Cancel Kindle Unlimited on Your Amazon Account

To cancel Kindle Unlimited, log into your Amazon account on a web browser, go to Your Content and Devices, select the Memberships tab, find Kindle Unlimited, and click Cancel Membership. Amazon will ask you to confirm the cancellation and may offer you a discounted rate to stay — you can decline and proceed with the cancellation. Your access ends on your current billing date, not when ready.

You cannot cancel Kindle Unlimited through the Kindle app or e-reader itself. You must use a web browser and your Amazon account. If you have forgotten your password, use the Forgot Password link on the Amazon sign-in page before you start.

The cancellation takes effect right away in your account settings, but you keep reading access until the end of your current billing cycle. Amazon will send you a confirmation email with your cancellation date. Save this email — it proves when your membership ends if you have questions later.

Key Takeaways

  • Cancel Kindle Unlimited through Amazon.com by going to Your Content and Devices, then the Memberships tab, not through the Kindle app.
  • Your membership ends on your next billing date, not when ready, so you can still read your borrowed books until then.
  • Amazon may offer you a discounted rate to keep your membership — you can ignore this offer and complete the cancellation.
  • Check your email for a confirmation that shows your exact cancellation date so you know when you lose access.

What Happens to Your Books After Cancellation

When your Kindle Unlimited membership ends, you lose access to any books you borrowed through the program. Books you purchased with your own money stay on your device and in your library. If you borrowed a book and want to keep reading it after cancellation, you must buy it before your membership ends.

Amazon does not delete your reading progress or bookmarks for borrowed books. If you rejoin Kindle Unlimited later, you can borrow the same book again and your notes will still be there. However, you cannot read the book at all during the time you are not a member.

Canceling from a Kindle Device or Tablet

If you only have access to a Kindle device or tablet and no web browser, you can still cancel through the Kindle app. Open the app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), go to Settings, then Subscription Settings, and select Manage Your Kindle Unlimited Membership. This will open a web page where you can complete the cancellation.

On an e-reader like the Kindle Paperwhite or Kindle Oasis, you cannot cancel directly on the device. You must use a phone, tablet, or computer with a web browser to reach Amazon.com and cancel through Your Content and Devices.

If You Cannot Find the Memberships Tab

The Memberships tab only appears if you have an active Kindle Unlimited subscription. If you see Your Content and Devices but no Memberships tab, your subscription may have already ended or been canceled. Check your email for any cancellation confirmations from Amazon.

If you are certain you have an active membership but cannot find the tab, try signing out of Amazon completely and signing back in. Clear your browser cache if you are using an older browser. If the problem continues, contact Amazon Customer Service through the Contact Us link at the bottom of any Amazon page.

Pausing Instead of Canceling

Amazon does not offer a pause or temporary suspension option for Kindle Unlimited. Your only choices are to keep your membership active or cancel it. If you want to stop paying for a few months but plan to return, you must cancel now and rejoin later. There is no penalty for rejoining, and you can do it at any time.

When you rejoin, your library and reading history return to your account. You will not lose your bookmarks, highlights, or notes on books you previously borrowed.

Refunds and Prorated Charges

Amazon does not refund the monthly charge for Kindle Unlimited, even if you cancel in the middle of a billing cycle. Your membership remains active until your next billing date, so you are paying for the full month. If you cancel on the first day of your billing cycle, you still have access for the entire month.

If Amazon charged you twice in one month or charged you after you canceled, contact Amazon Customer Service with your order number and the date of the charge. They can investigate and issue a refund if the charge was an error.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will I lose my books when ready after I cancel?

No. You keep access to all borrowed books until your current billing cycle ends. After that date, borrowed books become unreadable, but books you purchased stay in your library forever.

Can I cancel and rejoin the same day?

Yes. You can cancel your membership and rejoin when ready. There is no waiting period. However, you will be charged for a new month of membership right away, so you will have two separate charges if you do this during the same billing cycle.

What if I forgot my Amazon password?

Go to Amazon.com, click Sign In, then click Forgot Password. Enter your email address and Amazon will send you a link to reset your password. Use the new password to log in and cancel your membership.

Does canceling my Kindle Unlimited membership delete my Amazon account?

No. Canceling Kindle Unlimited only stops the monthly charge. Your Amazon account, your purchase history, and your Kindle library all remain. You can still buy books and use other Amazon services.

Can someone else cancel my membership?

Only the person who owns the Amazon account can cancel the membership. If you share an account with family members, anyone with the password can cancel it. If you want to prevent this, change your password after canceling.