Sharing audible books has become increasingly popular as more and more people turn to audio books for their reading pleasure. As an avid listener myself, I have often found myself wanting to share a great audible book with friends and family. In this article, I will guide you through the various methods of sharing audible books, including the official methods provided by Audible and some unofficial methods that have gained popularity among users.
Official Methods of Sharing Audible Books
Audible provides a couple of official methods for sharing audible books with others. These methods are straightforward and ensure that both you and the recipient can enjoy the shared book legally.
1. Send This Book Feature
Audible’s “Send this Book” feature allows you to send a specific audiobook to a friend or family member. This feature is available through the Audible app on your phone or tablet. To use this feature:
- Open the Audible app on your device.
- Navigate to the audiobook you want to share.
- Tap on the book cover to bring up the book details.
- Look for the “Send this Book” button and tap on it.
- Enter the recipient’s email address and a personalized message (optional).
- Tap on the “Send this Book” button to send the audiobook.
The recipient will receive an email notification with a link to redeem the audiobook. They will need to have an Audible account to claim the book. If they don’t have an account, they can sign up for a free trial and listen to the shared audiobook.
2. Family Library Sharing
If you have a Family Library on Audible, you can share your audible books with up to five family members. This feature is available with an Audible Premium Plus membership. Here’s how to set up Family Library sharing:
- Go to the Audible website and sign in to your account.
- Click on your name in the top-right corner and select “Account Details” from the dropdown menu.
- Scroll down to the “Family Library” section and click on “Add a Family Member”.
- Enter the recipient’s email address and click “Continue”.
- The recipient will receive an email invitation to join your Family Library.
- Once they accept the invitation, they will have access to your audible books.
Unofficial Methods of Sharing Audible Books
While the official methods provided by Audible are convenient and legal, there are also some unofficial methods that have gained popularity among users. It’s important to note that these methods may violate Audible’s terms of service and could result in the suspension or termination of your Audible account. Proceed with caution if you choose to use these methods.
1. Sharing Account Credentials
One common unofficial method is sharing your Audible account credentials with others. This allows them to directly access your audible books and listen to them using the Audible app or website. However, sharing account credentials is against Audible’s terms of service and could lead to consequences. Additionally, it poses a security risk as you would be sharing your personal login information with others.
2. Converting Audible Books to MP3
Another unofficial method is converting Audible books to MP3 files and sharing them with others. There are various software tools available that can convert Audible books to MP3 format. However, it’s worth noting that this method may also violate Audible’s terms of service and could lead to consequences. Additionally, converting Audible books to MP3 may involve removing DRM (Digital Rights Management) protection, which is also against Audible’s terms of service.
Conclusion
Sharing audible books can be a great way to introduce your favorite titles to others and spark meaningful conversations. While there are official methods provided by Audible for sharing books, it’s important to remain mindful of Audible’s terms of service and not engage in any activities that may violate them. Remember, sharing is caring, but it’s always best to do it legally and with respect for the content creators.