Home FAQs

Common questions.

Pricing, sync, privacy, importing, languages, and platforms.

Is there a subscription?

No. One purchase covers iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and updates for this major version.

Does Athos support Family Sharing?

Yes. One purchase supports up to six Family Sharing members, each with a private library.

How do I restore my purchase on a new device?

Use the same App Store Apple ID. Athos unlocks automatically; there is no separate account.

Where does my library actually live?

On your devices, with an iCloud copy if sync is on. Athos has no backend for your library.

Can I leave Athos and take my data?

Yes. Export to CSV or JSON from Settings → Data → Export.

Does Athos collect any analytics?

No analytics or tracking. Feedback comes by email, not usage data. See the privacy policy.

Does the scanner work without an internet connection?

Captured offline and queued; details fill in when you reconnect.

Does Athos work without iCloud?

Yes — sync is opt-in. Run Athos as a single-device library and your data stays entirely on that device.

How long does sync take?

Most edits sync in seconds. First sync for large libraries can take a few minutes, mostly for covers.

What if I edit the same book on two devices while offline?

Athos merges field by field. Notes are kept; last-edited status fields win.

How do imports handle duplicates?

ISBN first, then fuzzy title and author matches. You review each match before import.

Which apps can I migrate from?

Twelve sources: Goodreads, StoryGraph, LibraryThing, Calibre, Libib, Delicious Library, Book Tracker, Book Buddy, Open Library, ISBN lists, CSV, and JSON.

Will it work in my language?

Yes. Athos includes 33 language and region options. The full emoji list is on the home page.

What's the relationship with Apple Books?

None. Athos catalogues owned books in any format. Apple Books is one metadata source for cover art.

Can I track ebooks and audiobooks too?

Yes. Use hardcover, paperback, ebook, audiobook, or custom formats.

Is there a Windows or Android version?

No. Athos is built for Apple platforms.

Contact

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