Openreads
Privacy-focused cross-platform app for tracking your reading
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Openreads is a privacy-oriented, open source book tracking app built with Flutter for Android and iOS. It helps you organize your reading across multiple lists while keeping your data under your control.
Key Features
- Four built-in lists: finished, currently reading, want to read, and did not finish
- Add books by searching Open Library, scanning barcodes, or entering details manually
- Custom tags and filtering to organize and browse your library
- Reading statistics and summaries
- CSV import and export, including imports from Goodreads and BookWyrm
Use Cases
- Maintain a personal reading log without relying on proprietary book-tracking platforms
- Catalog and tag your library, then filter by genre, status, or custom labels
- Migrate reading history from other services via CSV import/export
Limitations and Considerations
- Metadata lookup is currently limited to Open Library as the sole data provider
- Publishing to the iOS App Store typically requires an Apple Developer account for distribution
Openreads is a solid choice for readers who want a simple, organized way to track books across devices with a privacy-first approach. Its multiple intake methods (search, barcode, manual) and CSV portability make it practical for long-term use and migration.
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