Many apps today rely on subscriptions, in-app ads, or even selling user data to stay profitable.
Book Tracker was built with a completely different philosophy: a one-time purchase model, no ads, and a strict commitment to privacy.
One-time purchase, lifetime updates
- Book Tracker is available as a one-time purchase per platform (iOS/iPadOS and macOS sold separately).
- Since its launch in 2019, users who bought the app have received all updates and new features for free — no hidden costs, no upgrade fees.
- Buying the app once ensures you can continue using it as long as you want, without recurring payments.
No ads, no data collection
- Book Tracker does not include advertising.
- The app never collects or sells your personal data.
- Your entire library is stored locally or, if you choose, in your private iCloud account.
Why this matters
- No distractions → no banners, pop-ups, or ads interrupting your reading life.
- No lock-in → you don’t need to keep paying to access your own data.
- Privacy-first → you control your reading library entirely.
Why Book Tracker charges separately on iOS and Mac
- Each platform requires separate development and maintenance.
- To ensure the app remains sustainable without subscriptions, purchases are separate for iOS/iPadOS and macOS.👉 Learn more: Why you need to buy Book Tracker separately on iOS and Mac.
Best practices
- If you want Book Tracker on multiple Apple devices, purchase it for both platforms — it’s still a one-time fee per platform, not a recurring subscription.
- Remember: all future updates are included once you buy.
- For families, you can enable Family Sharing to let multiple people use Book Tracker with a single purchase.
✅ Book Tracker proves that a modern, full-featured app doesn’t need subscriptions or ads. One purchase, lifetime use, and complete privacy.