Libby
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VisitLibby vs Readest
What both publish
| Fact | Libby | Readest |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | OverDrive says it does not sell users’ personally identifiable information or use or disclose it for third-party advertising. | The privacy policy says ebooks, notes, highlights, and bookmarks are stored locally by default and are not uploaded without explicit action such as optional syncing. |
| Security | Libby's privacy statement says it encrypts data at rest and in transit, has a dedicated security team and server firewall, and commissions independent security audits. | The privacy policy says Readest uses encryption for sensitive data and secure app code practices, while noting that no electronic storage or transmission method is completely secure. |
| Support | Users can contact Libby Support through the app's Help & Support menu or use the support form if they cannot reach support in the app. | Free and paid users can get support through documentation, community channels, GitHub issues, and support email. |
Libby plans
- LibbyFree
Readest plans
- Free PlanFree
- Plus Plan$4.99 a month
- Pro Plan$9.99 a month
- Lifetime storage 1 GB$9.99, paid once
- Lifetime storage 2 GB$14.99, paid once
- Full Customization$19.99, paid once
Pick Libby if…
Libby suits library cardholders who want to borrow digital books, audiobooks, and magazines without a subscription. It can work for mobile offline reading or listening, while browser use requires an internet connection.
Pick Readest if…
Readest suits readers who want annotation, lookup, translation, or text-to-speech alongside ebook reading. Its side-by-side mode may appeal to people reading two books in parallel.