encircled - books
books between friends
About
Organize your personal book collection and share it with trusted friends. Easily lend and track borrowed books with confirmation for returns, all within private, invite-only circles.
What's New in encircled
1.2
May 16, 2026
• Tap a push notification and it now opens the right conversation, circle, or book. • Fixed an issue where the Create Account button could grey out during signup on a flaky connection. • You can now hide individual books from specific circles — go to a book you own and look for "Visible in". • Added a "forgot password?" link on the sign-in screen. • Polish: cleaner book detail menu, friendlier leave-circle copy, faster Settings.
MoreFAQ
How do I add books to Encircled?
You can add books to your Encircled shelf by scanning their barcode. This makes it quick and easy to catalog your collection.
Can I lend books to anyone on Encircled?
No, Encircled is designed for sharing with trusted friends. You can create private, invite-only 'circles' of friends to share specific books with.
How does Encircled handle book returns?
When a friend returns a book, both you and the borrower confirm the return within the app. This ensures that lending transactions are properly closed and nothing gets lost.
Is Encircled free to use?
Yes, Encircled is free to install and free to use. It is built by a small team and does not have any associated costs for users.
What kind of books can I track with Encircled?
Encircled is for the books you actually own and want to share with friends. It is not a marketplace or a place to track every book you've ever read, but rather your personal physical collection.
Does Encircled have ads?
No, Encircled is ad-free. The app is built by a small team and focuses on providing a clean user experience without advertisements.
What devices does Encircled support?
Currently, Encircled is supported on iPhone devices. Future platform expansions may be considered based on user demand.
How often is Encircled updated?
The latest version of Encircled is 1.2, which was last updated on May 16, 2026. Updates typically address bug fixes and feature enhancements.