Summary: Is it illegal to remove DRM from Audible Audiobooks? How to unlock DRM from Audible? This is a simple guide to remove Audible DRM legally and convert the AA, AAX files to non-DRM MP3, M4A, etc.
We often see topics in major forums about whether it is legal to remove DRM from Audible audiobooks. If you have concerns and are looking for a way to release copyrighted Audible audiobooks, then you are in the right place. Here I want to share my personal thoughts and a simple way to remove Audible DRM and free Your collection.
DRM (Digital Rights Management), is a set of independent or coordinated access control technology. Nowadays, DRM technology is widely used in streaming media services to restrict users from using proprietary technologies or copyrighted works in any illegal way. Audible uses DRM technology in AA/AAX audiobooks to avoid unauthorized playback, transmission or sharing. If you want to play Audible audiobooks on your MP3 player, iPods and other non-audible-approved devices, the first you must remove the DRM from Audible books and convert them to universal audio formats like MP3, M4A, etc. But is it illegal to remove DRM from your purchased Audible audiobooks?
Remove DRM from Audible Audiobooks, Legal or Illegal?
It depends on your intent and purpose for doing this. In order to eliminate your confusion, we must tell you that it is legal to remove Audible DRM for personal use only, such as enjoying Audible books on an MP3 player or other personal device. However, if you intend to share Audible files on social platforms or use them for commercial purposes, this is absolutely prohibited, and you may also face warnings or penalties from Amazon.
A Legal Audible DRM Removal: UkeySoft Audible Converter
To strip DRM protection from Audible audiobooks, here UkeySoft Audible Converter is the most recommended. UkeySoft Audible Converter is a powerful Audible DRM Removal tool, as well as Audible Audiobook Converter. With this wonderful tool, you can not only remove DRM from Audible audiobooks, but also convert DRM-protected AA, AAX files to DRM-free MP3, M4A, AAC, M4B, FLAC, WAV, OGG, AIFF and AC3 format without chapter kept.
Compare with other Audiobook DRM Removal software, UkeySoft Audible DRM Removal is very easy to use, no need to launch iTunes program or authorize Audible account. By using an Advanced DRM Decryption technology, it is able to remove Audible DRM lock and convert them to MP3, M4A at 700X faster speed with lossless quality. Even better, you can also edit the ID3 tags and metadata like books cover, artist, album, year, comment, etc. as needed. It is also smart Audible Splitter tool that supports to split the entire audio book to small segments by time, chapters.
Outstanding Features of UkeySoft Audible Converter:
Remove Audible DRM without iTunes and Audible authentication.
Convert DRM-locked AA, AAX files to MP3, M4A, AAC, WAV, etc.
Preserve original quality and customize bitrate, sample rate, etc.
Keep chapter info and split the audiobooks by chapter, times, etc.
Remain and edit the ID3 tags and metadata of Audible audiobooks.
Batch conversion, with up to 700X faster speed, easy-to-use UI.
Listen to Audible books on any MP3 player, iPods, iRiver, Kindle, etc.
How to Use UkeySoft to Remove Audible DRM Legally?
UkeySoft Audible Converter is highly compatible with the Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 (32-bit & 64-bit), and Mac OS X 10.9 or higher, including macOS Big Sur 11.3. You can download the UkeySoft program and the purchased Audible audiobooks on your computer in advanced.
Step 1. Add Audible Files to UkeySoft
Install and launch UkeySoft Audible Converter on desktop. Then click “Add” button to import the AA/AAX files to the converter.
Step 2. Select Output Format
Tap “Options” > “Advanced” to customize the output format, bitrate, sample rate. MP3 format is compatible with most device, you can pick MP3 format.
If you want to split the audiobooks, you can go to the “Generic” section.
Step 3. Start to Remove DRM from Audible Legally
Hit on the “Convert” button to remove DRM from Audible AA/AAX Audiobook and save them as MP3 files.
Step 4. Get DRM-free Audible Books
Now you can find the non-DRM-protected Audible MP3 files by ticking the “History” button.
With the help of UkeySoft Audible Converter, you can easily get rid of DRM lock from Audible and convert the AA, AAX files to DRM-free M4A, MP3, AAC, M4B and more popular audio formats. In this way, you can freely use Audible books and transfer them to your MP3 player or smartphone for personal enjoyment! Just download this tool to crack Audible DRM right now!
