How To Move Books From One Kindle To Another

I love how Kindles keep my library organized, but moving books can be tricky if you’re new to it. For Amazon purchases, it’s straightforward: sync both devices to the same account, and your books will appear in the cloud. Just download them on the new Kindle. If you’re dealing with sideloaded EPUBs or PDFs, USB transfer is the way to go. Copy the files from the old Kindle’s 'Documents' folder and drop them into the new one.

For heavy readers with large libraries, Calibre is a lifesaver. It lets you convert formats, manage metadata, and transfer books in bulk. Just connect both Kindles to your computer and use Calibre to send the files. If you’re sharing books with family, Amazon’s Family Library feature lets you link accounts and share purchases without hassle. Always double-check file compatibility, especially for DRM-protected content from other platforms.

Moving books between Kindles can be done in a few ways, depending on whether you’re using Amazon’s ecosystem or sideloading. For purchased books, ensure both devices are linked to the same Amazon account. Open the Amazon website, navigate to 'Manage Your Content and Devices,' and locate the book. Click 'Deliver to Device' and select the target Kindle. The book will sync automatically, including your notes and highlights.

For non-Amazon books, USB is your friend. Connect the source Kindle to a computer and drag the files from the 'Documents' folder. Paste them into the same folder on the new Kindle. If you use Calibre, it’s even smoother—just plug in both devices and transfer the books directly. Remember, DRM-protected books from other sources might not transfer easily, so check the file formats first.

If you’re switching accounts entirely, you’ll need to deregister the old Kindle and register the new one. But keep in mind that purchased books are tied to the original account unless you use Family Library sharing. For a seamless experience, stick to Amazon’s ecosystem whenever possible.

I recently had to transfer my Kindle books between devices, and it was simpler than I expected. Amazon’s Whispersync makes it easy if both Kindles are registered to the same account. Just go to 'Content & Devices' on Amazon’s website, find the book in your library, and select 'Deliver to Device.' Pick the target Kindle, and it’ll download automatically. For sideloaded books, connect the old Kindle to a computer, copy the files, and transfer them to the new one via USB. Calibre is a great tool for managing DRM-free books if you need to convert formats or organize your library better.