Kiveo: Book & Reading Journal

Kiveo: Book & Reading Journal

Sessions, quotes & quiet log

4 ratings
2 reviews
Free
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Released
December 15, 2025
Updated
September 30, 2026
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A private reading journal for book lovers. Track reading sessions, organize your library, and save reflections without social pressure or ads. Focus on your reading experience.

✓Track reading sessions with Live Activity
✓Organize books into custom shelves
✓Save reflections and quotes
✓Set gentle daily reading reminders
✓Manage a curated Nightstand queue
✓Private, on-device data storage
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What's New in Kiveo

1.3.4

September 30, 2026

A few small fixes to make your library feel right again. • Tap a cover and that's the book you get. Right after adding a new book, covers in Recently Added and on your shelves could open the book next to them until you restarted Kiveo. • Choosing shelves for a book you've just added no longer closes and reopens on its own. • Manage Books on a shelf scrolls and ticks smoothly again, even in big libraries. Picking a book for your Nightstand is quicker too. • On a book's page, the status tag now sits neatly under the In Library button when the book has no page count.

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Intentions and Quote Scanning

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User reviews

Great app!

I love the app as a more thoughtful and private alternative to goodreads etc. Developers were thoughtful and responsive when I encountered a minor issue, and the app is constantly improving.

Response from developer

Thank you so much for the update, and for taking the time to help track down that issue. Building Kiveo as a thoughtful, private place for your reading is exactly the goal, and feedback like yours shapes what comes next. Happy reading!

Good app; some bugs

Overall love the app as a more thoughtful and private alternative to goodreads etc. I am encountering an issue with removing an unwanted book from my leaf pile, however—it does not remain removed even after repeated deletion. Also, it would be nice if shelves themselves could be automatically organised by most recent activity rather than just the books in shelves.
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FAQ

What is Kiveo's primary function?

Kiveo is designed as a private reading journal and tracker. It allows users to log reading sessions, organize their book library, and save personal notes and quotes without social features or advertisements.

How does Kiveo handle tracking reading sessions?

You can start a 'Live Session' when you begin reading, which tracks your time and progress. This information can also be displayed on your lock screen via Live Activity. Past sessions can be added if you forget to track them in real-time.

Can I organize my books in Kiveo?

Yes, Kiveo allows you to build your personal library by organizing books into custom shelves. You can add books by scanning barcodes or searching by title, and even swap editions while retaining your notes and progress.

Does Kiveo have social features?

No, Kiveo is intentionally designed without social features. It focuses on providing a quiet, private space for your reading life, free from feeds, social pressure, or gamification.

Is Kiveo available on multiple devices?

Kiveo is available for iPhone and iPad, providing a consistent experience across Apple devices. Your data is stored privately on your device and iCloud.

How often is Kiveo updated?

The latest version of Kiveo is 1.2.7, and it was last updated on July 3, 2026. This indicates a recent update, suggesting ongoing development and support.

What is the age rating for Kiveo?

Kiveo has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. The app's content is appropriate for young readers and adults alike.

Does Kiveo have ads?

No, Kiveo is ad-free. The app is designed to provide a distraction-free reading experience, with no advertisements included.