How to mail ebooks on kindle
To mail eBooks on Kindle, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Send eBooks via Amazon's Send-to-Kindle Service
- Make sure you have an Amazon account: You need to have an Amazon account to use this service.
- Enable Send-to-Kindle: Go to your Amazon account settings, click on "Account & Lists" and then "Content & Devices". Scroll down to "Send-to-Kindle" and toggle the switch to "On".
- Get your Kindle email address: Go to your Amazon account settings, click on "Account & Lists" and then "Content & Devices". Scroll down to "Send-to-Kindle" and click on "Get your Kindle email address". You'll see your unique Kindle email address.
- Send the eBook to your Kindle email address: Attach the eBook file (in MOBI or AZW format) to an email and send it to your Kindle email address. You can also use Amazon's Send-to-Kindle browser extension to send eBooks from your computer.
- Wait for the eBook to be delivered: Amazon's Send-to-Kindle service will automatically convert the eBook to a format compatible with your Kindle device or app, and deliver it to your device.
Method 2: Transfer eBooks via USB Cable
- Connect your Kindle to your computer: Connect your Kindle device to your computer using a USB cable.
- Transfer the eBook to your Kindle: Drag and drop the eBook file (in MOBI or AZW format) into the "Documents" folder on your Kindle device. You can also use a file manager like Windows Explorer or Finder to transfer the file.
- Eject your Kindle from your computer: Safely eject your Kindle device from your computer to ensure the transfer is complete.
Method 3: Use a Cloud Storage Service
- Upload the eBook to a cloud storage service: Upload the eBook file (in MOBI or AZW format) to a cloud storage service like Dropbox, Google Drive, or Microsoft OneDrive.
- Download the eBook to your Kindle: Use the cloud storage service's app on your Kindle device or computer to download the eBook to your device.
Tips and Considerations
- Make sure the eBook file is in a compatible format (MOBI or AZW) for your Kindle device.
- If you're sending an eBook to a Kindle device, ensure that the device is registered to your Amazon account.
- If you're transferring an eBook via USB cable, ensure that your Kindle device is set to "USB Drive" mode.
- If you're using a cloud storage service, ensure that the service is compatible with your Kindle device.