# Cambridge Bookshelf

> Digital platform for accessing and reading Cambridge University Press eBooks. (iPhone/iPad app by Cambridge University Press & Assessment (App).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cambridge-bookshelf/id893406848 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Cambridge University Press & Assessment (App)](https://appshunter.io/developer/345571525)
- Category: Education, Books
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.27/5 from 30 App Store ratings · 24 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 103 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-08-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cambridge-bookshelf/id893406848/reviews.md

## What is Cambridge Bookshelf?

Download eBooks for your favourite series from Cambridge University Press and use them on your tablet or mobile phone.

· Activate your eBook at bookshelf.cambridge.org using an access code from your book or a code bought from your local distributor. Please note that you'll need to do this on a desktop or a laptop. 

· Customise your learning – use the built-in tools including bookmarks, notes and highlights for a more personalised experience.

· Sync your eBooks – the app lets you read the same eBooks across devices and syncs automatically your bookmarks, notes and highlights.

· Learn offline – download your eBooks and use them offline wherever you wish. Your progress will be saved on your device and synced next time you’re connected to the internet.

When downloading eBooks, we recommend that you use your home wi-fi connection. Use of public wi-fi networks or mobile data is not recommended.

For FAQs and full technical requirements, please go to cambridge.org/bookshelf/faq. For technical support, please contact ptsupport@cambridge.org.

## Key features

- Download eBooks
- Personalized learning tools
- Cross-device syncing
- Offline reading
- Bookmarks, notes, and highlights

## Recent user reviews (10 of 24)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cambridge-bookshelf/id893406848/reviews.md

### 1/5 — its an awful app

*2022-07-14, version 3.2.14*

Don launch it; it has 7 samples, which is practically useless.

### 5/5 — Love this app

*2021-12-31, version 3.2.11*

Easy to buy books from this app. And easy to learn English everyday. If I want to know how to pronounce the word, I just click the button. It’s best app for learning English.

### 1/5 — Lie!

*2021-10-22, version 3.2.11*

It’s said have lots of english learning book, but when I downloaded, only 7 books they have!!

### 5/5 — To Cambridge

*2021-06-29, version 3.2.9*

This is the best app ever,I don’t know why people have trouble using it . I just want to thank you all for your devotions to teach the world.Thank you again!

### 1/5 — Why can’t I logging my account ！！？？

*2021-04-27, version 3.2.8*

since I updated

### 1/5 — Return my money

*2021-04-26, version 3.2.8*

This app doesn’t work.

### 3/5 — Log out on actual usage please

*2021-03-28, version 3.2.7*

The idea is awesome. The implementation needs improvement. I may sound somewhat frustrated so please apologize me for my tone. Well I wouldn’t be, had I paid much less for the book. 

First. I can’t find where else I’m logged in. And even then, I’m supposed to already be logged out there as described in another review developer’s answer. So if I don’t actually use any other device - I would’ve remembered entering my password there!- why am I still logged out every time I’m trying to return back on this single device? This discourages from using the app and encourages a usage of a simple to remember password (read insecurity). Could you rethink please the way this logic is implemented? May be add face id/fingerprint at least? Even my bank account apps allow that! I don’t think Cambridge can’t higher someone who can fix it. 

Second. The exercises section in the English Grammar in Use is impossible to use on iPhones even with a large screen like mine 11Pro.  As soon as you attempt to enter a value it zooms the page in and when you finish your answer and move on then suddenly the whole visible area becomes trimmed to 1/5 of the screen. You have to be an acrobat to try to navigate and finish the assessment! Then clicking the confirmation button and scrolling back to it with two fingers to the middle to click it one more time, well I hope you’re imagining. 

I was hoping to USE the electronic version and the cost of the book seems to include the high quality ebook although it may say “free” ebook included. However it’s not the case. That’s why I’m disappointed with the purchase as I’m forced to only use the paper version. 

Despite that please keep up your hard work, I will definitely change the review when these ugly bugs get resolved. Thank you for listening!

### 1/5 — The quizzes are not working

*2021-03-15, version 3.2.7*

When you try to complete the quizzes the screen turning white.

### 1/5 — Apple Pencil

*2021-02-01, version 3.2.6*

We’re in 2021 why there isn’t any feature that allow us to use the Apple Pencil on the book??? 
If I had any other option for my course classes book I wouldn’t choose this app.

### 2/5 — The App keeps asking me to sign in

*2021-01-03, version 3.2.6*

Even though I successfully logged in, it is quite a burden for me to log in for several times

## Frequently asked questions about Cambridge Bookshelf

### What is Cambridge Bookshelf?

Cambridge Bookshelf is a mobile application that allows you to download and read eBooks from Cambridge University Press. It provides tools to enhance your reading and learning experience, such as notes, bookmarks, and highlights, and allows you to sync your progress across multiple devices.

### How do I activate my eBook?

To activate your eBook, you need to visit bookshelf.cambridge.org on a desktop or laptop computer. You will need an access code that comes with your physical book or was purchased from a local distributor. Once activated, the eBook will be available in your app.

### Can I use the app offline?

Yes, you can download your eBooks within the app and read them offline. Your reading progress, including bookmarks, notes, and highlights, will be saved on your device and will sync automatically the next time you connect to the internet.

### Is Cambridge Bookshelf free to use?

The Cambridge Bookshelf application itself is free to download and use. However, you need to have purchased or have access codes for the Cambridge University Press eBooks that you wish to read within the app.

### What devices is Cambridge Bookshelf compatible with?

The app is designed for use on tablets and mobile phones. For specific technical requirements and compatibility details, it is recommended to visit cambridge.org/bookshelf/faq.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.2.14 — 2022-06-30

Users account deletion
The new feature available in the profile editor will allow users to directly request their accounts to be deleted.

Bug fixes and performance enhancements

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