# bookshelv — Books, reading log & lending

> Books, reading log & lending (iPhone/iPad app by Simon Gutjahr.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/bookshelv/id6823521958 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Simon Gutjahr](https://appshunter.io/developer/6823150977)
- Category: Books, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 59 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2026-10-20
- Data updated: 2026-10-29

## What is bookshelv?

bookshelv is your library on your phone: every book in one place, what you're reading, what you've read and who borrowed which book.

START WITHOUT AN ACCOUNT
• Your library lives on your device. No account, no email address, no server needed.
• Book details and covers come straight from the German National Library and Open Library.
• Back up to your own iCloud – or to a file, wherever you like.

ADD BOOKS
• Scan the ISBN, even many books in a row (bulk scan for the whole shelf).
• Search by title or author, or enter a book yourself – with your own cover.
• Print, e-book or audiobook, paperback or hardcover, sprayed edges or not.
• Moving is easy: import from Goodreads, StoryGraph, Booky or CSV – just open the export file with bookshelv.

READ AND RATE
• Reading progress by page, reading dates, "did not finish" and a wishlist.
• Reviews with half stars, moods and pace.
• Reading lists, your top 5 on a wooden shelf, series, follow authors and see new releases.
• Stats: books and pages per month, mood curve, genres, formats, ratings – and a year in review to share as an image.

LEND WITHOUT FORGETTING
• Who has which of your books, and since when? With due dates and a heads-up when something is overdue.

WITH FRIENDS (OPTIONAL)
• With an account on a bookshelv instance you see what your friends are reading, ask to borrow books and start buddy reads with spoiler protection.
• The app keeps your library available offline; changes are sent later.
• Connect your local library to an account at any time – without duplicate books.
• bookshelv is open source (MIT): you can run your own instance for your circle of friends.

FAIR AND PRIVATE
• No ads, no tracking, no analytics.
• Accounts only need a name and a password and can be deleted in the app.
• bookshelv is free. Tips are welcome.

Source code: github.com/sgitaize/bookshelv

## Is bookshelv safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess bookshelv.

## Is bookshelv legit?

bookshelv appears legitimate, with a few gaps. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for bookshelv is 65 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.


## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 1.1.2 — 2026-10-28

• Finished a book? The rating sheet now opens right away
• Faster book search: first results instantly, more results and covers (incl. Google Books, K10plus)
• Books added by ISBN appear immediately, cover and details follow
• Clearer message when a catalogue is temporarily unavailable
• Favourites shelf, easier list picker, bulk edit on the shelf, better Booky import
• Lists as list, table or grid
• Torch while scanning fixed
• No longer stuck offline after switching back; the app feels more native

### 1.1.0 — 2026-10-20

• "What should I read next?" – picks a random unread book from your pile
• Re-reads: log a book again, with dates and a rating per reading
• Yearly reading goal in books and/or pages
• Content notes per book – covers can be hidden if you want to avoid a topic
• Stats by year, quarter, month or a custom range
• Report content and block people
• Clearer profile and settings

### 1.0.0 — 2026-10-20

No release notes.

## More apps by Simon Gutjahr

- [iPump-mini](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ipump-mini/id6823150975)
- [Letzte Runde - Team Poker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/letzte-runde-team-poker/id6823285737)

All apps by Simon Gutjahr: https://appshunter.io/developer/6823150977

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