# JW Library

> Bible study and reading app with publications, media, and personal study tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-library/id672417831 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Watchtower Bible and Tract Society of New York, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/672417834)
- Category: Reference, Education
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 47,559 App Store ratings · 1,377 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15 · 191 MB
- Languages: American English, Afrikaans, Akan, Albanian, Amharic, Arabic, Armenian, Assamese, Aymara, Azerbaijani and 151 more
- Released: 2013-10-07
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-library/id672417831/reviews.md

## What is JW Library?

The JW Library app* is designed to enhance your Bible reading and deepen your personal study. Download Bible-based publications, videos, and audio programs to access your content anytime, anywhere.

Multiple Bible Translations
• Read God’s Word and compare verses from various Bible translations available in hundreds of languages.

Library of Publications
• Download books, brochures, and articles in over 1,000 languages, including more than 100 sign languages.

Videos and Audio Programs
• Enjoy a variety of programs, including videos on Bible teachings, Bible talks, feature dramas, and animated series.

Music
• Listen to a variety of original compositions, including vocal, orchestral, and instrumental recordings.

Daily Text
• Start your day with a Bible verse and comments containing positive, upbuilding thoughts.

Meetings
• Access material for both midweek and weekend meetings in one location.

Search
• Find specific Bible verses, content, and topics.

Personal Study
• Highlight text, add personal notes, and categorize with tags.

Playlists
• Create and organize playlists of music, videos, audio programs, and pictures.

* JW Library is an official app produced by Jehovah’s Witnesses.

## Key features

- Multiple Bible translations
- Library of publications
- Videos and audio programs
- Music library
- Daily Bible text
- Meeting materials
- Search functionality
- Personal study tools

## Chart rankings

- #92 in Top Free · Reference (US App Store)

## What do users think of JW Library?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🙌 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

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 🔌 Syncing issues between devices
- 🔍 Difficulty finding specific content
- 🔊 Volume control problems for audio

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Thumbnails disappearing without internet
- Bible book/translation info disappearing from header
- Notes and highlights not syncing properly
- Compatibility issues with latest iOS updates

**Most requested features**

- Dark mode option
- Handwriting/annotation support
- Improved accessibility for visually impaired
- Playlist and shuffle options for audio
- Automatic sync between devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 1,377)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jw-library/id672417831/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Library

*2026-08-28, version 15.9*

Repeating crash and even delete apps repeatedly tried again same problems.

### 5/5 — The best tool for studying

*2026-08-27, version 15.9*

I lov e this app

### 2/5 — iPhone 16 Pro – Tab Bar Alignment Issue

*2026-08-25, version 15.9*

The bottom tab bar needs some adjustment for the iPhone 16 Pro. The tabs aren’t evenly positioned within the screen’s safe area.

The rightmost tab, “Personal Study,” is sitting too close to the right edge of the screen and looks like it’s almost being cut off. At the same time, the leftmost tab, “Home,” has noticeably more space between it and the left edge than the rightmost tab has from the right edge.

Could you adjust the tab bar so that:

* The entire tab bar stays within the iPhone’s safe-area margins.
* The left and right outer padding are equal.
* The five tabs are evenly distributed across the available width.
* The bottom spacing properly accounts for the iPhone 16 Pro’s home indicator/safe-area inset.

One additional note: while I have a screenshot showing the issue, it actually doesn’t fully capture how far to the right the tab bar appears in real time. On the actual iPhone 16 Pro, the tab bar is positioned even farther to the right, to the point where the “y” in “Personal Study” is almost touching the edge of the screen.

Thank you, brothers!

### 5/5 — Dark Mode

*2026-08-25, version 15.9*

The Watchtower Online Library (WOL.jw.org) has a very bright white background that can be harsh on the eyes. There is no dark mode or black background option when opening or using the library online.

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2026-08-24, version 15.9*

I love this app so much it’s so helpful spiritually

### 5/5 — Love JW Library

*2026-08-24, version 15.9*

Not sure how to contact the developers. This request is regarding the WT ONLINE LIBRARY. Please enable the ability to adjust the Appearance Settings to accommodate Dark Mode or System Settings. 
Thanks so much for easing the eye strain for those of us who do our best studying and meditation during sleepless nights.

### 4/5 — Highlight feature for marginal references

*2026-08-21, version 15.9*

Incredible app that continues to get better every week it seems. But one feature I would love to have would be to be able to highlight and put notes in the marginal references. That way my personal study could be that much more enhanced.

### 5/5 — 可以改进的地方

*2026-08-20, version 15.9*

谢谢DX的辛勤工作与付出！
有一些个人的使用建议：
1.圣经页面 两边的边距是否可以更小一点,这样可以容纳更多的字,比如现在的页面 两边 可以分别增加1-2个字.
2.字体是否可以增加更细的大小,比如现在的设定假设为10太小,设置为11 字又太大 是否可以增加"10.5"这样的字体.(就是类似x.5这样的字体)
3.标注颜色:现在有单排的几个颜色,是否可以增加为上下双排颜色,这样更多的颜色可以更细的分类划线)
4.中间那个圆形的紫色箭头 是否可以做的小一点 或者类似 透明 或者只有一个小箭头,这样不占用文字的空间,也可以把左边的文字页边距做的更小,显示更多的文字.
5.左边的注释,是否可以做成可以单独调节字体大小.就跟单机版书库那样 可以自定义字体大小,而不是随着左侧的字体大小调节自动变化。
       以上是个人一点浅薄的建议,谢谢DX们的辛勤工作。我爱你们！
      如果有渠道 我可以把简单的设计图给你们参考。不过我在ZH国。

### 5/5 — All good but….

*2026-08-18, version 15.9*

It stopped working on my iphone its frozen on loading and then the app closes by itself

### 5/5 — Problem with format when copying or pasting

*2026-08-18, version 15.9*

The problem started after the last update. When I print from the research guide, text comes out jumbo together. It is not separated by the different articles. So have to go in and attempt to separate each article.  

Thank you for any assistance you can give.

## Frequently asked questions about JW Library

### 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.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 15.9 — 2026-07-02

- You can open multiple JW Library windows at the same time on devices running iPadOS® 15 or macOS® 11 and later.
- Several issues have been fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

### 15.8.1 — 2026-05-11

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

### 15.8 — 2026-04-30

- The "Watch Now" feature on the Video page of the Library tab shuffles and plays all videos.
- When watching a video, you can use the language selector to choose a different language.
- Several issues are fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

### 15.7 — 2026-03-09

- The study pane in the Bible displays distinct scene images for clips from The Good News According to Jesus.
- Several issues are fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

### 15.6 — 2025-12-30

- Use the Search button on the Library tab to find publications, videos, or audio by title.
- Several issues are fixed, including some that were causing the app to crash.

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