# BibleRef

> BibleRef - An Online Bible Commentary You Can Understand

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.gotquestions.bibleref](https://chrome-stats.com/d/org.gotquestions.bibleref)

## Overview

- **ID:** `org.gotquestions.bibleref`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** GotQuestions.org
- **Category:** BOOKS\_AND\_REFERENCE
- **Downloads:** 199,174
- **Rating:** 4.62 / 5 (898 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-04
- **First published:** 2022-03-01
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 127 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-16
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.gotquestions.bibleref)
- **Website:** [https://www.bibleref.com/](https://www.bibleref.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.bibleref.com/biblerefappprivacypolicy.html](https://www.bibleref.com/biblerefappprivacypolicy.html)

## Description

**BibleRef** is a user-friendly online Bible commentary extension offering detailed verse-by-verse and chapter-by-chapter explanations. Developed by the GotQuestions.org team, it presents six different Bible translations alongside accessible commentary to help users grasp the meaning and context of each verse. The app also features extensive cross references and regularly updated content, which can be conveniently downloaded through the settings menu. This extension is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of the Bible with clear, concise insights.

## Rankings

- #159,930 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`
- `org.gotquestions.bibleref.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

BibleRef is praised for its in-depth, verse-by-verse commentary, multiple Bible versions, and user-friendly layout, making it a valuable tool for studying the Bible. Users appreciate the helpful summaries and context, aiding beginners and experienced readers alike. However, many mention incomplete commentary, especially in the Old Testament, and wish for improvements like copy-paste, highlighting, note-taking features, offline access, and font size controls. Overall, it is seen as a promising and growing app that greatly aids Bible understanding despite some missing features.

### Pros

- Comprehensive verse-by-verse commentary and study notes that provide deeper understanding and context of scripture.
- Includes multiple Bible versions and allows comparison for better comprehension.
- App layout and structure is user-friendly and easy to navigate for studying the Bible.
- Provides useful summaries and overviews for Bible books and chapters.
- Helpful for beginners and long-time users to better understand biblical meaning and background.

### Cons

- Incomplete commentary, especially for Old Testament books, with many sections marked 'coming soon'.
- Lack of features like text copy-paste, highlighters, note-taking, and customizable bookmarks or folders.
- No font size adjustment within the app; users must change device settings.
- Some users desire offline functionality and version updates to match desktop/online versions.

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