Quick summary

Scribd is an iPhone app that gives users access to a library of more than 170 million documents contributed by a worldwide community. The app is designed for discovering, uploading, and reading texts across countless subjects — from practical how-tos to formal research.

Types of documents available

  • Case studies and industry reports
  • Guides for hobbies and DIY projects
  • Academic theses and dissertations
  • Public records and government publications
  • Technical manuals and user guides
  • Clinical and medical documents
  • Scholarly research papers
  • And many other niche resources

Core features

  • Sync your library so documents are available across all your devices
  • Save items to read later and build a personal collection
  • Download PDFs for offline access when you’re away from the internet
  • Upload your own files to share knowledge with the community
  • Interact with subject experts and enthusiasts to get answers and insight
  • Explore content recommendations tailored to your interests

Pricing and what’s included

A monthly subscription begins at $11.99 and will renew automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the next billing date. The subscription also bundles access to Everand (ebooks and audiobooks) and SlideShare (presentation content) at no additional charge.

Getting started

The Scribd app is free to download from the App Store. Install it to begin exploring millions of documents, save favorites, and sync your reading across devices.

Suggested alternative

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Technical

Title
Scribd: 170M documents
Requirements
  • Android
  • iPhone
Language
English
Available languages
  • English
  • German
  • Portuguese
  • Italian
  • French
  • Spanish
License
  • Free
Latest update
2026-01-22
Author
Scribd Inc.

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