Charge Explainer
§ 01 · DESCRIPTOR

What is ADBL*MEMBERSHIP on your bank statement?

Here's what this charge most likely is, grounded in our prefix dictionary and what the descriptor itself contains.

High confidence

This appears to be a recurring membership charge from Audible, Amazon's audiobook subscription service.

Most likely: Audible
an audiobook subscription service
Processed by: Audible (Amazon)
Audible is Amazon's audiobook platform and bills directly — the 'ADBL' prefix is their standard billing identifier. No third-party payment processor is involved.
Category
Entertainment / Subscriptions

Doesn't look right? Things you could check:

  • Check your Audible accountLogging into audible.com would show your current membership plan and billing history.
  • Look for a receipt emailAudible typically sends an email receipt to the address associated with your Amazon account when a membership renews.
  • Review your Amazon accountSince Audible is owned by Amazon, your Amazon account settings may show linked Audible subscriptions and their billing dates.
  • Confirm the membership tierAudible offers several plans at different price points — your account page would clarify which plan this charge corresponds to.
WHAT THE DESCRIPTOR TELLS US

An Audible charge — Amazon's audiobook service. It may be a monthly membership or a one-time audiobook purchase.

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The ADBL prefix has its own page: What does ADBL mean on a statement?