.M4B How-To

Importing M4B files into popular audiobook players is typically straightforward, though the exact process can vary depending on the app. Here’s how to do it in some of the most commonly used audiobook players.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Audible does not allow the importing of 3rd party M4B or MP3 files into their audiobook player. You must use an alternative audiobook app or music player for our releases if you are an Audible subscriber. We have listed the most popular alternatives below along with import instructions for our M4B files.

Another option would be to purchase the audiobook in the MP3 format. This will work in nearly all music players, a dedicated audiobook app is not required. Just refer to the MP3 How-To page for import instructions. The downsides with MP3 are the inability to set bookmarks and no built-in chapter navigation, but the chapters are separated into discrete files contained in the included playlist.

Don’t know which format is best for you? Click here. Here are instructions for importing M4B files into some popular audiobook apps.

Apple Books (iOS/macOS/Windows)

Mac Users:

  1. Open Apple Books.

  2. Drag and drop the M4B file into the Books library.

  3. Sync with your iPhone/iPad via iCloud or Finder (macOS Catalina and later).

Windows Users:

  1. Import the M4B file into iTunes (drag & drop or via "File > Add to Library").

  2. Sync with your iPhone/iPad using iTunes.

BookPlayer (Free iOS app)

  1. Transfer the M4B file using AirDrop, iCloud Drive, or a file manager app.

  2. Open BookPlayer and select the file to import it.

Smart Audiobook Player (Free Android app)

  1. Move the M4B file to your Android device (via USB, cloud storage, or direct download).

  2. Open Smart Audiobook Player.

  3. Set the folder containing the audiobook in the app settings.

  4. The app will automatically detect and list the book.

Voice Audiobook Player (Free Android app)

  1. Move the M4B file to your phone.

  2. Open Voice Audiobook Player.

  3. Select the folder containing your audiobook.

Listen Audiobook Player (Android app - $1.99)

  1. Transfer the M4B file to your device.

  2. Open the Listen Audiobook Player.

  3. Navigate to the folder where the file is stored and add it to the library.