Amazon KDP to Stop Accepting MOBI Files After March 2025

Amazon KDP to Stop Accepting MOBI Files After March 2025

MOBI File Format No Longer Accepted After March 18, 2025
Amazon KDP (Kindle Direct Publishing) will stop accepting MOBI files starting March 18, 2025. To publish your eBooks, it is now recommended to use Kindle Create to generate fixed-layout Kindle Package Format (KPF) files or to upload your books in the EPUB format instead.
This update ensures better compatibility and a more seamless reading experience across Kindle devices. Be sure to prepare your content accordingly.

👉 Learn more

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How to Use Kindle CreateKindle Create is Amazon’s free desktop tool for turning your manuscript into a professional-quality Kindle eBook. Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to get started.

📌 1. Download Kindle Create
Go to the official Kindle Create page and download the version for Windows or Mac. Install the software.
📷 Screenshot: Kindle Create download page

📌 2. Start a New Project
Open Kindle Create and click on “New Project from File.” Upload your manuscript in .doc or .docx format. The program will automatically detect titles and chapters.
📷 Screenshot: Upload Word file

📌 3. Apply Styles
Use the left panel to view your chapter structure and apply consistent formatting using the right-hand style tools. Choose from templates for novels, nonfiction, or textbooks.
📷 Screenshot: Styling text and headings

📌 4. Preview Your Book
Click “Preview” to see how your book looks on various Kindle devices—phones, tablets, and e-readers.
📷 Screenshot: Device preview screen

📌 5. Export as KPF File
When you're satisfied, click “Publish” to export your file in KPF (Kindle Package Format), which you can then upload to Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP).
📷 Screenshot: Save as KPF

Kindle Create is ideal for authors looking to publish text-based eBooks quickly and professionally—no design or coding experience needed. It's a powerful tool that simplifies the publishing process and helps bring your book to life on Amazon.
Let me know if you’d like tips on formatting images, creating covers, or using EPUB alternatives!