How to Remove DRM from AZW Kindle Books Using Calibre

As an avid reader, you may have downloaded numerous books through Kindle for PC/Mac or Kindle e-ink devices. Most of these downloaded books are encoded with Kindle KFX DRM, a format developed by Amazon as its latest standard for Kindle eBooks. This digital rights management (DRM) technology is designed to prevent unauthorized sharing and reproduction of copyrighted content.

However, the problem arises when you need to share or discuss valuable information from these Kindle books with others, but you are restricted due to the presence of DRM. Fortunately, there is a way to remove DRM from AZW Kindle books using Calibre, a free and open-source e-book management software.

Calibre is an excellent tool for managing your e-book collection, converting files between various formats, and even removing DRM protection. In this article, we will guide you through the process of stripping DRM from Kindle books using Calibre.

Removing DRM from AZW Kindle Books with Calibre

To start, ensure that you have downloaded the latest version of Calibre on your computer. Once installed, follow these steps:

1. Open Calibre and add your Kindle book to the software by clicking on 'Add Book' and selecting the AZW file.

2. Right-click on the added book and select 'Convert books' from the context menu.

3. In the Convert Books window, click on the 'Output format' dropdown list and select 'EPUB.'

4. Click on the 'Save as' button to specify a location for the converted EPUB file.

5. In the Save As window, ensure that the 'Remove DRM' option is selected.

6. Click 'OK' to start the conversion process.

After the conversion process completes, you will have an EPUB version of your Kindle book without DRM protection. You can now share or discuss the content with others as needed.

In this article, we demonstrated how to remove DRM from AZW Kindle books using Calibre. By following these simple steps, you can break free from the limitations imposed by Amazon's digital rights management technology and enjoy your e-books without restrictions. Remember that removing DRM is legal only for personal use and should not be used for commercial purposes.

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