# SCP Database Reader

> SCP Database Reader - Foundation articles offline. Multiple languages.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.scp.scpreader](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ru.scp.scpreader)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ru.scp.scpreader`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** SickAndTired
- **Category:** ENTERTAINMENT
- **Downloads:** 98,984
- **Rating:** 3.89 / 5 (562 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.2.0.4
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-04
- **First published:** 2021-07-24
- **Publisher country:** RU
- **Size:** 17 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ru.scp.scpreader)
- **Website:** [https://scp-reader.com/](https://scp-reader.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://scp-reader.com/privacy/policy/](https://scp-reader.com/privacy/policy/)

## Description

SCP Database Reader is the ultimate offline app for exploring the rich universe of SCP Foundation articles. Designed for enthusiasts who crave fast and reliable access to thousands of detailed SCP object entries, this extension functions without an internet connection while syncing your favorite reads across the cloud. With daily updates and multiple language support, you’ll never miss the latest entries from the legendary SCP community. Upcoming features like night mode promise an even more immersive experience. Dive into the SCP universe and browse classified content as if you were a Foundation agent—just be sure to keep it secure!

## Rankings

- #222,316 — 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.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `ru.scp.scpreader.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

The SCP Database Reader app offers an ad-free and immersive reading experience appreciated by users. However, multiple reviews highlight persistent issues such as loading errors, missing images, and the app opening articles in both the app and Chrome simultaneously. Users miss features like bookmarking, search, and the ability to mark unread articles within a series. There are also concerns about mandatory social media sign-in and potential security risks. While improved, the app still has functionality and usability problems that affect the reading experience.

### Pros

- Ad-free experience that preserves immersion
- Generally good SCP reader app
- Some improvements over previous versions

### Cons

- Frequent loading errors, including '8 root causes' errors
- Images fail to load consistently
- App opens articles both internally and in Chrome, causing inconvenience
- No bookmark or search functions available
- Forced social media sign-in raises security concerns

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