# iPublishCentral Reader

> Read Interactive eBooks and PDFs on Tablets and Smartphones

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.impelsys.ioffline](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.impelsys.ioffline)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.impelsys.ioffline`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** iPublishCentral
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 110,137
- **Rating:** 3.41 / 5 (1,165 ratings)
- **Version:** 8.1.0
- **Last updated:** 2023-02-06
- **First published:** 2013-02-12
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.impelsys.ioffline)
- **Website:** [https://ipublishcentral.deskpro.com](https://ipublishcentral.deskpro.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.ipublishcentral.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.ipublishcentral.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The iPublishCentral Reader is a versatile app designed for Android smartphones and tablets, allowing users to read interactive eBooks and PDFs in EPUB2, EPUB3, and PDF formats. It supports ebooks hosted on the iPublishCentral platform as well as non-DRM content from emails and Dropbox. Key features include customizable reading experiences—such as adjusting fonts, brightness, and reading gestures—alongside organizational tools like shelves, bookmarks, highlights, and notes. Synchronization ensures your last page read and annotations are accessible across devices when connected.

With easy navigation via search, table of contents, and page sliders, users can efficiently browse through their digital library. Developed by Impelsys, a global leader in electronic content delivery, this app integrates seamlessly with various ebookstores and provides comprehensive support for interactive and read-aloud content, enhancing accessibility and engagement. Whether for education or leisure, the iPublishCentral Reader offers a robust, user-friendly platform for mobile digital reading.

## Rankings

- #212,053 — Overall

## Review summary

User feedback is mixed: many reviewers praise the app as easy to use and suitable for reading, with several calling it 'awesome' or 'excellent.' However, reliability issues dominate: users report frequent crashes when opening books, login and account linking problems, trouble downloading or accessing downloaded content offline, and challenges with IPEF file support. Some also complain about instability across versions and device-specific problems (Android 15/Pixels). A few mention readability and UI improvements. Overall, the app is viewed as a solid concept for reading, but stability, file handling, and login features need significant fixes.

### Pros

- Easy-to-use, simple interface.
- Good for reading / reading-focused experience.
- Positive overall sentiment with praise like 'awesome' or 'excellent'.
- Handy / convenient to use.

### Cons

- Frequent crashes when opening books.
- Login/account access issues (not able to login or link accounts).
- Problems downloading or accessing downloaded books offline.
- Difficulty with IPEF file handling and opening/adding files.
- General bugs and instability across versions.

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