# Burmese Reader — Read Burmese on your device

> Reads Burmese text that appears as boxes on iPhone and iPad. (iPhone/iPad app by Anteneh Sahledengel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burmese-reader/id979358840 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anteneh Sahledengel](https://appshunter.io/developer/549082184)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.59/5 from 34 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-04-14
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burmese-reader/id979358840/reviews.md

## What is Burmese Reader?

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Ever followed a link only to find out it is just boxes? Are you dying to know what your friends commented in Burmese on Facebook? Or did you get a mail or a message that you can't read because it is all boxes? Burmese reader is an easy to use app that enables you to read Burmese letters on your iPhone and iPad. It also includes a Safari extension that lets you read Burmese letters on the web in Safari. It translates all the boxes to Burmese with a single tap. Install it now and you'll never have to go to your laptop to check what those 4 boxes mean.

This version includes
 - Three Burmese fonts to be installed on your device - Zawgyi One, Myanmar Census and BIT fonts
- Fast and easy to use Safari extension to read Burmese letters on the web

## Key features

- Read Burmese text on iPhone/iPad
- Safari extension for web reading
- Translates boxes to Burmese
- Includes three Burmese fonts
- Fast and easy to use

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/burmese-reader/id979358840/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Nice one

*2018-12-28*

Update

### 5/5 — Read

*2018-07-19*

Nice app

### 5/5 — Read

*2016-10-05*

Cool app ...

### 1/5 — Nothing after install fonts

*2015-10-09*

Don't waste even $0.99

### 5/5 — Able to read Burmese letters

*2015-08-03*

Easy to install and so far so good.

### 5/5 — Fantastics!!

*2015-07-26*

This app deserves five stars . I was struggling with reading burmese on my Facebook for several months. This app has  helped me read it . Thank u!!!

## Frequently asked questions about Burmese Reader

### How does Burmese Reader work?

Burmese Reader translates Burmese text that appears as unreadable boxes on your device into actual Burmese characters. It also offers a Safari extension to help you read Burmese content directly on websites.

### What devices is Burmese Reader compatible with?

Burmese Reader is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed to work seamlessly on these Apple devices.

### Does Burmese Reader have ads?

No, Burmese Reader is ad-free. You can use the app and its Safari extension without any advertisements interrupting your experience.

### What Burmese fonts are included with Burmese Reader?

Burmese Reader comes with three Burmese fonts that can be installed on your device: Zawgyi One, Myanmar Census, and BIT fonts, allowing for varied display options.

### How often is Burmese Reader updated?

The app was last updated on October 7, 2017, to version 3.2. While updates may not be frequent, the core functionality remains stable for its intended purpose.

### What is the age rating for Burmese Reader?

Burmese Reader has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for young users and adults alike. It is a straightforward utility application.

### Can Burmese Reader translate other languages?

Burmese Reader is specifically designed to address issues with reading Burmese text that appears as boxes. It does not support translation for other languages.

### What do users like about Burmese Reader?

Users appreciate Burmese Reader for its effectiveness in solving the common problem of unreadable Burmese text. Its ease of use and the integrated Safari extension are frequently highlighted as positive aspects.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.2 — 2017-10-07

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Minor bug fix.

### 3.0 — 2016-09-29

Font is now verified and you won't get complaint when installing

### 2.0 — 2016-03-14

- Installing fonts does not require internet connection now. 
- Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.0 — 2015-04-14

No release notes.

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All apps by Anteneh Sahledengel: https://appshunter.io/developer/549082184

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-06-10.*
