# Publica e-reader

> Blockchain-powered e-reader for managing and sharing tokenized books. (iPhone/iPad app by Scandi Inc.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/publica-e-reader/id1353789801 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Scandi Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1209746502)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.80/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 65 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-06-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/publica-e-reader/id1353789801/reviews.md

## What is Publica e?

Publica e-reader app is the official app of the Publica.com, an evolutionary publishing platform using blockchain technology to innovate in how books are distributed and read.

Publica's e-reader app is the first app ever to allow users to access or send a book using a token! 

How Publica works:

Each book available on Publica platform represented by a unique token. Using Publica's e-reader app users can access all books they own under their Publica account (in their wallet). It is possible to have multiple copies of a book and send ebooks to other people (by sending the token from one user to another).

By leveraging the blockchain technology users can now send and receive books from and to anywhere in the world! All records are happening under-the-hood, to make the user experience as smooth as possible.

Main features:

You can read books from your Publica account on a simple, easy-to-use interface.

E-reader features:
- Simple, easy-to-use interface.
- Full ePub format compatibility. 
- Day & Night mode. 
- Multiple fonts & size for the best reading experience. 
- Text-to-speech functionality. 

Wallet features:
- Import your existing or create an entirely new "e-book wallet" to access and read ebooks.
- You can have more than one copy of a book to send it, give away or just store it as a collectible.
- Full backup functionality. 

Find out more about the Publica platform at https://www.publica.com

## Key features

- Tokenized book access
- Send/receive ebooks
- ePub format compatibility
- Day & Night mode
- Customizable fonts and sizes
- Text-to-speech functionality
- Digital wallet for books

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/publica-e-reader/id1353789801/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App crashes

*2021-06-03*

App crashes when I try to read a book I've purchased.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2020-07-28*

Horrible app. Never works , always crashes.  Insane security retrieval system from the Stone Age.  Interesting concept terrible execution. Don’t bother.

### 2/5 — Needs to be fixed

*2019-05-18*

It has an error message it needs to be fixed balance amount always says 0 and error message when refreshing plz fix

## Frequently asked questions about Publica e

### How does Publica e-reader manage book ownership?

Publica e-reader uses blockchain technology where each book is represented by a unique token. Users can access books they own through their Publica account and manage them within their digital wallet.

### Can I share books I own with others using Publica e-reader?

Yes, you can send ebooks to other people by transferring the book's token from your Publica wallet to theirs, allowing for global sharing.

### What reading customization options does Publica e-reader offer?

The e-reader provides a simple interface with full ePub format compatibility, day and night modes, multiple font choices, and adjustable text sizes for an optimal reading experience.

### Does Publica e-reader support offline reading?

The provided description focuses on accessing books via a Publica account and blockchain functionality. It does not explicitly mention offline reading capabilities for downloaded ePub files.

### What devices is Publica e-reader available on?

Publica e-reader is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Publica e-reader?

Publica e-reader has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

### How often is Publica e-reader updated?

The latest version of Publica e-reader is 0.7.0, which was last updated on August 16, 2018. This indicates a less frequent update schedule.

### Does Publica e-reader have ads?

No, Publica e-reader does not contain advertisements, as indicated by the 'hasAds' flag being false.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 0.7.0 — 2018-08-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Balance is displayed in full amount on wallet screen
- New screenshots

### 0.6 — 2018-07-12

ICO Book display update

### 0.5 — 2018-06-14

ICO BOOK token UI updates

### 0.4 — 2018-06-11

ICO Book token

### 0.3 — 2018-05-31

Minor improvements

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