Unlike many popular book-tracking apps, Book Tracker was designed with privacy as a core principle.
There are no hidden data collection practices, no ads, and no accounts to create. Your library belongs only to you.
No accounts, no tracking
- Book Tracker does not require you to register or log in.
- All your data stays private on your device and, if enabled, in your personal iCloud account.
- The app does not send usage statistics, analytics, or personal information to third parties.
No ads or subscriptions
- Book Tracker has no advertising and does not sell your data.
- The app is a one-time purchase per platform (iOS/iPadOS and macOS sold separately).
- Since launch in 2019, users who purchased the app once have received all updates for free, with no subscription fees or upgrade charges.
Data stored securely
- Your entire library (books, reading statuses, notes, quotes, statistics) is stored locally on your device.
- If you enable iCloud, sync happens entirely through Apple’s secure servers under your Apple ID. Book Tracker never has access to this data.
Why this matters
Many alternative apps use free-to-download models with hidden costs:
- They collect user data for analytics or advertising.
- They require subscriptions to unlock basic features.
- They may show ads or promote external content.
Book Tracker is different:
- No subscriptions, no ads, no tracking.
- Lifetime updates are included with your purchase.
- Privacy-first design means your reading life stays yours.
Best practices
- Use iCloud sync if you want your library on multiple devices: your data remains tied only to your Apple ID.
- Make regular backups to keep your collection safe (see How to back up your Book Tracker library).
✅ With Book Tracker, you can focus on your books knowing your data is secure, private, and free from ads or subscriptions.