To deauthorize your Audible account on iTunes, you need to access the authorization settings within the iTunes application on your computer and specifically select the option to deauthorize Audible. This action removes the computer's authorization to play Audible audiobooks purchased from the Audible website.
Step-by-Step Guide to Deauthorizing Your Audible Account on iTunes
Deauthorizing your Audible account in iTunes is a straightforward process, primarily done through the iTunes application on your PC. Follow these steps:
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Open iTunes: Launch the iTunes application on your personal computer.
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Navigate to Account: From the top menu bar in iTunes, click on "Account".
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Access Authorizations: In the dropdown menu, hover over "Authorizations".
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Choose Deauthorize Audible Account: From the "Authorizations" submenu, select "Deauthorize Audible Account".
- Note: Be careful not to confuse this with "Deauthorize This Computer," which is for iTunes Store purchases (music, movies, apps), not Audible content.
Once you select "Deauthorize Audible Account," your computer will no longer be authorized to play audiobooks from that specific Audible account.
Understanding Authorization Types in iTunes
When managing your media in iTunes, it's crucial to understand the different types of authorizations, especially regarding Audible content.
Why Deauthorize Your Audible Account?
Deauthorizing your Audible account from an iTunes-enabled computer is important for several reasons:
- Managing Device Limits: Audible, like many digital content providers, has limits on how many devices can be authorized to access your content simultaneously. Deauthorizing old or unused computers helps you stay within these limits.
- Security: If you're selling, recycling, or sharing your computer, deauthorizing your accounts ensures your digital content remains secure and inaccessible to others.
- Troubleshooting: Sometimes, deauthorizing and reauthorizing an account can resolve playback issues or synchronization problems.
Distinguishing Between "Deauthorize This Computer" and "Deauthorize Audible Account"
iTunes offers different deauthorization options depending on the type of content. The distinction is key:
| Action | Purpose | Applies To |
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| Deauthorize This Computer | Revokes your computer's access to play music, movies, TV shows, apps, and other content purchased from the Apple iTunes Store. | iTunes Store purchases (e.g., songs, albums, films, apps). |
| Deauthorize Audible Account | Revokes your computer's access specifically for playing spoken programs (audiobooks) purchased from the Audible website. | Audible audiobooks and spoken-word content obtained directly from Audible. |
It's important to choose "Deauthorize Audible Account" when your goal is to manage your Audible content authorizations within iTunes.
Important Considerations
- Reauthorization: If you deauthorize an Audible account, you can always reauthorize it later by attempting to play an Audible audiobook or by explicitly choosing "Authorize Audible Account" under the "Account > Authorizations" menu.
- Online Account Management: For a comprehensive view of all authorized devices linked to your Audible account, you can typically check your account settings directly on the Audible website. This can help you manage authorizations even for devices you no longer have access to. For more detailed instructions, visit Audible's Help Center.
- Apple ID Authorization: Deauthorizing your Audible account does not affect your computer's authorization for your Apple ID or iTunes Store purchases. These are separate authorizations. For information on managing iTunes authorizations, refer to Apple Support.
By following these steps, you can effectively manage which computers are authorized to access your Audible audiobooks through iTunes, maintaining control over your digital content.
