Where Are Audible Books Stored on Android/iOS/Win/Mac/Kindle

Part 1. Where Are Audible Files Stored on Android

For Android users, Audible audiobooks are primarily downloaded and managed through the dedicated Audible app available on the Google Play Store. The default storage location for Audible downloads on Android devices is typically within the device's file system. On your Android device, you can generally find these files by navigating to internal storage, depending on where you have set your downloads to be saved. The path to the default Audible folder is usually:

Internal Storage > Android > data > com.audible.application > files

Within the "files" folder, you might find your downloaded audiobooks in a subfolder named "exoCache". The files themselves are often in the AAXC format. However, because of modern Android's strict scoped storage rules, standard file manager apps cannot access this folder without special developer permissions or a direct USB connection to a computer.

Here's a step-by-step guide to locate Audible downloads on your Android device:

Step 1. Open the file manager app on your Android device.

Step 2. Navigate to internal storage or SD card storage.

Step 3. Find the " exoCache " folder mentioned above.

Part 2. Where Do Audible Books Download to on iOS(iPhone or iPad)

Due to the stringent file management restrictions imposed by iOS, accessing the raw Audible download files directly through the file system on iPhones and iPads is generally not possible. Audible files on iOS are primarily confined within the Audible app itself.

Here's how to find Audible downloads on iDevices:

Step 1. Open the Audible app on your iPhone.

Step 2. Tap on the " Library " section and then choose " Downloaded " to view your downloaded audiobooks.

Part 3. Where Does Audible Download to on Windows

The location of your Audible downloads on a Windows computer can vary depending on the method you used to download the audiobooks. Audible offers several ways to download Audible books on Windows, including through the dedicated AudibleSync app and from the Audible website.

2. For AudibleSync

AudibleSync is a specific Windows application designed for downloading and transferring Audible audiobooks to compatible devices. If you primarily use this application to download your audiobooks, the default storage location for these files is typically found within a hidden folder. The path to this folder is:

C:\Users\YourComputerUsername\AppData\Roaming\AudibleSync\downloads

Note:

It's important to note that the "AppData" folder is often hidden by default in Windows Explorer. To access this folder, you may need to adjust your folder view settings to show hidden files and folders.

Part 4. Where Do Audible Books Download to on Mac

The primary way to download Audible audiobooks on MacOS for offline listening is typically through the Audible website, which often integrates with the Apple Books app.

When you download an audiobook from the Audible website on a Mac, the file will generally be saved to your computer's default "Downloads" folder. You have the flexibility to configure your preferred web browser (such as Safari) to save downloaded files to a different location if desired.

Modern macOS systems have entirely integrated audiobook management into the native Apple Books application. You will not find a dedicated Audible folder sitting plainly on your desktop or in your standard documents. To access these hidden files, open the Finder app and press "Command + Shift + G" on your keyboard. Then, paste this exact path into the search bar:

~/Library/Containers/com.apple.BKAgentService/Data/Documents/iBooks/Books/Audiobooks.

Part 5. Where Are Audible Books Stored on Kindle Fire

Kindle Fire tablets, being Amazon's own devices, offer seamless integration with Audible. If you download Audible files on your Kindle Fire tablet, then you can follow the steps here to find where do Audible books download to on Kindle Fire.

Step 1. Use a USB cable to connect your Kindle Fire and your Windows or Mac computer.

Step 2. Open the File Explorer on Windows, or go to Finder on your Mac computer. And then choose the " Kindle " option.

Step 3. Next, touch the " Audible " folder and then you will get the Audible files you downloaded.

Part 6. How to Download Audible Books to MP3 Files to Play Anywhere

Above we knew where are Audible books stored on Android and other compatible devices. However, downloaded Audible files are in AA/AAX audio format and cannot be moved or used on other devices. So, here we would like to introduce you a tool that can help you convert and save Audible audiobooks to common audio files on your computer. You can then transfer them to any device or platform you like.

DRmare Audible Converter is a powerful tool that converts Audible's proprietary formats into standard audio formats like MP3, FLAC, and M4A while preserving the original audio quality. It also allows you to customize output parameters such as codec, channels, and bitrate. Additionally, you can split large audiobooks into smaller sections and adjust settings like volume and pitch. Once converted, the audiobooks can be freely transferred and used on any device.

Now, you will learn how to convert Audible books with DRmare Audible Converter by following the steps below. Please note that you need to prepare the downloaded Audible books first.

Step 1Launch DRmare Audible Converter

Download DRmare Audible Converter and install it on your computer. You need to follow the installation guide to finish it. Once done, start the program from your computer. And then you can get its main screen.

Step 2Import downloaded Audible audiobooks to DRmare

Now, touch 'Add'> 'Add to List' buttons to choose and add the downloaded Audible audio files to DRmare. You can find the files in the local folder on your computer.

Step 3Reset Audible audiobooks output parameters

To make Audible audiobooks compatible with different devices and platforms, you need to choose the right output format for them. Please click on the 'Preference' icon on DRmare program. Then you can go to pick up the output audio format and other parameters for your Audible audio files under the 'Conversion' section. After that, click 'OK'.

Step 4Convert Audible audiobooks

Press the 'Convert' button and start the Audible audiobooks conversion. After a while, you can view the local Audible files in the 'Converted' section on the DRmare Audible Converter. At last, you can locate where are Audible files stored on your computer. In this case, you can listen to Audible files offline on the computer or you can move the files from computer to other devices for use offline.