to your library and click the Plus button in the bottom right corner. In the pop-up window, select all or specific Audible titles. Click Add to List to confirm.
Step 4 Click the menu icon > Preferences > Conversion. Choose an output format from MP3, FLAC, M4A, M4B, AIFF, or WAV. You can also fine-tune the bitrate, sample rate, and select an output folder to store the converted files.
Step 5 Go to the conversion list and click the Convert button to start the conversion.
Step 6 Once done, click the folder icon next to the title. The output folder will open automatically. These files are DRM-free, so you can transfer and play them on any media player, app, or device. No need to create a new Audible account or go through the transfer process.
Part 3. FAQs About Transferring Audible Books to Another Account
Can I share my full Audible library with a family member for free?
Yes, but only the books you have permanently purchased. You can share most titles you bought with cash or credits with one other adult and up to four children via Amazon Household. Crucially, you cannot share the titles included for free in the Audible Plus Catalog or your monthly Audible credits.
Do I need to repurchase a book to share it with my household?
No, if you use Amazon Household. By linking accounts through Amazon Household, other members can access your purchased titles while the titles remain in your library. You only need to repurchase the title and send it as a gift if you want to give the book to an account outside your household and let them keep it permanently.
Can two people in an Amazon Household listen to the same book simultaneously?
Yes, members of an Amazon Household can listen to the same audiobook at the exact same time.
Are Audible credits transferable to another account?
No, Audible credits are strictly non-transferable.
Conclusion
Although Audible does not support direct transfers between accounts, you can still share or move audiobooks in several ways. Use Amazon Household to sync all purchased titles with another account, the "Send This Book" feature to share specific audiobooks, repurchase and gift books, or contact Audible customer service for special cases like account merging.
For full control over your library, ViWizard Audible Converter offers the most flexibility. It lets you convert and store audiobooks on any device, providing backup and playback without needing an Audible account.
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