# Syriac Reader — Read Syriac on your device

> Read Syriac letters on iOS devices and the web with font options. (iPhone/iPad app by Anteneh Sahledengel.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syriac-reader/id980346488 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Anteneh Sahledengel](https://appshunter.io/developer/549082184)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 15 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2015-04-15
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syriac-reader/id980346488/reviews.md

## What is Syriac Reader?

Ever followed a link only to find out it is just boxes? Syriac reader is an easy to use app that enables you to read Syriac letters on your iPhone and iPad. It also includes a Safari extension that lets you read Syriac letters on the web in Safari. It translates all the boxes to Syriac letters with a single tap.

This version includes
 - Two Syriac fonts to be installed on your device - Serto Jerusalem and Estrangelo Midyat fonts
- Fast and easy to use Safari extension to read Syriac letters on the web

## Key features

- Read Syriac letters on iPhone and iPad
- Safari extension for web reading
- Translate unreadable characters
- Includes Serto Jerusalem font
- Includes Estrangelo Midyat font

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/syriac-reader/id980346488/reviews.md

### 2/5 — The app

*2019-11-09*

Not bad

### 1/5 — Doesn’t Work

*2017-10-27*

This app is not ready for prime time. I cannot get it to work. Give it a pass.

## Frequently asked questions about Syriac Reader

### Does Syriac Reader have ads?

No, Syriac Reader does not contain advertisements.

### What devices does Syriac Reader support?

Syriac Reader is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod.

### What is the age rating for Syriac Reader?

Syriac Reader has an age rating of 4+.

### How often is Syriac Reader updated?

The app was last updated on October 7, 2017, with version 3.2. The initial release was on April 15, 2015.

### What Syriac fonts are included with Syriac Reader?

Syriac Reader includes two Syriac fonts for installation on your device: Serto Jerusalem and Estrangelo Midyat.

### Can Syriac Reader be used offline?

The description does not specify offline functionality, but reading Syriac letters and using the Safari extension are likely to require an internet connection for web content.

### What do users think of Syriac Reader?

Syriac Reader has an average rating of 3.6 stars from 5 ratings, indicating a mixed but generally positive user sentiment.

### How does Syriac Reader's Safari extension work?

The Safari extension allows you to read Syriac letters directly on web pages within Safari. It translates any unreadable boxes into proper Syriac letters with a single tap.

## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 3.2 — 2017-10-07

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

Minor bug fix.

### 3.0 — 2016-09-26

Font is now verified and you won't get complaint when installing

### 2.0 — 2016-03-14

- Installing fonts does not require internet connection now. 
- Bug fixes and improvements

### 1.0 — 2015-04-14

No release notes.

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All apps by Anteneh Sahledengel: https://appshunter.io/developer/549082184

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