# Talebay

> Great Fictions & Webnovels for Romance, Werewolf Lovers

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.readom.talebay](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.readom.talebay)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.readom.talebay`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** Readom Globe
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 207,832
- **Rating:** 4.37 / 5 (23,049 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.2.0
- **Last updated:** 2023-08-31
- **First published:** 2022-08-31
- **Publisher country:** CN
- **Size:** 27 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-03-10
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.readom.talebay)
- **Website:** [https://readomglobal.com/](https://readomglobal.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://readomglobal.com/talebay/privacy-policy.html](https://readomglobal.com/talebay/privacy-policy.html)

## Description

Talebay is a Chrome extension designed for readers who love fantasy and romance genres, especially those fascinated by werewolves, vampires, and other supernatural themes. It offers a vast library featuring trending stories in categories such as Romance (Billionaire, Remarriage, Revenge), Werewolf (Alpha, Mate, Luna), Erotica, Fantasy, LGBTQ+, Sci-fi, and Thriller.

With daily chapter updates, a user-friendly interface, and customizable reading settings including font styles, backgrounds, and reading modes, Talebay ensures an immersive and personalized reading experience. Readers can explore multiple booklists like Trending, New Arrivals, and Hot Books, with synchronized reading records to keep track seamlessly. Additionally, the platform provides various free unlocking methods, bonuses, discounts, and continuous promotional events, fostering a supportive community for novel lovers.

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PRIVILEGED_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Talebay app offers a wide range of engaging stories with an easy-to-use interface allowing readers to pick up where they left off. However, many users express frustration over limited free rewards and high coin costs needed to unlock chapters. Technical issues like 404 errors and malfunctioning video ads also hinder the experience. While the stories themselves are praised, the monetization approach and bugs have negatively impacted user satisfaction.

### Pros

- The app offers a good variety of stories and genres to read.
- The interface allows users to easily continue reading where they left off without missing anything.
- Watching videos to unlock chapters is appreciated by some users.
- The app does not require immediate bank card information to start reading, making it accessible.
- The stories are engaging and well-written, attracting readers with interesting narratives.

### Cons

- Limited free rewards and coins make it difficult to read many chapters without paying.
- Frequent issues with errors such as '404 Not Found' when accessing rewards or help center functions.
- High cost of coins needed to unlock chapters; prices vary and can be expensive.
- Technical problems with video ads not registering properly, affecting the ability to earn rewards.
- Dependency on purchasing coins to access more chapters discourages continued use for some users.

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