You don’t have to cancel your Audible membership completely if you enjoy audiobooks but need to take a vacation from them. With the handy “pause” feature from Audible, you can momentarily halt your subscription without losing any credits or privileges. This is especially helpful if you need to save money for a few months or if you have a backlog of audiobooks to listen to. This is how to put your Audible subscription on hold in 2024.
KEYPOINTS:
- Access your account by logging in.
- Using the top navigation on the website, choose your username.
- Choose Account details from the option that drops down.
- Click the membership link labelled Pause.
- To confirm, choose Pause membership.
Why Take Your Audible Membership Off?
It may be a good idea to put your Audible membership on hold if:
- You intend to visit Audible again later, but you would want to take a break.
- You need more time to finish your audiobooks if you have too many credits.
- In an effort to conserve money, you’re temporarily reducing your subscriptions.
- You want to keep your account active without having to pay the monthly fee for a period of time.
Pausing allows you to retain your account without fully canceling, making it easier to resume your membership later on.
2024’s Audible Pause Policy
Members of Audible may suspend their subscription for a maximum of three months once per twelve months. You won’t be charged during the pause, but you can still buy audiobooks with your accrued credits. However, while your membership is halted, you won’t get any more credits.
Step 1: Open your Audible account and log in
Initially, go to the Audible website and enter your login details to access your account. You can only pause your membership via the desktop or mobile browser, as the Audible mobile app does not allow this feature at this time.
Step 2: Select Account Information
After logging in, locate your name in the upper-right area of the screen. Select Account Details from the drop-down menu that appears when you hover over it.
Step 3: Select Membership Preferences
Look find the Membership Details area on the page of your account. You can view the available credits and your current membership plan here. If there is a Pause Membership option, select it.
Step 4: Choose the Pause option
You can choose the duration of your membership pause with Audible. Usually, you have 30, 60, or 90 days to pause it. Select the length of the pause that works best for you, then make sure you selected it.
Step 5: Verify the Halt
You’ll be prompted by Audible to confirm the pause. Read the terms and conditions carefully. After verification, Audible will pause your membership and stop charging you for the duration you have chosen.
Step 6: Picking Up Where You Left Off
You can choose how long to pause, and your subscription will automatically resume. Until you choose to end the pause (if that is an option), you will start getting new credits and be billed normally.
Important Points to Bear in Mind
- One-time Pause: Your subscription may only be put on hold once every twelve months.
- No New Credits: You won’t get any new credits during the pause, but you can still utilise the credits you already have.
- Access to Purchased Books: Even if your subscription is on hold, you will still be able to access all of the audiobooks you have already paid for.
- Restricted to Certain locations: Check the policies in your particular nation or get in touch with Audible customer support as the pause option might not be available in all locations or membership options.
How to Proceed If Your Membership Cannot Be Paused
You might need to get in touch with Audible customer service if you can’t see the pause option in your account. They might be able to help you manually pause your account or suggest another course of action.
How to Speak with Customer Service at Audible:
- Phone: Audible offers a toll-free number for their customer service.
- Live Chat: Found under the Help section of their website.
- Email: The Contact Us section allows you to send an email.
In summary
You can handle your Audible membership more flexibly in 2024 by pausing it, which is an easy process. Whether you need to catch up on audiobooks or want to temporarily save some money, pausing ensures you don’t lose out on your accumulated credits or purchased books. Just make sure to plan ahead, as you’re only allowed to pause your membership once per year.
