# NovelRead

> NovelRead: Your portal to a universe of exclusive stories. Read & Explore now!

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.booksource.novelread](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.booksource.novelread)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.booksource.novelread`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Booksource Technology Limited
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 822,097
- **Rating:** 3.59 / 5 (2,245 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.3
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-29
- **First published:** 2022-04-12
- **Publisher country:** HK
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.booksource.novelread)
- **Website:** [https://www.novelread.com](https://www.novelread.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://api.novelread.com/hwmj\_other/project/privacy\_policy\_en.html](https://api.novelread.com/hwmj_other/project/privacy_policy_en.html)

## Description

NovelRead is your ultimate gateway to a vast collection of exclusive original novels crafted by talented authors. Whether you love mysteries, romance, suspense, or fantasy, NovelRead offers diverse genres to engage every reader's imagination.

With features like offline reading, a user-friendly interface, and personalized recommendations, NovelRead ensures a seamless and enchanting experience. Discover completed books, create your own book lists, and immerse yourself in captivating stories that transport you to unique fictional worlds. Download NovelRead now and unlock endless literary adventures!

## Rankings

- #76,591 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.booksource.novelread.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.apps.photos.permission.GOOGLE_PHOTOS`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.android.launcher.permission.CHANGE_BADGE`

## Review summary

Users generally praise the app’s clean interface and the breadth of books, but voice strong complaints about monetization (expensive, coin-based access, unclear payments), account reliability (sign-in across devices, progress loss), and reliability issues (loading problems, wrong books opening). Additional frustration targets the ads/coin economy and perceived lack of transparency. Overall, positive interface/library notes are outweighed by monetization, account, and navigation concerns.

### Pros

- Comfortable interface
- Large selection of books / many good books
- Balanced rewards

### Cons

- Pay-to-read model with subscription/coins; expensive and unclear payment options
- Perceived scams / unacknowledged payments and money-grab reputation
- Cross-device/login issues and progress not syncing; potential loss of progress
- Reliability/navigation problems: chapters hanging and opening unintended books
- Ads/coin economy dissatisfaction: coins insufficient and ads/paywall mechanics frustrating

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