To pause your Audible membership, log into your account and click on your profile in the top right corner. Find "Pause Membership" in account details and select it. Follow the prompts to confirm your desired pause duration, keeping in mind you can pause for up to 90 days. You'll keep your unused credits but lose access to the Audible Plus Catalog. Ready to manage your membership and learn more about the process?
Looking to take a break from your Audible membership? You can easily pause your subscription for a little while, allowing you to take the time you need without losing your credits or purchased audiobooks. Here's how to do it and what you need to know before you start.
First, you must access your account on the Audible website. Remember, this option is only available for Audible Plus and Audible Premium Plus members, and your membership must be paid directly through Audible. If you've recently subscribed, take note—if your membership is less than 30 days old, you won't be able to pause it. Additionally, you can only pause your membership once every 12 months for a maximum of 90 days. Audible offers a wide selection of audiobooks that you can access once you resume your membership.
To pause your Audible membership, ensure you're a Plus or Premium Plus member and that your subscription is older than 30 days.
To begin the pausing process, log into your Audible account. Once you're in, navigate to your account details by clicking on your profile in the top right corner of the page. You'll see an option labeled "Pause Membership" under your membership details. Click on that, and follow the prompts to confirm the duration of your pause.
It's important to keep in mind that while your membership is paused, you won't earn any new credits, and you'll lose access to the Audible Plus Catalog. However, the good news is that your unused credits will remain intact, and you can still access any audiobooks you've previously purchased. Some discounts on purchases may also still be available for your existing credits, giving you a little something to look forward to.
If you need assistance during the process, you can always reach out to customer support. They'll help you resolve any issues or answer questions you may have. Should you encounter any errors while trying to pause, it may be due to having recently paused your membership or using a subscription method through Google Play or the Apple Store, which unfortunately doesn't qualify.
Once your pause period is over, your membership will automatically restart unless you choose to cancel it. You won't incur any monthly charges while your membership is paused, which is a nice relief. If you decide that you want to resume your membership before the pause period ends, you can do so at any time. Just remember, no notifications will alert you to the auto-reactivation after three months.
If you're considering alternatives, you might look into canceling your membership altogether. However, before making that choice, take a moment to review your account settings, as there may be options available you hadn't considered. Customer support can also offer incentives to keep your membership active.
If you do decide to pause or cancel, don't forget to download any audiobooks you want to keep for offline access.
Taking a break from your Audible membership doesn't have to be complicated. By following these simple steps, you can easily pause your membership and return when you're ready, keeping your credits and content safe along the way.
Conclusion
Pausing your Audible membership is like pressing the "pause" button on your favorite song—giving you a breather without losing the melody. By following these simple steps, you can take a step back and return when you're ready to dive back into the world of audiobooks. It's all about finding your rhythm, so don't hesitate to hit pause when life gets busy. When you're ready, the stories will be waiting, enthusiastic to whisk you away once more.
