How to convert AZW to AZW3?
You can convert AZW to AZW3 with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose AZW files from your deviceAt the top of this page, drag and drop your AZWs.
You can also click to select AZW files using your operating system's file picker.
Another method is to press the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+V (⌘+V on Mac) to paste an AZW file you have copied to clipboard.
Converting a folder with AZW files to AZW3 is also supported: simply paste or drag and drop it. - Click or tap on AZW3 from the list of target formatsAlternatively, you can use the search field to quickly find the format you need, whether it's AZW3 or something else.
- Download your AZW3 files, after MConverter has finished processing themThere's an option to automatically download the converted AZW3 files, so you don't have to press the download icon for each AZW3.
On desktop platforms, you can download the AZW3 files to a different folder by clicking on SAVE TO...
You may see a share icon as well. Use it to directly share the AZW3's with other apps.
About the formats
| Extension | azw |
|---|---|
| Category | E-book file formats |
| Developed by | Amazon |
| Mime type | application/vnd.amazon.ebook |
Description
AZW is the original format used on Amazon Kindle devices for storing e-books. Superseded by AZW3.| Extension | azw3 |
|---|---|
| Category | E-book file formats |
| Developed by | Amazon |
| Mime type | application/vnd.amazon.mobi8-ebook |
Description
Amazon's AZW3 e-book format is a successor to AZW for handling e-books on Kindle devices. Its newer features include support for more modern web standards, such as HTML5 and CSS3, allowing for better styling. Note that some AZW3 files are DRM-protected, meaning that MConverter is unable to process them.Common questions about converting AZW to AZW3
Can I convert AZW to AZW3 in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple AZWs to AZW3's simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing AZWs to convert to AZW3.
Pasting AZW files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting AZW files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert an AZW file to AZW3, if its size is 1 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Premium you can convert big AZWs, up to 1 gigabyte each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AZW files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Premium.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert AZW files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Premium.
Is converting AZWs to AZW3 safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your AZW files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your AZWs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert AZW to AZW3?
For most e-books, the wait is normally a few minutes. However, MConverter also supports converting larger e-books, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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