How to Import Kindle Books on a PC to Calibre

Importing Kindle books to the Calibre library on a PC requires a few steps, particularly if the books are DRM-protected. This guide will walk you through the process step by step.

Step 1: Install Calibre

The first step is to download and install Calibre. You can do this from the official Calibre website.

Step 2: Locate Your Kindle Books

To find your Kindle books, you need to follow these steps:

Using Kindle App for PC

If you read on the Kindle app for PC, your books are stored in a specific directory:

C:users[YourUsername]DocumentsMy Kindle Content

Using Kindle Device

If you have a Kindle device, connect it to your PC via USB. The books are typically found in the documents folder.

Step 3: Remove DRM if Necessary

Many Kindle books are DRM-protected, which prevents them from being opened in Calibre. To remove DRM, you can use a third-party tool like DeDRM. Hereв??s how to install the DeDRM plugin:

Download DeDRM Tools from GitHub.

Extract the files and open Calibre.

Load the plugin by going to preferences > plugins > Load plugin from file, and selecting the DeDRM_calibre_ file.

Configure DeDRM plugin if necessary. You may need to provide your Kindle account details or the Kindle key if you are using a Kindle device.

Step 4: Add Books to Calibre

To add the books to Calibre, follow these steps:

Open Calibre and click on the Add books button.

Navigate to the folder where your Kindle books are stored (My Kindle Content or the connected Kindle device) and select the books you want to import.

Click Open to add them to Calibre.

Step 5: Convert and Organize Optional

Once the books are in Calibre, you can convert them to different formats, edit metadata, and organize your library as needed.

Important Note

Make sure you comply with copyright laws and the terms of service of Amazon when handling Kindle books. Removing DRM for personal use may be permissible in some jurisdictions, but itв??s important to understand the legal implications in your area.

If you encounter any issues, feel free to ask for more specific troubleshooting help!