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Set Up Kindle iPad, iPhone, and iPod touch

Download, install, and register the free Kindle reading app to read Kindle editions of books, magazines, and newspapers on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch. You can also read your personal documents with our Kindle reading app.

Download & Install

Download and install the Kindle reading app on your iPad, iPhone, or iPod touch.

  1. From your device, tap the App Store icon.

  2. In the search box, type Kindle.

  3. From the search results, tap the Kindle app icon.

  4. Tap the Install button to download and install the Kindle app.

After you finish installing the Kindle app, you'll need to register the app to your Amazon account.

Register Kindle for iOS

To buy and read Kindle content, you'll need to register the Kindle reading app to your Amazon account.

To register, make sure your device is connected to a wireless or data network.

  1. From your device, tap the Kindle app icon.

  2. Enter your Amazon account e-mail address and password.

  3. Tap Register.

    Your Kindle content appears under the Cloud tab.

    Note: To view or change your registration, tap the Settings icon on the app Home screen.

Update Your 1-Click Payment Method

You'll purchase books, magazines, and newspapers from the Kindle Store with your Amazon 1-Click Payment Method, which is a part of your Amazon account.

  1. From your computer, visit Manage Your Kindle on Amazon.

  2. From the left navigation, click Kindle Payment Settings.

  3. Under Your Default 1-Click Payment Method, click Edit, and then follow the on-screen instructions.

  4. Click Continue to verify your changes.