A privacy-focused, open-source mobile app for tracking your reading progress across Android and iOS.
Openreads is an open-source mobile application for tracking personal book collections. It allows users to log books they've read, are currently reading, want to read, or did not finish, all while prioritizing data privacy and using open data sources like Open Library. The app solves the need for a private, non-commercial alternative to mainstream book-tracking platforms.
Readers who value privacy and want a simple, open-source tool to track their reading progress on mobile devices, as well as those seeking to migrate from services like Goodreads.
Developers choose Openreads for its strong privacy focus, use of open data, and commitment to being free and open-source. It offers full local data control, cross-platform availability, and easy data import/export without vendor lock-in.
A mobile books tracker written in Flutter that respects your privacy.
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All book data is stored locally on the device with no cloud backup, ensuring complete user privacy as emphasized in the README's focus on being 'privacy oriented'.
Built with Flutter, the app is available for both Android and iOS, with official releases on GitHub, F-Droid, Google Play, and the App Store.
Supports adding books via Open Library search, barcode scanning, or manual entry, providing multiple input options as detailed in the README.
Import and export library data using CSV files compatible with GoodReads and BookWyrm, facilitating straightforward switching from other services.
Uses only open data sources like Open Library, with no plans to integrate proprietary databases, aligning with its FOSS philosophy as stated in the FAQ.
Relies solely on Open Library for book metadata, which may have gaps or inaccuracies compared to commercial databases, as noted in the FAQ about no proprietary sources.
Data is stored locally, so users must manually export and import files to sync across devices, lacking convenience for multi-device users.
Building the app from source uninstalls the existing version and deletes all data, requiring careful backups, as warned in the build instructions.
Focuses on personal tracking without community elements like reviews or sharing, which might be a drawback for users wanting a social reading experience.
Openreads is an open-source alternative to the following products: