Offline Reading
Download Bible translations to read without an internet connection.
Access Offline Settings
- Go to Settings
- Select Offline Reading
Offline Reading Page
The page displays:
Storage Info
- Downloaded: How much you've downloaded
- Device storage: Available space on your device
Available Translations
List of translations you can download, each showing:
- Full name and abbreviation
- Approximate size (~4 MB each)
- Download button
Available Translations for Download
| Translation | Size |
|-------------|------|
| Literal Standard Version (LSV) | ~4 MB |
| King James Version (KJV) | ~4 MB |
| American Standard Version (ASV) | ~4 MB |
| Young's Literal Translation (YLT) | ~4 MB |
| New Heart English Bible (NHEB) | ~4 MB |
Download a Translation
- Find the translation you want
- Tap the Download button
- Wait for the download to complete
- The button changes to indicate it's downloaded
What Gets Downloaded
When you download a translation:
- All 66 books of the Bible
- Complete text for offline reading
- Search functionality (when available)
Storage Requirements
Each translation requires approximately 4-6 MB:
- Downloading all 5 translations: ~20-30 MB
- Stored in your browser/app cache
- Persists between sessions (when PWA installed)
Using Offline Content
After downloading:
- Open the Bible reader
- Select your downloaded translation
- Navigate and read normally
- Works without internet connection
What's NOT Available Offline
Some features require internet:
- AI question answering (Ask feature)
- Syncing reading progress
- Loading new plans
- Study group features
- Account sign-in
Managing Downloads
Remove Downloaded Content
- Go to Offline Reading settings
- Find the downloaded translation
- Tap Remove or the delete option
- Confirm removal
Clear All Downloads
Clear your browser cache to remove all offline content. Note: This also signs you out and clears other cached data.
Tips for Offline Use
Before a Trip
- Download your preferred translation
- Mark which chapters you want to read
- Test offline access before departing
Low Storage
If storage is limited:
- Download only one translation
- Choose your primary reading translation
- KJV and LSV are most popular
PWA Recommended
Installing the PWA (home screen app) provides:
- More reliable offline storage
- Better cache persistence
- App-like offline experience
Next Steps