Audible, established in 1995, dominates the audiobook market but often drains wallets unnoticed. Subscriptions range from $7.95 to $22.95 monthly. You could save up to $275 annually by cancelling. The service runs on iOS, Android, and Desktop. Visit Audible. Maybe you joined for the Fourth Wing hype on BookTok but realized you prefer physical pages. It happens. Pissed Consumer reports over 2,000 calls regarding customer service, with users flagging "billing disputes" and "difficulty cancelling" as top grievances. A major pain point is losing unused credits immediately upon cancellation. With rising living costs, cutting this luxury is a trending financial move.
How to Cancel Audible on iPhone (iOS)
If you subscribed through the Apple App Store, you must cancel through Apple. The Audible app itself will just redirect you or show an error.
1 Open Settings
Grab your iPhone and tap the Settings gear icon. Do not open the Audible app. You usually cannot cancel directly inside their app because of Apple's billing rules.
2 Tap Your Name
Click your Apple ID name at the very top of the screen. It is the section with your profile picture.
3 Select Subscriptions
Tap on Subscriptions. If you do not see Audible listed here, you likely signed up directly through their website (skip to the Desktop section below).
4 Cancel Subscription
Find Audible in the list. Tap Cancel Subscription. If you only see "Renew," it is already cancelled. Apple makes this part relatively painless.
How to Cancel Audible on Android
This method only works if you are being billed through Google Play. If your bank statement says "Audible" or "Amazon" directly, you need the desktop guide.
1 Open Google Play Store
Launch the Google Play Store app. Do not use the Audible app unless you want to be redirected to a browser anyway.
2 Tap Profile Icon
Tap your profile picture in the top right corner.
3 Payments & Subscriptions
Select Payments & subscriptions, then tap Subscriptions.
4 Cancel Audible
Find Audible in the list. Tap it, then hit Cancel subscription. Follow the prompts to confirm. If it is not there, you likely paid via credit card directly (see Desktop steps).
How to Cancel Audible on Desktop (Most Reliable)
Using a computer is the best way to ensure the cancellation actually sticks. Mobile browsers can be glitchy with their confirmation pop-ups.
1 Log In
Go to Audible.com and log in. This is the most reliable way to cancel regardless of your device.
2 Go to Account Details
Hover over your name in the top navigation bar. Click Account Details from the dropdown menu.
3 Find Membership Details
Look for the box labeled View membership details. Click the link that says Cancel membership under the text box.
4 Confirm Cancellation
They will try to offer you a deal or ask why you are leaving. Keep clicking Continue to cancel until you see the final confirmation screen. You might get an offer for a discounted month (retention tactic), but ignore it if you really want out.
What is Audible Cancellation Policy
Audible allows you to cancel anytime, but the policy has a massive catch: you lose your unused credits immediately. Unlike other services that let you keep what you paid for until the billing cycle ends, Audible wipes your credit balance the moment you finalize the cancellation. However, you do keep any books you have already purchased with those credits forever. They stay in your library. Refunds are generally not offered for months you already paid for, even if you didn't use the service. It is strict.
Before You Cancel Audible: What You Should Know
Stop. Check your credit balance first.
- Spend Your Credits: If you have 3 credits sitting there, buy 3 books now. If you cancel with credits in your account, they vanish into thin air. You paid for them, so use them.
- Pause Instead: You can pause your membership for up to 3 months once a year. This stops the billing but lets you access your library.
- Data Retention: Your library is safe. Even after cancelling, you can log in and listen to books you previously bought.
- Best Time: Cancel 2-3 days before your next billing date to maximize your time, but after you have spent your credits.
Having Trouble Cancelling Your Audible Subscription?
Stuck in a loop? Here are a few fixes:
- Redirect Loop: If the app keeps sending you to the website and the website sends you to the app, use a desktop computer or force "Desktop Site" mode on your mobile browser.
- Third-Party Billing: If you don't see a cancel button on the website, you are likely billed through Apple or Google. Check your phone settings.
- Contact Support: If all else fails, use their "Contact Us" chat. It is annoying, but an agent can manually cancel it for you.
Subscription Plans and Pricing (2025)
| Plan Name | Monthly Price | Annual Price | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audible Plus | $7.95 | $85.50 | Access to Plus Catalog only. No monthly credits. |
| Audible Premium Plus | $14.95 | $149.50 | 1 credit per month + Plus Catalog. |
| Premium Plus (2 Credits) | $22.95 | $229.50 | 2 credits per month + Plus Catalog. |
How Pine AI Can Help You Cancel Your Audible Subscription
Cancelling Audible is smarter than ever, especially with streaming costs rising across the board in the last 12 months. Pine AI makes sure you don't get stuck paying for audiobooks you aren't listening to.
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Step 1: Let's get started to cancel Audible Simply tell us you want to cancel Audible. We will ask for a few account details to locate the subscription source.
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Step 2: Pine gets to work We navigate the confusing clicks, retention offers, and "are you sure?" screens. We handle the awkward navigation so you don't have to deal with the frustration.
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Step 3: You're free from Audible The payments stop. You get your confirmation. No accidental renewals, just a clean break and money back in your pocket.
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