How to Add an EPUB File to Your Kindle
If you’ve purchased an EPUB file from Cocorrina or any other source, you can easily transfer it to your Kindle device or app to start reading. Since Kindle doesn’t support EPUB files directly, follow these simple steps to convert and transfer your EPUB file to your Kindle.
Method 1: Using Amazon’s “Send to Kindle” Email
Each Kindle device has a unique email address that allows you to send files directly to your device. Here’s how you can send your EPUB file:
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Locate Your Kindle Email Address:
– Go to Your Account on Amazon.
– Select Manage Your Content and Devices.
– Click on the Devices tab.
– Find your Kindle device, and under Device Options, you’ll see your Send-to-Kindle Email Address (usually ending in kindle.com).
2. Email the EPUB File:
– Open your email account and compose a new email.
– In the To field, enter your Kindle’s Send-to-Kindle Email Address.
– Attach the EPUB file to the email (you can attach multiple files).
– Leave the subject and body of the email blank (you can add a note if you’d like).
– Send the email.
3. Sync Your Kindle:
– After sending the email, ensure your Kindle device is connected to Wi-Fi.
– On your Kindle, go to Settings > Sync My Kindle, or manually check your library to find the EPUB file converted and ready to read.
Note:
– Amazon automatically converts EPUB files to Kindle-friendly formats (like MOBI or AZW3) when sent through the Send to Kindle email address.
– Make sure the email you use to send the file is added to your Approved Email List in your Amazon Account Settings.
Method 2: Using Calibre to Convert and Transfer EPUB Files
If you prefer to manually convert the EPUB file, Calibre is a free tool that can convert EPUB files into Kindle-compatible formats.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Download and Install Calibre:
– Go to Calibre’s website and download the software for your computer (available for Windows, macOS, and Linux).
– Install the program following the prompts.
2. Convert the EPUB File:
– Open Calibre and click Add books to select your EPUB file.
– Once the book is added, click on the Convert books button.
– In the Output format dropdown (located in the top-right corner), select MOBI or AZW3, which are Kindle-compatible formats.
– Click OK to convert the file.
3. Transfer the Converted File to Your Kindle:
– After conversion, go to Calibre’s Library and click Send to device (if your Kindle is connected via USB), or Save to disk to save the converted file to your computer.
– If you saved the file, connect your Kindle to your computer via USB.
– Drag and drop the converted file into your Kindle’s documents folder.
– Eject the device safely and open the file on your Kindle.
Method 3: Using the Kindle App (For Tablets and Phones)
If you prefer to read on your phone or tablet, you can use the Kindle app and send EPUB files directly to it.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Send via Email (Like the Kindle Email Method):
– Follow the same steps as Method 1, using your Kindle app’s unique Send-to-Kindle email address.
– After sending the EPUB file, open the Kindle app on your device, and the file should appear in your library.
2. Alternative: Use a Cloud Storage Service:
– Upload the EPUB file to a cloud storage service like Google Drive or Dropbox.
– On your phone or tablet, open the cloud storage app, download the EPUB file, and open it in the Kindle app (using the “Open With” option).
Important Tips:
– Make sure your Kindle is connected to Wi-Fi before syncing.
– If you have trouble opening an EPUB file directly on your Kindle, using the Calibre conversion method is usually the most reliable option.
– Amazon may limit the size of attachments when sending EPUB files via email, so ensure the file is under the limit (usually 50 MB).
By following these simple methods, you can easily enjoy your EPUB files on your Kindle and take them wherever you go!
