If you're a Readly subscriber, you might wonder: Can I read magazines online? Can I download Readly for offline access? Is there a way to save my favorite issues as PDFs for backup? The answer is yes—this guide covers everything you need to know, from online reading to offline downloads and even converting magazines to PDF.
1. Read Readly Magazines Online
With a Readly subscription, you get unlimited access to over 8,000 magazines on your mobile or tablet via the Readly app.
Read Readly Magazines Online on Android or iPhone with the Readly App
The Readly app features a user-friendly interface for easy browsing and flipping through pages. You’ll get instant access to the latest issues, plus cross-device synchronization to continue reading across multiple devices.
Step 1 Download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Log in with your Readly credentials.
Step 2 Browse available magazines and tap book cover to go to the magazine details. Then tap "Read" to start reading.
Can I Read Readly Magazines on PC or Mac?
Sure, you can read Readly magazines online on your computer via web browser.
Step 1 Visit go.readly.com. Log in with your Readly account email and password.
Step 1 Then you can explore to find any magazines you're interested in—simply click the cover to open and read it online.
Navigation tips:
Drag the slider at the bottom or use arrow keys to scroll quickly.
Click or drag the page feed to move between spreads.
2. Download Readly for Offline Reading
Readly allows offline downloads within its app, so you can enjoy magazines without an internet connection.
If you need to download a magazine for offline reading, just follow the steps below.
Step 1 Open the Readly app and navigate to the magazine you want to download.
Step 2 Tap the magazine cover, then tap the “...More” button to display additional options. Select the “Download” option and wait a few seconds for it to complete.
Once downloaded, you can read the magazine without an internet connection.
How to find your downloaded Readly magazines?
Go to “My Library” and tap the “Downloads” tab. Here, you’ll see all the magazines you are currently downloading as well as those already downloaded.
- Downloaded magazines will have a green checkmark circle.
- Magazines still downloading will have a green circle that is not yet filled.
Note: Downloaded magazines are tied to your Readly account and can only be accessed through the app (not as standalone files).
How many Readly magazines can be downloaded to your devices?
You can set the maximum number of Readly magazines that can be downloaded to your device—anywhere from 30 to 500. Once this limit is reached, the oldest magazines will be deleted to make room for new ones. You can adjust this setting in the app’s settings menu.
3. Convert Readly Magazines to PDF for Flexible Reading
While Readly provides excellent online and offline reading options through its dedicated apps, you might want more flexibility. What if you prefer using other e-reader apps or need to archive your favorite issues? How about converting Readly magzines to pdf?
While Readly doesn’t natively support PDF exports, you can use the Epubor Readly Mate to export Readly magazines as pdf for backup.
Step 1 Download Readly Magazines to your Android emulator on Windows or Mac.
Step 2 Launch Epubor Readly Mate to convert convert Readly to PDF format with 100% original quality. If you need more instructions, please read How to Convert Readly Magazines to PDF to learn more.
Why Save Readly Magazines as PDFs?
1. Preserve favorites: Keep discontinued or special editions forever.
2. Read anywhere: PDFs can be opened on any device, even without the Readly app.
3. Offline access: Offline PDF is convenient for offline access without internet connection.
Final Thoughts
Readly’s subscription grants seamless online and offline access, but converting magazines to PDF requires extra steps. Whether you’re archiving rare issues or prepping for a trip without Wi-Fi, this guide ensures you never lose access to your favorite content.
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Iris Yan is a passionate member of the Epubor team, dedicated to enhancing your ebook reading experience. She shares insightful tips, tricks, and practical advice to help you get the most out of your digital library. Join her on the journey to reading excellence today!
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