However, the download format is .awz, .awz3, or .mobi which can’t run directly on a smartphone or computer. So, in order to read a Kindle book on these platforms, you need to download it in PDF form. Now, Kindle doesn’t allow you to download any book directly as a PDF. Rather, you’ll first have to download it with a .azw or .mobi extension and then convert it into PDF using an online tool. So, first, I’ll go through the two methods to download the book, and then we’ll see 3 free tools to convert it into PDF. Before we move on, remember to not share these PDFs with others as it is not legal to do so.
How to Download a Book from Kindle
Using the Kindle App
Note: If you don’t have a Kindle device, then this window shows up.
How to Convert Kindle Books to PDF Using Free Tools
Once you have downloaded the Kindle book, it’s time to convert it and download it as a PDF. There are multiple online websites that will make your job easier. Here, I will give a short overview of the best ones.
1. Using Zamzar
Zamzar can convert multiple documents, e-books, images, videos, and sounds at once. Moreover, it supports more than 1100 formats. So, converting from .azw or .mobi to pdf won’t be an issue.
2. Using Calibre
Calibre doesn’t only help you convert the e-book to PDF; it also helps with backing up and sharing your library. It is a dedicated ebook downloader and a comprehensive e-book viewer. Having said that, it is not an online tool, so you’ll have to download it to your system.
3. Using CloudConvert
CloudConvert supports the conversion of e-books, images, videos, presentations, spreadsheets, and more across 200+ formats. You can easily download a Kindle book in PDF form here.
