How to Send PDF to Kindle – 3 methods

Introduction

 In this article, we will explore three different methods to send PDFs to your Kindle device, ensuring you have multiple options to choose from based on your preferences and requirements. We will discuss how to send a PDF to your Kindle using email, through Amazon’s Send to Kindle service, and with the help of third-party applications.
By the end of this article, you will have a clear understanding of each method and be able to effortlessly send PDF files to your Kindle device, allowing you to enjoy your favorite documents wherever you go.

 What is Amazon Kindle

Amazon Kindle is a line of e-readers and tablets developed and marketed by Amazon. The Kindle devices enable users to read and access digital books, newspapers, magazines, and other written content using an electronic display. The Kindle e-readers use e-ink technology to create a paper-like reading experience, while the Kindle Fire tablets offer a full-color touchscreen interface with access to various multimedia content, apps, and games.

The Kindle devices come with a wide range of features, including built-in Wi-Fi, storage capacity for thousands of books, long battery life, and the ability to download and store content from the Amazon Kindle Store. The Kindle Store provides access to millions of books, newspapers, magazines, and other digital content, including many bestsellers, and allows users to purchase from the Amazon Kindle library and download these materials  directly to their device. You can login to the Amazon Kindle account using the Amazon account credentials.

So, let’s dive in and learn how to send PDFs to your Kindle device using these three methods. 

 Method 1: Email a PDF to Your Kindle Device

You can email a PDF file directly to your Kindle device and it will appear in your Kindle library. This is the simplest and most convenient way to send the PDF file to a Kindle device. For this you need to first find the email address assigned to your kindle device.

Here’s how to use this method:

Finding your kindle email address

1. Go to the Amazon website and log into your account.

2. Go to the “Manage Your Content and Devices” 
3. Here, click on “Devices” tab 
4. Under Amazon devices, you can see your kindle device.
5. Click on Kindle, and it will open the kindle device specifications.
6. Click on your kindle device and here you will find the email address assigned to your Kindle device.

Now, email your pdf to kindle

Now that you have got the unique email address assigned to your Kindle device, follow the below steps to email the PDF to a kindle account.

1. Go to the mailbox of the email account with which you login to your Amazon account. This is important. You have to send mail from your email address which you use to login to your Amazon account. 
2. Next, Compose a new email and attach the PDF file you want to send to your Kindle device.
3. In the subject line of the email, type “convert.”
4. No need to enter anything in the email’s body.
5. Email the address associated with your Kindle device.
6. After you send the email, you will receive an email from Amazon kindle support, asking you to approve the request that you have sent.
7. Click on “verify request”, and your PDF will be available in your kindle device after some time.

How to change or add kindle email addresses ?

To prevent spam, your Kindle will only receive files from the email addresses associated to your Kindle account. If you want to email from any other email address, you have to add that email address to the allowed list. To approve your email address, follow these steps –

1. Go to the Amazon website and log into your account.
2. Go to the “Manage Your Content and Devices” tab
3. Click on the option; ‘Preferences’.
4. Under Preferences, Scroll down and you’ll find personal document settings, and select this option.
5. From here, scroll down until you find Approved Personal Document e-mail list. 
6. Click ‘Add a new approved e-mail address’ and then enter your email address. You can add multiple email addresses here. Finally, look for and click the ‘Add address’ button to get yourself approved. 

Method 2: Using the “Send to Kindle” App

You can also use the Send-to-Kindle desktop app to transfer PDF files from your computer to your Kindle device. This is a great option if you don’t want to use your email account to send the file.

Here’s how to use this method:

1. Download and install the Send-to-Kindle app on your computer.
2. Launch the app and select the PDF file you want to transfer.
3. Select the Kindle device you want to transfer the file to.
4. Click the “Send” button to transfer the PDF file to your Kindle device.
5. Here you can see the file I had sent to kindle has appeared in my library.

Method 3: Transfer Files via USB

You can also send a PDF to Kindle device using a USB cable. This method can be useful if you are not connected to the internet or if you don’t want to use your email account.

Here’s how to use this method:

1. Connect your Kindle device to your computer with a USB cable.
2. You can see the Kindle device drive is opened.
3. Locate the PDF file you want to transfer to your Kindle device.
4. Copy the file to the “Documents” folder on your Kindle device.
5. You may also drag and drop the PDF file.
6. Disconnect your Kindle device from your computer.
7. You can see the file I had sent to kindle has appeared in my Kindle library.

Conclusion

We hope you found our blog post on sending PDF files to your Kindle device helpful. With the three methods we shared, you now have multiple options to easily transfer and read your PDF files on your Kindle device as an ebook. Whether you prefer using email, USB connection, or a third-party app, you can now enjoy your favorite content on the go with ease. If you have questions or need further assistance, please reach out to us. Happy reading!