# KTAVA — Bible reading without ads

> Private, ad-free Bible reader with offline access and study tools. (iPhone/iPad app by Emmanuel Alvarado.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ktava/id6804167751 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Emmanuel Alvarado](https://appshunter.io/developer/6798914751)
- Category: Reference, Books
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 89 MB
- Languages: American English, European Spanish
- Released: 2026-08-26
- Data updated: 2026-10-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ktava/id6804167751/reviews.md

## What is KTAVA?

Your Bible. Your space.
Read a passage. Take a moment. Return to what inspires you.

The complete Bible to read free in English and Spanish, offline and without ads. Adjust its type, size and theme. Tools for creating, studying and sharing are part of KTAVA Premium.

ONE BIBLE. SO MANY MOMENTS.
66 books. English and Spanish. No ads. Read the complete Bible offline; Search words, phrases and references; Turn the page with your finger; Adjust type, size and theme.

READ THE PASSAGE. OPEN THE CONTEXT. · KTAVA PREMIUM
A guide to observe, understand and reflect. What it says: guided steps and questions; Book and section context; Explore the study sources; Save your own reflection.

CLOSER TO THE ORIGINAL. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Explore the passage’s Hebrew and Greek. Lemmas and Strong numbers; Transliteration and grammar; Source-based glosses; Tap a word to explore it.

ONE PASSAGE. NEW PATHS. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Follow references. Compare. Make connections. Open the related passage; Explore why the texts connect; Compare passages in one view; Highlight their shared words.

MARK WHAT MOVES YOU. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Stick several notes. Make each passage yours. Several notes per verse and page; Move, rotate and resize each note; Colors, favorites and your library; Save and edit each reflection.

A VERSE. ALWAYS CLOSE. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Six designs to bring your Home Screen to life. Choose 1 to 4 daily changes; Themes, favorites or one fixed verse; Tap to open the displayed verse; Light, dark and paper-inspired styles.

LET THAT VERSE TRAVEL FURTHER. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Six designs. A story worth sharing. Create an image from your verse; Choose the design that feels like you; With its reference and Bible edition; Share to your networks and conversations.

SEVEN DAYS. A NEW HABIT. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Small readings. Moments that matter. Journeys with specific readings; Mark each reading when you finish; Focus sessions and memory practice; Today and reminders at your pace.

FIND IT. FEEL IT AGAIN.
Words, phrases and references. Made simple. Search without worrying about accents; Open results in their passage; Search the Bible offline; Return to your reading afterward.

READ IT. FEEL IT. · KTAVA PREMIUM
Living paper. Golden ink. Your way to read. Enter immersive reading; Enable optional motion and sound; Highlights and favorites in motion; Choose when to turn effects on.

Very long widget passages need a larger size; the system controls refresh timing.

KTAVA Premium is a one-time purchase, without a subscription. Features marked Premium require that purchase or a valid 72-hour trial. The price is shown before confirmation. The trial requires internet for activation and never starts an automatic charge. After it ends, Premium requires a valid purchase; basic reading stays free.

RV1909 and WEB are public domain. STEP Bible data is attributed under CC BY 4.0.

## Key features

- Offline Bible reading
- Multiple Bible versions
- Customizable text and themes
- Private notes and highlights
- Original language word studies
- Thematic and advanced search

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| KTAVA PREMIUM | $7.99 | one-time |


## Is KTAVA safe?

Not enough ratings yet to assess KTAVA.

## Is KTAVA legit?

KTAVA has limited verification signals. The AppsHunter Legitimacy Score for KTAVA is 58 out of 100 points across 7 verification signals from App Store and developer data.

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ktava/id6804167751/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best offline app

*2026-09-27*

The best BIBLE app I’ve tried, without ADS, and totally OFFLINE!

## Frequently asked questions about KTAVA

### What Bibles are available in KTAVA?

KTAVA offers the complete World English Bible and Reina-Valera 1909 versions, both available offline. You can switch between them and maintain your reading progress in each.

### Can I customize the reading experience in KTAVA?

Yes, KTAVA allows extensive customization. You can choose from four typefaces, including OpenDyslexic, three themes, multiple text sizes, line spacing, and margins to suit your preferences.

### Does KTAVA have ads?

No, KTAVA is designed to be an ad-free experience. It does not contain advertisements, analytics, trackers, or require a social network connection.

### What features are included with KTAVA Premium?

KTAVA Premium is a one-time purchase that unlocks advanced study tools, including original Hebrew and Greek words, Strong numbers, lemmas, transliteration, every occurrence of a word, thematic search, and passage connections.

### Is KTAVA available on multiple devices?

KTAVA is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, allowing you to read and study the Bible across your Apple ecosystem.

### How often is KTAVA updated?

The latest version of KTAVA is 1.1.3, and it was last updated on September 10, 2026. Updates are provided to enhance features and reliability.

### Is KTAVA suitable for users with dyslexia?

Yes, KTAVA includes the OpenDyslexic typeface among its font options, specifically designed to improve readability for individuals with dyslexia.

### What is the age rating for KTAVA?

KTAVA has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in Bible study.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.0 — 2026-10-23

Your Bible. Your space. Now, more personal.

• Place several sticky notes, move and rotate them, and make them your size.
• Enjoy smoother gestures, new effects, and an easier way to organize your library.
• Find passages with a more practical search that handles accents.
• Study step by step with passage context, words, and connections.
• Share verses in six designs and personalize your widgets.
• Explore an illustrated guide to free reading and Premium tools.
• Purchase or restore Premium with clearer guidance and easy ways to try again.

Stability and accessibility improvements for peaceful reading.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-10-07

Your verse, your rhythm. Personalize your widgets with 1, 2, 3, or 4 changes a day, themes like peace and hope, or a favorite to memorize. Enjoy clearer verse text that adapts to your widget size; tap to open the passage. Discover a Premium welcome, clearer study guidance, and settings with a preview. Your Bible stays with you, ad-free and offline.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-10-04

A simpler Today screen to continue reading, see the daily verse and start a focused session. New shareable Scripture cards and seven-day journeys about peace, hope and love, with local progress. Improved autonomous widget calendar, passage links and six styles: Warm editorial, Vivid typography, Paper, Night, Reference only and Accent. New illustrated tutorial covering reading, languages, study and widget setup. Updated privacy, purchase and use conditions in English and Spanish. KTAVA still works without an account or ads; Premium remains a one-time purchase. Appearance updates immediately with a reading preview. The 3-day trial includes widgets and tools; a registered activation does not restart upon reinstallation on the same device. Purchase verification and privacy disclosures updated.

### 1.1.3 — 2026-09-10

We improved Focus Session stability and reliability: its timer now stays accurate while the app is in the background and synchronizes better with notifications. We also fixed stale search results, strengthened Premium handling, and completed focus notifications in English and Spanish.

### 1.1.2 — 2026-09-09

We improved the tutorial and added contextual help for study, Hebrew and Greek words, and Focus Session. We also optimized search and memory use. New installations include 3 free Premium days; trials already started keep their original duration.

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