# Bookshelf: Cataloging Books — Keep Your Books Organized

> Digital catalog for physical book collections with organization and statistics. (iPhone/iPad app by Tien Do.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-cataloging-books/id6757687876 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tien Do](https://appshunter.io/developer/718633900)
- Category: Utilities, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.5 · 12 MB
- Languages: English, Vietnamese
- Released: 2026-03-13
- Data updated: 2026-08-12
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelf-cataloging-books/id6757687876/reviews.md

## What is Bookshelf?

How do you keep your books organized? Ever picked up a book only to realize you cannot remember if you already bought it?

Bookshelf keeps a digital inventory of your home library right in your pocket, offering a streamlined, modern, and native iOS experience dedicated entirely to your physical books.

+ Categorize your books with collections and tags, giving you total flexibility to organize your library exactly the way you want.

+ Sort your collection by title, author, purchase date, or publication year to suit your style. Search boxes are everywhere.

+ Dive into your book collection details with stunning charts in a dedicated statistics screen.

+ Check your pocket inventory from the bookstore to ensure you never buy a book you already own.

+ Built for readers who just want a clean, dedicated app. There are no external websites, no account registrations, and absolutely no ads.

+ Your data stays on your devices and automatically sync to your Apple account via iCloud.

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License agreement (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Digital inventory of home library
- Organize with collections and tags
- Sort by title, author, date, year
- Detailed statistics and charts
- Avoid duplicate book purchases
- Ad-free and no account registration
- iCloud sync for data backup

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Access | $12.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Access (Family) | $15.99 | one-time |



## Frequently asked questions about Bookshelf

### What is Bookshelf used for?

Bookshelf is used to create a digital inventory of your physical book collection. It helps you organize, sort, and track your books to avoid buying duplicates.

### How does Bookshelf organize my books?

You can categorize your books using collections and tags, providing flexibility in how you organize your library. Books can be sorted by title, author, purchase date, or publication year.

### Does Bookshelf have ads?

No, Bookshelf is completely ad-free. The app is built for readers who want a clean, dedicated experience without advertisements.

### How is my data stored and backed up in Bookshelf?

Your data stays on your devices and automatically syncs to your Apple account via iCloud. This ensures your library information is backed up and accessible across your Apple devices.

### Can I use Bookshelf to track books I want to buy?

Yes, you can check your pocket inventory from the bookstore to ensure you don't buy a book you already own. This feature helps prevent duplicate purchases.

### What devices does Bookshelf support?

Bookshelf is currently supported on iPhone. It offers a native iOS experience designed for mobile use.

### How often is Bookshelf updated?

The latest version of Bookshelf is 1.07, last updated on May 28, 2026. Updates typically bring improvements and new features to enhance the user experience.

### Is there a cost to use Bookshelf?

Bookshelf is free to download and use. It offers in-app purchases, but the core functionality for cataloging your library is available without cost.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.13 — 2026-08-08

- Books can be tagged now

### 1.12 — 2026-07-18

- Update new logo
- Fix a few minor issues

### 1.10 — 2026-07-04

- Add in-app purchase option with Family Sharing
- Fix minor screen and chart issues

### 1.08 — 2026-06-08

- Add information for translated books e.g. original title, language, publish year

### 1.07 — 2026-05-28

- Fix creating duplicated book
- Fix wrong photo orientation when device is facing up

## More apps by Tien Do

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- [Haypley Brick](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/haypley-brick/id6711333467)
- [My Diecast Cars](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/my-diecast-cars/id6741455882)

All apps by Tien Do: https://appshunter.io/developer/718633900

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