Amazon Kindle eBook File
General Information
| Title | AZW File Extension |
| Extension | .azw |
| Full Form | Amazon Kindle eBook File |
| File Type | eBook Format |
| Developer | Amazon |
| MIME Type | application/vnd.amazon.ebook |
File Function
| Primary Function | eBook reading |
| Additional Functions | Text reflow, Bookmarking |
| Features | DRM support, Annotations |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High readability |
| Supports Layers | No |
| Supports Transparency | No |
| Editable | Limited |
Use Cases
| eBook Reading | Yes |
| Content Distribution | Yes |
| Digital Publishing | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | DRM restrictions |
| Best Practices | Backup, Authorized devices |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 2007 |
| Latest Version | Kindle Format 10 |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .mobi, .prc, .kfx, .epub |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Amazon Kindle |
Free, Paid content | Kindle, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android |
 Calibre |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Amazon Kindle Previewer |
Free | Windows, Mac |