Previous Software Updates for Kindle E-Reader

Haven't used or updated your Kindle device for a while? Depending on your device and current software update version, you may have to install a previous software update before installing the latest version.

To determine which Kindle e-reader you're using, refer to our page: Identify Your Kindle E-Reader.

Important: If you copy multiple software update files to your device at the same time, the software update won't be successful. Fully install one file, and then download and install the next file, as appropriate.
Table 1. Previous Software Versions for Kindle (4th and 5th Generation)
If you have version... Do this...
4.1.3 Download and install using this link: Software Update 4.1.4.
4.1.2 Download and install using this link: Software Update 4.1.3.
4.1.1 Download and install using this link: Software Update 4.1.2 first, and then complete the above step to update to software version 4.1.4.
4.1.0 Download and install using this link: Software Update 4.1.1 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 4.1.4.
Prior to 4.1.0 Download and install using this link: Software Update 4.1.0 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 4.1.4.
Table 2. Previous Software Versions for Kindle Touch (4th Generation)
If you have version... Do this...
5.3.2, 5.3.2.1, 5.3.7, 5.3.7.1, 5.3.7.2 Download and install using this link: Software Update 5.3.7.3
5.1.0, 5.1.1, 5.1.2 Download and install using this link: Software Update 5.3.2.1 first, and then download and install the more recent version using this link: Software Update 5.3.7.3
Prior to 5.1.0 Download and install using this link: Software Update 5.1.0 first, and then complete the above steps to download and install a more recent version using this link: Software Update 5.3.2.1 and this link:Software Update 5.3.7.3
Table 3. Previous Software Versions for Kindle Keyboard (3rd Generation)
If you have... Do this...

Kindle Keyboard Wi-Fi

Your serial number starts with "B008"
  • If you have software version 3.4.2, download an update using this link: Software Update 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.4.1, download an update using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.4, download an update using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.3, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.4 first, and then complete the step above to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.1, 3.2, or 3.2.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.3 first, and then complete the steps above to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have a software version prior to 3.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.1 first, and then complete the steps above to update to software version 3.4.3.

Kindle Keyboard 3G (Free 3G + Wi-Fi)

Your serial number starts with "B006"
  • If you have software version 3.4.2, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.4.1, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.4, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.3, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.4 first, and then complete the above step to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.1, 3.2, or 3.2.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.3 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have a software version prior to 3.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.1 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 3.4.3.

Kindle Keyboard 3G (Free 3G + Wi-Fi) - Europe

Your serial number starts with "B00A"
  • If you have software version 3.4.2, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.4.1, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.4, download using this link: Software Update 3.4.2.
  • If you have software version 3.3, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.4 first, and then complete the above step to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have software version 3.1, 3.2, or 3.2.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.3 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 3.4.3.
  • If you have a software version prior to 3.1, download and install using this link: Software Update 3.1 first, and then complete the above steps to update to software version 3.4.3.

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