# Litsy

> Social platform for sharing and discovering books through user-generated content. (iPhone/iPad app by LibraryThing.com.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/litsy/id1037017919 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LibraryThing.com](https://appshunter.io/developer/397718884)
- Category: Books, Social Networking
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.30/5 from 331 App Store ratings · 176 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.3 · 77 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-10-03
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/litsy/id1037017919/reviews.md

## What is Litsy?

Where books make friends. 
 
The only thing that matches the joy of reading a great book is sharing that joy with friends.  That’s why we created Litsy.   
 
Litsy is the place to share and discover your favorite books with your favorite people. As readers, our favorite books are recommended by people we respect, not algorithms.
 
The Litsy community is a groundswell of passionate readers, authors and influencers creating short posts about their "reading moments." These posts are made of blurbs, photos, quotes and reviews, and each post is linked to one book. 
 
Since enjoying a book has no end, Litsy is 100% mobile and allows you to capture whatever bookish thoughts you have, whenever you have them. Litsy also makes it easy to “go down the rabbit hole," browsing your feed while on the go. When you find your next book, it’s easy to add it to your stack for future reading. 
 
Talking about books is a feel-good activity. It shares a piece of yourself, and it helps others. To recognize this, we thought it would be fun to invent the world’s first “Litfluence” scoring system. Litfluence is our way of showing that what you say about the books you read matters. 
 
It’s fun.  It’s simple.  It’s rewarding. It’s spoiler-free and free to use. And it’s all about the book.   
 
Sign up and get a little Litsy.

We recommend iOS 9 or newer for the best experience.

## Key features

- Share reading moments
- Discover favorite books
- Community recommendations
- Post blurbs, photos, quotes, reviews
- Link posts to books
- Add books to reading stack
- Litfluence scoring system

## What do users think of Litsy?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Unique concept for book lovers
- 🤝 Friendly and welcoming community
- 📚 Great way to discover new books
- 💬 Ability to share quotes and reviews

**Cons**

- 🐛 Bugs and crashes reported
- 🔍 Difficult to search and find books
- 🔀 Cluttered interface and navigation
- 🔒 Login and account issues

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App not loading or freezing
- Logging in and account problems
- Compatibility issues with newer devices
- Syncing and data loss concerns

**Most requested features**

- Ability to sort and organize books
- Integrate with other book platforms
- More customization and personalization options
- Improved search and discovery features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 176)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/litsy/id1037017919/reviews.md

### 1/5 — The password!

*2026-07-09, version 2.0.3*

What!?🤬 I can’t set up an account because my password doesn’t meet the requirements. “Must contain letters and number and special characters and be at least 30!!(really) characters long?” Are you kidding? That’s ridiculous.

### 4/5 — Fun, easy to keep up with, interesting

*2026-03-25*

I really enjoy this app, I think it is a great social media space for readers. It's fun posting about books or posting book reviews and seeing what other users post in a platform specifically designated for social media. It's easy to navigate compared to other book-specific apps, and the community that has formed there is wonderful to engage with. Users are always hosting challenges, posting interesting reviews or insights, and engaging with each other in a way that feels meaningful. I do wish I could post more than a single photo at a time.

### 2/5 — It WAS great…

*2024-10-07*

I used to love Litsy, but the app now has so many bugs that I can’t use it. It hasn’t been updated in 5 years, so that’s not shocking!

### 1/5 — Won’t open half the time

*2024-06-19, version 2.0.3*

I used to love this app but now I never know from one day to the next if I can even get on it. Half the time I get a message “unable to check environment”, whatever that means. And clicking “app support” here just takes you to Librarything. I thought maybe I’d missed an update but apparently the last one was five years ago so I guess the creators have just abandoned it.

### 1/5 — Recent issues

*2023-06-05, version 2.0.3*

Recently I was logged out and cannot log back in due to I always used Facebook as my log in and it gives an error.. so after being a user from the beginning of the app I have to start anew.. frustrated. I love litsy but looks like they need to do some app maintence

### 4/5 — Almost perfect!

*2022-01-02, version 2.0.3*

I love this app. I mean it! I have made friends, exchanged books, joined reading groups, sent snd received presents. Love it! The people are ALL bookish and kind. My ONLY complaint is not being able to zoom in on a photo so we can see details. That’s really it. Please fix this one flaw. 💗😁

### 4/5 — Unique and Friendly

*2021-02-26*

Relatively good app so far, easy to use and filled with nice people. I love the unique concept of an app dedicated for book lovers. Though I wish it had a larger user base so that posts would get more interaction and that the occasional slow loading of the app would be fixed. Most importantly, are there going to be any updates on this app? I don’t want to get invested in an app that has been abandoned by the developers...

### 5/5 — Perfect for Booklovers

*2021-02-20*

I’ve been on Litsy for about 3 years now, and I have to say it’s my favorite book space/social media. Everyone talks about books, bookish things, and sometimes other things going on in their lives that makes you feel more connected with a person than on other sites. Everyone is very friendly and it’s fun to have a debate on a book, passage, or discussion. Some even post buddy reading days, readathon weekends/holidays, and book club reads! Overall it’s my favorite safe place.

### 1/5 — No idea what possible use it could be

*2020-08-12, version 2.0.3*

No idea what use it could possibly be since there appears no way to add the books I’ve finished reading, am reading, or want to read.

### 1/5 — Why did you delete my review

*2020-08-10, version 2.0.3*

I couldn’t log into the account because it says Forbidden. Is this how you treat your users?

## Frequently asked questions about Litsy

### What is Litsy?

Litsy is a mobile application designed for readers to share and discover books within a community. It allows users to create "reading moments" by posting blurbs, photos, quotes, and reviews, all linked to specific books. The app emphasizes recommendations from people you respect over algorithms.

### How does Litsy work?

Users can share their thoughts on books through short posts that include text, images, quotes, or reviews, and each post is connected to a specific book. You can browse your feed to discover new books, add them to your reading stack, and engage with content from other users. The app also features a "Litfluence" score to recognize valuable contributions.

### Is Litsy free to use?

Yes, Litsy is completely free to use. The description explicitly states that it is "free to use" and does not mention any in-app purchases or subscription models.

### What are the system requirements for Litsy?

For the best experience, Litsy recommends iOS 9 or newer. This ensures compatibility with the app's features and optimal performance on your device.

### What kind of content can I share on Litsy?

You can share "reading moments" which consist of blurbs, photos, quotes, and reviews related to books. Each piece of content is linked to a specific book, allowing others to easily find and discuss it. The platform is spoiler-free, making it safe for everyone to share their thoughts.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.3 — 2019-02-14

• Fixed missing stickers in image editor
• Fixed white screen o' death, but you may have to sign in again.
• iPhone X support.
• A few minor visual improvements

### 2.0.2 — 2019-02-11

Bug fixes.

### 2.0.1 — 2018-05-10

Fix for blank content screen bug.

### 2.0 — 2018-05-09

Minor bug fixes and optimizations.

### 1.9 — 2017-10-17

It is a truth universally acknowledged that a bookworm in possession of an iPhone must be in want of a Litsy update.  New in 1.9: updated image editor and a fix for iOS 11 keyboards!

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