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Amazon Cuts USB Transfer for Kindle Users

2/24/2025

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On February 26, 2025, Amazon will eliminate the "Download and Transfer via USB" feature for Kindle e-readers, disrupting users' ability to back up their cherished e-books or convert them for other devices. Although newer models have already faced this loss, users can still sideload books via USB, keeping some options alive.

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Story summary

On February 26, 2025, Amazon will eliminate the "Download and Transfer via USB" feature for Kindle e-readers, disrupting users' ability to back up their cherished e-books or convert them for other devices. Although newer models have already faced this loss, users can still sideload books via USB, keeping some options alive.