HummingReadBring a book
Import a local file or paste some text. No library subscription to manage.
FREE · OPEN SOURCE · MADE FOR LONG READS
Your books. Your pace.A little more focus.
A calm reader for your books: turn pages or read one word at a time, with notes and your place close at hand.
iPhone & iPad · App Store release in preparation
EPUBFB2DOCXTXTHTMLMDRTF
RSVP / 01
A small change in how you read.
RSVP presents words in one place. Try this short example, then open your own text in the reader. You choose the pace; a pause is always one tap away.
HUMMINGREADRSVP · DEMO
rhythm
EPUB / FB2 / DOCX / TXT / HTML / MD / RTF
The books you already have.
Bring your own DRM-free books and documents. EPUB, FB2, DOCX, TXT, HTML, Markdown and RTF. Or simply paste a passage.
Find your rhythm
Adjust words per minute, fonts and day or night appearance. Switch to regular text whenever you want.
Keep your place
Pause for context. Search, bookmark and return to your saved reading position.
LOCAL / OFFLINE
Your reading is yours.
The iPhone and iPad app keeps books and progress on your device. No account. No ads. No tracking SDK. Local reading works offline.
Books and progress in the web reader stay in this browser. The app and browser do not sync.
MIT LICENSE
A useful starting point. Yours to make better.
HummingRead is free software under the MIT license. Read the code, fork it, change it, build your own version — with your tools, your ideas, or a little help from AI. Just keep the license notice.
A few things to know.
Will it make me read faster?
It lets you control presentation speed. It does not guarantee faster reading or better comprehension. Start slowly, pause often and choose what feels comfortable.
Where are my books stored?
In the app or browser on your device. There is no cloud sync. Export a backup from Settings before changing devices, clearing browser data or uninstalling.
Does it remove DRM?
No. Import only DRM-free files that you have the right to read. The app does not include a commercial book catalog.
Is it really free?
Yes. All reading features are free, and the source is available under MIT. You can use it, modify it and redistribute it while keeping the license notice.
Can I get it on my iPhone?
The App Store release is in preparation. You can try the web reader today. We will add the App Store link here when the app is available.
Help a small project keep flying.
If HummingRead helps you, share it with someone who likes long reads. Report a rough edge, suggest an idea or contribute a fix. Every bit helps.
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