How to Cancel Audible Subscription: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)

Canceling your Audible subscription seems straightforward, but there are important steps to take to protect your credits and ensure you get a full refund if you've purchased books you want to return. This guide walks you through the entire process.

The Cancellation Process

1. Go to Account Details on the Audible website.
2. Click Your Membership → Cancel Membership.
3. Select a reason for canceling from the dropdown (optional).
4. Follow the prompts to confirm cancellation.
5. You'll receive a confirmation email within 24 hours.

Before You Cancel: Return Your Books

Here's the critical step most people miss: return any audiobooks you want to get a refund for before canceling. Audible allows returns within 365 days of purchase. If you cancel first, you lose the ability to return books for credit.

What Happens to Your Credits?

If you have unused credits when you cancel them, you will lose them. Credits expire 12 months after issue, and canceling your membership immediately forfeits any remaining credits. Spend them on books you want before canceling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel and keep my audiobooks?

Yes. Any audiobook you purchase with a credit or cash is yours to keep forever, even after you cancel your membership. You can listen anytime, anywhere.

What happens to my credits if I cancel?

Unused credits are forfeited when you cancel. Always spend them before closing your account. If you have credits from a free trial, those also expire upon cancellation.

How do I return audiobooks for a refund?

Go to Account Details → Purchase History → Select the book → Click Return. You can return within 365 days of purchase for either a credit or cash refund.

Need more help? Check our complete return policy guide for details on the 365-day return window.