Kindle for Macintosh Kindle for Mac is a free application that lets you read Kindle books on your Macintosh computer running Mac OS 10.6 or higher - no Kindle required.

Kindle for Mac Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kindle for Mac?

Kindle for Mac is a free application that lets you read Kindle books on your Macintosh computer running Mac OS 10.6 or higher--no Kindle required. Kindle for Mac is not compatible with Power PCs. With Kindle for Mac you can:

• Look up words as you read with the dictionary feature or in-app Wikipedia lookup.
• Automatically save and synchronize last page read and annotations across all your Kindle devices.
• Purchase, download, and read hundreds of thousands of books available in the Kindle Store.
• Access books previously purchased from the Kindle Store.
• Choose from many different font sizes and adjust words per line.
• View notes and highlights marked in a book on other Kindle devices.

Learn more: Getting Started | Using Kindle for Mac

What is included in the latest version of Kindle for Mac?

Kindle for Mac includes panning as well as support for Kindle Format 8 books.

You can download the latest version of the app at http://www.amazon.co.uk/kindleformac

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How do I view page numbers with Kindle for Mac?

Many Kindle books now include real page numbers that correspond directly to a book's print edition, making it easy to reference and cite passages, and read alongside others in a book club or class. If your Kindle book includes page numbers, you'll see page numbers and locations displayed at the bottom of the Kindle for Mac window.

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What can I read using Kindle for Mac?

Most books available for reading on Amazon Kindle can also be read on Kindle for Mac. Periodicals such as newspapers, magazines, and blogs, and personal documents cannot be viewed on Kindle for Mac.

Learn more: Using Kindle for Mac | Shopping for Content

How do I download and install Kindle for Mac?

You can download and install the Kindle for Mac application at http://www.amazon.co.uk/kindleformac.

You can also visit the Kindle Store on Amazon.co.uk and find a Kindle book you'd like to read. On the detail page for that item, you'll see a link to download the Kindle for Mac. Click the "Available on your Mac" link to download the application and follow the prompts from there.

Learn more: Getting Started | Using Kindle for Mac

How do I register my Mac to my Amazon account?

When you first launch Kindle for Mac, you'll be asked to enter your Amazon.co.uk account e-mail address and password so you can access your Kindle library and shop in the Kindle Store. Click on "Kindle for Mac" in the upper left-hand corner of your application and select "Preferences" in the drop-down menu to see or change your registration. You can also manage your registration on the Manage Your Kindle page.

Learn more: Getting Started | Managing Your Kindle Account

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