Folio: Book Friends & Journal
Reading Tracker & Buddy Reads
About
This app facilitates deep connections through shared reading experiences. Users can invite others to read a book together, fostering meaningful interactions beyond superficial matching. It also serves as a personal digital bookshelf for tracking reading progress and thoughts.
What's New in Folio
1.0.19
October 28, 2026
Folio v1.0.19 【Fixed in this version】 • Fixed a crash on iPhone when opening "Phone wallpaper" or choosing "Books" for your days 【A reading journal for every day you read】 • Check in with a photo of what you're reading, how far you got and a few words • Every reading day becomes a square on your calendar • No photo? Check in anyway and add one later • Post the photo and your words to the book's sticky wall in one go • The words in your check-ins are saved to the cloud and come back on a new phone 【Start reading: a quiet timer】 • Pick a scene: a rainy window, by the fireplace, next to the piano, or lights out • Set a timer if you like. When time's up you get a gentle nudge, never a hard stop • Log the pages you read and your shelf progress moves forward 【Reading goals】 • Read a few days a week, finish a number of books this month or this year, or work through a list • Every book you finish takes its place on your little shelf 【Recaps and sharing】 • A stack of recap cards each month, ready to save and share • Turn a favorite line into a quote card with the cover or your photo • Lay this month's books onto a calendar wallpaper for your phone 【Every book gets its own page】 • Your start and finish dates and your check-in photos for the book, all in one place • Scan a page: snap a passage and it becomes your sticky-note text, vertical text included (10 free scans a month) 【Your reader's card】 • Tap your avatar on the Me tab to open your reader's card. Flip it, or save it as an image • Others can see it by default, and you can turn that off on the card's page 【Support Folio】 • New yearly plans: pay for 8 months, read for 12 • First-time subscribers can try it free for 3 days • Supporters can use every background, paper and layout • Supporters' check-in photos, uploaded backgrounds and quote card drafts are backed up automatically, with location data removed from photos first 【Fixes and tweaks】 • "Post it" now sits right next to where you write • Removed the unused microphone permission • Better layouts with larger text sizes • Bug fixes [Dev's note]: I spent almost a month building reading features, and I've just started sending out my résumé, so wish me luck!!! Please keep supporting Folio, and we'll keep reading with you ~
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FAQ
What is Folio 以書會友?
Folio 以書會友 is a social networking app designed for users to connect with others through shared reading experiences. It focuses on building deeper relationships by using books as a starting point for conversation and connection.
How does Folio 以書會友 work?
Users can post an invitation for a book they want to read, and others can apply to co-read. Once matched, a co-reading room unlocks after both users reach 25% progress, allowing for conversation and note-sharing.
Can I use Folio 以書會友 for dating?
Yes, Folio 以書會友 offers an option to find potential romantic connections through shared reading. However, it also caters to users looking purely for friendship or a more casual reading companion.
What are the co-reading stages in Folio 以書會友?
The co-reading process involves four stages: posting an invitation, applying to join, co-reading with progress-based chat unlocking, and finally, organizing notes into a shareable纪念卡 (memory card).
Is Folio 以書會友 free to use?
Yes, Folio 以書會友 is available for free. The app does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, focusing on a pure user experience.
What is the age rating for Folio 以書會友?
Folio 以書會友 is designed for users aged 17 and above. The app emphasizes mature interactions and thoughtful engagement with literature.
How often is Folio 以書會友 updated?
The latest version of Folio 以書會友 is 1.0.11, and it was last updated on July 21, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.
What devices does Folio 以書會友 support?
Folio 以書會友 is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. The app is optimized for iOS users.
