# Forest Reader

> A fast, private e-book reader for EPUB, PDF, and Comics with OPDS support.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ansami.bookreader](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ansami.bookreader)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ansami.bookreader`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Ansami
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 103
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-03-12
- **First published:** 2026-03-11
- **Publisher country:** HK
- **Size:** 23 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-22
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ansami.bookreader)
- **Website:** [https://forestreader.ansami.com](https://forestreader.ansami.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://app.ansami.com/privacy-policy.html](https://app.ansami.com/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Experience a distraction-free journey into your favorite books with Forest Reader.<br>Forest Reader is a lightweight, high-performance reading application built on the modern Readium architecture. Designed for bibliophiles who value privacy and a clean interface, Forest Reader transforms your device into a versatile library for e-books, documents, and comics.<br><br>SUPPORTED FORMATS<br>• EPUB: Enjoy reflowable text with complete control over typography.<br>• PDF: High-fidelity rendering for textbooks, manuals, and technical documents.<br>• Comics: Smooth navigation for CBZ and CBR files.<br><br>YOUR PERSONALIZED READING ROOM<br>• Tailored Themes: Switch between Light, Sepia, and Night modes to reduce eye strain.<br>• Total Typographic Control: Choose from professional fonts (including Literata and OpenDyslexic), adjust font size, line spacing, and margins.<br>• Dynamic Layouts: Read in a single column or a modern two-column &quot;spread&quot; on tablets and larger screens.<br>• Scroll or Paginated: Choose traditional page-turning or a continuous vertical scroll for a more web-like experience.<br>DISCOVER MILLIONS OF FREE BOOKS<br>• OPDS Integration: Browse and download from massive open-access catalogs like Project Gutenberg, WikiSource and your OPDS url directly within the app.<br>• Smart Search: Find books by title or author in your local library or across global catalogs.<br><br>ADVANCED FEATURES<br>• Read Aloud (TTS): Give your eyes a break with high-quality Text-to-Speech support and convenient playback controls.<br>• Auto-Scan Folders: Effortlessly organize your library. Select your book folders, and Forest Reader will automatically monitor them for new content.<br>• Precision Navigation: Use the Table of Contents, set bookmarks, and manage highlights with ease.<br>• Android 15+ Ready: Fully optimized for the latest hardware and performance standards, including 16KB page-size support.<br><br>PRIVACY FIRST<br>• No Ads: We believe reading should be uninterrupted.<br>• No Data Collection: Your library is yours alone. Forest Reader does not collect, store, or share your personal information or reading habits.<br><br>SUPPORT THE DEVELOPER<br>If you love Forest Reader, you can support the ongoing development of this open-source-powered project through our &quot;Buy me a coffee&quot; feature.<br><br>Join the Forest. Download Forest Reader today and start your next adventure.

## Rankings

- #1,978,960 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.DOWNLOAD_WITHOUT_NOTIFICATION`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MEDIA_PLAYBACK`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.ansami.bookreader.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ansami.bookreader)