Offline novel reader with extensible web-source support via extensions and JavaScript plugins, chapter downloads, multi-source search, library management, customizable themes, and built-in AI text-to-speech.
The best free and open-source reader app for novels, light novels, and web novels
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IReader is a powerful open-source reader app for Android and Desktop. Read light novels, web novels, and ebooks offline with the most customizable reading experience. No ads, no tracking, completely free forever.
Perfect for: Light novel readers • Web novel enthusiasts • Ebook lovers • Anyone who wants a privacy-focused reader app
IReader is the ultimate open-source reader app for novel enthusiasts. Unlike other reader apps, IReader offers:
100% Free & Open Source: No hidden costs, no premium features, no subscriptions. The entire codebase is open for inspection and contribution.
Privacy First: Unlike commercial reader apps, IReader doesn't collect your data, show ads, or track your reading habits.
Highly Customizable: Every aspect of the reading experience can be adjusted - fonts, spacing, colors, themes, gestures, and more.
Active Development: Regular updates, bug fixes, and new features driven by community feedback.
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Requirements: Android 7.0 or higher
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Supported Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Desktop Features:
IReader now supports LNReader sources! Follow these steps:
Note: IReader no longer supports the in-app default repository. You must add repositories manually in Settings.
IReader supports importing book sources from Legado/阅读, a popular Chinese novel reader:
Imported sources appear immediately in your sources list.
Contributions are welcome! See CONTRIBUTING.md for guidelines.
We're looking for a developer to help wire the iOS module to the main app. All the groundwork is done — the iOS module exists and the core components are ready — but the final integration work remains. @kazemcodes is unable to continue this work due to not having access to a Mac.
The app can also leverage IReader's existing sources since they are compiled to Native/JS, making the integration straightforward.
If you have iOS/macOS development experience and want to help bring IReader to iOS, please reach out!
Licensed under Apache 2.0 License
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IReader - The open-source reader app that respects your privacy and gives you complete control over your reading experience.
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Add LNReader Repository
Storage Permissions (Optional)
Start Reading
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