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JW Library

JW Library

by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc.

48K ratings
1465 reviews
#84 in free Reference
📚 Education
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Free

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Released
October 7, 2013
Updated
October 5, 2026

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Developer

Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc.
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This app facilitates in-depth Bible study by providing access to various translations, publications, and media. Users can download content for offline access, compare verses, and organize personal study notes and playlists. It also offers daily Bible texts and materials for meetings.

✓Multiple Bible translations
✓Library of publications
✓Videos and audio programs
✓Music library
✓Daily Bible text
✓Meeting materials
✓Search functionality
✓Personal study tools
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What users say about JW Library

Reviews of JW Library are mostly positive: the Reference app is rated 4.8/5 from 48K App Store ratings. What users like most: incredible quality app, wonderful blessing from Jehovah. Top complaints: app crashes and freezes, syncing issues between devices. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🙌Incredible quality app
  • 🙏Wonderful blessing from Jehovah
  • 🔍Excellent Bible study tool
  • 🗂️All spiritual resources in one place
  • 🎨Customizable highlighting options
  • 🔖Helpful bookmarking and note-taking

Negative things

  • 🐛App crashes and freezes
  • 🔌Syncing issues between devices
  • 🔍Difficulty finding specific content
  • 🔊Volume control problems for audio
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What's New in JW Library

15.9.2

October 5, 2026

Several issues have been fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

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📈 84+13

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This app rose +13 positions in Reference chart.

Last updated on October 29, 2026.

User reviews

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Fantastic! Question?

The new International songs, are they AI or being recorded by real people?
SSSifonte S

My experience

I love the dramas. This is amazing. I'm 83 and it's so easy to use even if ur on ur last legs like me 😃 I love this app.
OKOdessa Kastellos

Thank you!

I love the app. I didn’t find a place for suggestions but would like to suggest being able to change the name of the bookmarks. Especially in the Enjoy Life book.
LLOJONICKNAME

iPhone duo support ?

Will we be having iPhone duo support soon ? It’s pretty unusable at the moment.
AAngel062223

Great app

Best way to learn true from the bible
AMAndy Mur
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Thumbnails disappearing without internet

Bug

Bible book/translation info disappearing from header

Bug

Notes and highlights not syncing properly

Bug

Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Dark mode option

Feature

Handwriting/annotation support

Feature

Improved accessibility for visually impaired

Feature

Playlist and shuffle options for audio

Feature

Automatic sync between devices

Feature

FAQ

What is JW Library?

JW Library is an official app produced by Jehovah's Witnesses designed to enhance Bible reading and personal study. It allows users to download Bible-based publications, videos, and audio programs for anytime, anywhere access.

What are the key features of JW Library?

Key features include access to multiple Bible translations for verse comparison, a library of publications in over 1,000 languages, videos and audio programs, music, daily Bible texts, meeting materials, and powerful search and personal study tools like highlighting and note-taking.

Is JW Library free to use?

Yes, JW Library is a free application. It does not have any in-app purchases or advertisements, making all its features and content accessible without cost.

What kind of content can I find in JW Library?

You can find various Bible translations, books, brochures, articles, videos on Bible teachings, Bible talks, feature dramas, animated series, original music compositions, and daily Bible verses with comments. It also provides materials for midweek and weekend meetings.

How can I use JW Library for personal study?

JW Library supports personal study by allowing you to highlight text, add personal notes, categorize content with tags, and create playlists of music, videos, audio programs, and pictures. You can also compare verses from different Bible translations.