How to Connect Amazon Kindle e-Readers to Mac [2025]

If you’re a Mac user who has a 2024-released Kindle device, transferring files between the two may seem challenging. While there is a native app for the process, we offer an alternative solution that’s not limited by the Amazon reader. This method is especially useful if you also have Android devices, as it allows you to connect them and view them in Finder.

In this guide, we’re going to explore how to connect your 12th Generation Kindle models to macOS using a USB cable.

We’ll take a look at a third-party app called MacDroid, which is an excellent alternative to SendtoKindle Mac app. Whether you’re working with a Paperwhite or a Colorsoft Signature model, MacDroid will help you transfer to or from any modern Amazon E-Reader.

Note: The Kindle Scribe and other Kindle device models released in 2024 are among the few Amazon e-readers that can’t connect to a Mac via USB without a separate application. To get started, you’ll need to identify your Kindle eReader’s model and confirm that it’s part of the newer generation, such as a Scribe, Colorsoft Signature or Paperwhite of the 12th Generation.

Once you have confirmed that you have one of the specified models, follow these instructions to connect your Kindle to Mac for USB file transfer:

1. Download and install MacDroid on your Mac.

2. Launch the application and select the MTP connection option.

3. Connect Kindle E-Reader to Mac using a USB cable.

4. Click on the “Allow” button when prompted if you’re using an ARM-based Macbook.

5. Open Finder and start transferring files from Mac to Kindle Paperwhite or other models. You can also upload files from Kindle Paperwhite to Mac in the same way.

The latest 2024 models support MOBI, AZW3, KFX file formats. When transferring files using the method we’ve detailed above, make sure that the file type is compatible with your devices.

It’s possible that sometimes you might not be able to browse Kindle’s files and folders if it does not show up in Finder. In such cases, you can troubleshoot the issue and make browsing easier following a few steps:

Confirm that your Kindle model supports MTP as this is necessary for file transfers.
Make sure you’re using a high-quality, original USB cable that’s designed for both charging and data transfer.
Plug your Kindle directly into your Mac instead of through a USB hub, as hubs can sometimes cause connectivity issues.

If these methods fail to work, check if there is any damage to your Mac USB port or your Kindle device.

Following the steps we have laid out in this article, you can quickly connect your Kindle e-Reader to your Mac via USB. With the right tools like MacDroid at your disposal, establishing a connection to your 2024 models becomes a much simpler process. Our team constantly stays updated with new devices and is committed to supporting all future models with MTP mode.

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