Official Release March 2026

FAQ

justRead - Frequently Asked Questions

Getting Started

How do I add books to justRead?

Select a folder with saved EPUB books in the Library tab. Once added, pull down to refresh and your books will appear in your library. justRead supports libraries with 5,000+ books without any slowdowns.

What book formats does justRead support?

justRead is optimized for EPUB files. If you have books in other formats, you can use Calibre on Mac or PC to convert them to EPUB before importing.

Can I organize my books into different folders?

Yes. You can create multiple subfolders to organize your collection by genre, author, reading status, or any other system that works for you. justRead will display all books across your subfolders in the main library view.

Cloud Storage & Syncing

Can I use iCloud to store my books?

Yes. You can use any cloud provider—iCloud, Dropbox, Google Drive, OneDrive, or others—as long as you have access to that cloud folder from your iPhone. Simply point justRead to your cloud folder and all your books will sync automatically.

Is my data backed up?

Yes. Since your books and reading data are stored in your cloud folder, they are automatically backed up through your cloud provider. Your app settings are also securely saved on your iPhone.

Customization & Reading Experience

How can I use custom fonts?

Save any font file in the same folder with your books and restart the app. Then open Settings in the app, navigate to the font selection option, and choose your custom font. justRead supports any font you want to import.

Can I customize the reading experience?

Absolutely. justRead gives you complete control over:

  • Typography: Font selection, size, line spacing, and letter spacing
  • Colors: Text color, background color, and dark mode options
  • Layout: Margins, alignment, and edge-to-edge reading
  • Display: Brightness adjustment, 20-20-20 eye care reminders, and screen lock rotation

You can create the perfect reading environment tailored to your preferences.

Does justRead have a dark mode?

Yes. justRead offers dark mode with intelligent image inversion to protect your eyes during night reading. You can adjust brightness without leaving your book.

Library Organization & Search

How are my books sorted in the library?

Books are sorted by author first, then by title. If books are part of a series, they are automatically sorted by their index within that series. This intelligent sorting makes it easy to browse your entire collection.

How can I find a specific book in a large library?

justRead includes advanced search functionality. You can search by:

  • Author name
  • Book title
  • Series name

Can I add tags or custom metadata to my books?

Yes. You can add custom tags and metadata to your books using Calibre on Mac or PC, then sync those changes to justRead.

Reading Features

Can I look up word definitions while reading?

Yes. justRead includes instant dictionary lookups. Simply tap a word and its definition will appear instantly without leaving your book.

Does justRead track my reading progress?

Yes. justRead provides comprehensive reading statistics including:

  • Reading time: Track how long you spend reading each session
  • Reading calendar: View your daily reading activity
  • Reading speed: Measure your pages-per-minute reading speed
  • Progress tracking: Monitor your position in each book
  • Achievements: Earn badges for completed books
  • Reading history: View your complete reading timeline

Can I navigate my reading history?

Yes. justRead maintains a complete reading history so you can go back to previously read books and navigate through your reading journey.

Privacy & Data Security

Is my privacy protected in justRead?

Yes. All your app settings are saved only on your iPhone. Your privacy is our priority—we don't collect or transmit your personal reading data to external servers.

Who has access to my books and reading data?

Only you. Your books are stored in your own cloud account, and your reading settings stay on your phone. No one else can access your library unless you explicitly share your cloud folder.

Does justRead collect analytics or tracking data?

justRead collects data about crashes, unexpected behavior and performance. These are used for making the app better.

Advanced Features

Can I read multiple books at once (split screen)?

justRead is optimized for single-book reading with a beautiful, focused interface. However, you can switch between books instantly using your library.

Can I integrate justRead with Calibre?

Yes. You can manage your entire book collection in Calibre on Mac or PC, then sync to justRead via your cloud folder. Calibre integration gives you professional-grade library management.

What languages does justRead support?

justRead includes multi-language support, making it accessible for readers worldwide.

Troubleshooting

My books are loading slowly from cloud folder

The books are not yet fully downloaded

  • Download the books at first
  • Refresh the Library tab by pulling down

My books aren't appearing after I added them to the folder

Try pulling down on the Library tab to refresh. If books still don't appear, ensure:

  • The files are in EPUB format
  • The folder path is correctly configured in justRead settings
  • You have permission to access the folder

The app is running slowly with my large library

justRead is designed to handle 5,000+ books without slowdowns. If you experience performance issues:

  • Restart the app
  • Ensure your iPhone has sufficient free storage space
  • Check that your cloud connection is stable

My custom font isn't appearing

Ensure you:

  • Saved the font file in the same folder as your books
  • Restarted justRead after adding the font
  • Selected the font while reading in Settings → Font

I lost my reading progress

Your reading progress is automatically saved. If your data is missing:

  • Ensure justRead has access to your cloud folder
  • Check that your cloud account is properly synced
  • Verify your app settings are configured correctly

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