# Libation

Libation is a free, open-source application for downloading and managing your Audible audiobooks. It is open source and self-hosted, installable on Docker Hub and Unraid.

Canonical page: https://ourlocalhost.com/app/1027/libation

## Description

Libation is a free, open-source application for downloading and managing your Audible audiobooks. It removes DRM from your library so you can keep and own your titles, and supports most Audible regions. It's for self-hosters and audiobook fans who want to back up their Audible collection across Windows, macOS, and Linux.

## Platform availability

Available on 3 of 9 platforms: Unraid, Mac, Windows.

## Desktop and other devices

Mac, Windows.

## Health score

69/100 (Good), based on 4 of 5 factors.
- Maintained: 100 (last commit 24 days ago)
- Popular: 76 (6,282 GitHub stars)
- Easy to install: 55 (3 install platforms, install notes, Docker image)
- Security check: 10 (3 serious findings, CI, tests)

## Security check

3 serious findings: A private key is committed in the source code; A private key is committed in the source code; A private key is committed in the source code.
Automated checks on commit 1301411, 18 Oct 2026. Not an audit.

## Links

- Official website: https://getlibation.com
- Docker Hub: https://hub.docker.com/r/rmcrackan/libation
- GitHub: https://github.com/rmcrackan/Libation
- Documentation: https://getlibation.com/docs/index
- Unraid: https://ca.unraid.net/apps/libation-1fcx8ni19swivu?q=Libation
- desktop: https://github.com/rmcrackan/Libation/releases/latest

## Common questions

### Do I need to install ffmpeg for decryption?

No, Libation is powered by AAXClean for fast decryption without heavy dependencies like ffmpeg.

### Can I add more than one Audible account?

Yes, Libation supports any number of accounts. You can add pre-Amazon and post-Amazon accounts.

### Can I bring in an existing library?

Yes, you can import your existing library, including cover art.

### Is there a debugging tool for Libation problems?

Hangover is a debugging app to help diagnose and solve some problems with Libation. It is located alongside the Libation app, but it is not included in the docker container.

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