# EPUBReader

> Read ePub files right in Firefox. No additional software needed!

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

## Overview

- **ID:** `epubreader`
- **Platform:** Firefox
- **Type:** Firefox add-on
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** epubreader
- **Category:** other
- **Daily users:** 116,844
- **Weekly downloads:** 990
- **Rating:** 3.71 / 5 (393 ratings)
- **Version:** 2.0.13
- **Last updated:** 2020-06-22
- **First published:** 2009-10-22
- **Size:** 188 KB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-08
- **Store listing:** [Firefox Add-ons Store](https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/epubreader/)
- **Website:** [https://www.epubread.com/](https://www.epubread.com/)

## Description

EPUBReader is a Firefox extension that allows you to read ePub files directly in your browser without needing additional software. Avoid annoying download prompts by accessing your saved ePub files conveniently via the toolbar button. Enhance your reading experience by pairing it with the Read Aloud extension to listen to your eBooks. The extension requires permissions to download and open ePub files from websites and to save your books locally. For support or to report issues, users can visit the dedicated support site. EPUBReader brings simplicity and convenience to eBook reading inside Firefox.

## Rankings

- #200 — Overall
- #4 — Other extensions
- #1 — break
- #1 — software
- #2 — file
- #2 — header

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `webNavigation`
- `webRequest`
- `webRequestBlocking`
- `downloads`
- `<all_urls>`
- `storage`

## Safety

- **Risk impact:** High risk impact
- **Risk likelihood:** Very low risk likelihood

### Analysis details

- Allows access to all websites, posing a significant security risk as it can monitor and modify data from any visited site.
- This extension was updated more than 6 months ago. Older versions are more likely to be stable and safe.

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## Review summary

Users appreciate EPUBReader for its simplicity, ease of use, and reliable EPUB file support. However, several common issues include lack of PDF support, a cumbersome navigation system requiring repeated returns to the contents page, UI problems with button placement, and concerns over unclear permissions requested by the extension.

### Pros

- Works well as a simple, lightweight plugin for reading EPUB files.
- Easy to download and use with clear instructions.
- Effectively opens EPUB documents as expected.

### Cons

- Does not support PDF files, limiting usability for class assignments or PDFs.
- User interface/navigation is cumbersome; users must return to the table of contents after each chapter, lacking smooth page turning.
- Button positioning/UI elements can be off-screen, causing usability issues.
- Concerns about the permissions requested by the add-on, with unclear explanations for why they are needed.

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