# Tachiyomi *Published:* 2026-06-12 *Author:* Mitja Rutnik Information for educational purposes only .bfak-am{--bg:#FFFFFF;--ink:#0E1A1A;--muted:#4B5C5B;--accent:#1F3837;--surface:#FAF7F2;--terra:#B5532E;--sans:'Inter',system-ui,-apple-system,'Segoe UI',sans-serif;--serif:'Fraunces',Georgia,'Times New Roman',serif;--mono:'JetBrains Mono',ui-monospace,Menlo,Monaco,monospace;color:var(--ink);font-family:var(--sans);font-size:16px;line-height:1.55;font-weight:400;max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;container-type:inline-size;} .bfak-am *{box-sizing:border-box;} .bfak-am a{color:var(--accent);text-decoration:underline;text-underline-offset:3px;text-decoration-thickness:1px;} .bfak-am a:hover{text-decoration-thickness:2px;} .bfak-am code{font-family:var(--mono);font-size:.875em;color:var(--ink);} .bfak-am-hero{margin:0 0 48px;display:flex;gap:20px;align-items:flex-start;} .bfak-am-hero-icon{width:72px;height:72px;border-radius:18px;flex:0 0 auto;} .bfak-am-hero-name{font-family:var(--serif);font-size:40px;line-height:1.1;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:-.02em;color:var(--ink);margin:0 0 8px;} .bfak-am-hero-name em{font-style:italic;color:var(--accent);} .bfak-am-hero-meta{font-size:14px;color:var(--muted);margin:0 0 14px;} .bfak-am-hero-meta strong{color:var(--ink);font-weight:500;} .bfak-am-hero-value{font-size:18px;line-height:1.45;color:var(--ink);margin:0;} .bfak-am-stats{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(4,1fr);gap:24px;margin:0 0 48px;padding:24px 0;border-top:1px solid rgba(31,56,55,.12);border-bottom:1px solid rgba(31,56,55,.12);} @container (max-width:480px){.bfak-am-stats{grid-template-columns:repeat(2,1fr);gap:20px;}} .bfak-am-stat-label{font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.1em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--muted);margin:0 0 6px;} .bfak-am-stat-value{font-family:var(--serif);font-size:22px;font-weight:500;color:var(--ink);} .bfak-am-h2{font-family:var(--serif);font-size:28px;line-height:1.2;font-weight:500;letter-spacing:-.01em;color:var(--ink);margin:64px 0 24px;} .bfak-am-h2 em{font-style:italic;color:var(--accent);} .bfak-am p{margin:0 0 16px;font-size:16px;line-height:1.55;color:var(--ink);} .bfak-am-shots{display:grid;grid-template-columns:repeat(3,1fr);gap:12px;margin:0;} .bfak-am-shots div{aspect-ratio:9/16;border-radius:12px;background:var(--surface);border:1px solid rgba(31,56,55,.1);display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;color:var(--muted);font-size:13px;text-align:center;padding:12px;} .bfak-am-mod-list{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;} .bfak-am-mod-list li{display:grid;grid-template-columns:24px 1fr;gap:14px;margin:0 0 24px;} .bfak-am-mod-list li:last-child{margin-bottom:0;} .bfak-am-check{width:22px;height:22px;border-radius:50%;background:rgba(46,74,71,.1);color:var(--accent);display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;margin-top:2px;} .bfak-am-mod-list strong{display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:500;color:var(--ink);margin:0 0 4px;} .bfak-am-mod-list p{font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:var(--muted);margin:0;} .bfak-am-steps{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;counter-reset:step;} .bfak-am-steps li{counter-increment:step;display:grid;grid-template-columns:32px 1fr;gap:16px;margin:0 0 24px;} .bfak-am-steps li:last-child{margin-bottom:0;} .bfak-am-steps li::before{content:counter(step) ".";font-family:var(--serif);font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:var(--muted);line-height:1.25;} .bfak-am-steps strong{display:block;font-size:16px;font-weight:500;color:var(--ink);margin:0 0 4px;} .bfak-am-steps p{font-size:14px;line-height:1.5;color:var(--muted);margin:0;} .bfak-am-cmp{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:15px;} .bfak-am-cmp th{text-align:left;font-size:12px;letter-spacing:.08em;text-transform:uppercase;color:var(--muted);font-weight:500;padding:0 12px 12px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(31,56,55,.12);} .bfak-am-cmp td{padding:14px 12px 14px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(31,56,55,.08);vertical-align:top;color:var(--ink);} .bfak-am-related{list-style:none;padding:0;margin:0;display:grid;gap:14px;} .bfak-am-related a{font-family:var(--serif);font-size:17px;} .bfak-am-related p{font-size:14px;color:var(--muted);margin:4px 0 0;} .bfak-am-disclaimer{margin:64px 0 0;} .bfak-am-disclaimer-title{font-family:var(--serif);font-size:20px;font-weight:500;color:var(--ink);margin:0 0 12px;} .bfak-am-disclaimer p{font-size:14px;line-height:1.55;color:var(--muted);margin:0 0 12px;} .bfak-am-disclaimer a{color:var(--muted);} .bfak-reveal{opacity:0;transform:translateY(16px);transition:opacity .6s ease,transform .6s ease;} .bfak-reveal.is-in{opacity:1;transform:none;} Tachiyomi *manga reader* Version **0.15.3** · The Tachiyomi Open Source Project · `eu.kanade.tachiyomi` A free, open-source manga reader for [Android](https://bestforandroid.com/ "best android guides"). Pull manga, manhwa, manhua and webtoons from hundreds of sources through extensions, read offline, and sync your progress to the trackers you already use. Version 0.15.3 Size 22 MB License Open source Android 5.0+ What *Tachiyomi* is ------------------- Tachiyomi is a free, open-source manga reader for Android built and maintained by a community of volunteers. Instead of locking you into one catalogue, it works through extensions: you install the sources you want, and the app pulls titles from hundreds of manga repositories into one clean library. The code is public on GitHub, so there is no paywall, no subscription, and no advertising tucked into the reading view. The reading experience is the part most people stay for. You can flip pages left-to-right for manhwa, right-to-left for traditional manga, or scroll vertically for webtoons, and the app remembers the setting per series. Chapters download for offline reading, the library sorts and filters by what you have not finished, and an incognito mode keeps a private session out of your history. Version 0.15.3 is the final official release. Development on the original app wound down after it, which makes 0.15.3 the most complete stable build, and it still installs and runs on most Android phones that meet the basic 5.0 floor. A look *inside* --------------- Library grid with unread badges and custom categories Reader view with right-to-left paging and tap zones Extension list connecting to multiple manga sources What this *build* offers ------------------------ - **Extension-based sources**Install only the source extensions you need and browse them through one shared library and global search. - **Offline downloads**Save chapters to the device for reading on a flight or a weak connection, with auto-delete for chapters you have already read. - **Tracker sync**Connect external tracking services so your reading progress stays in step across the platforms you already follow series on. - **Flexible reader modes**Switch between single page, double-page spreads, and continuous vertical scroll, set per series and remembered between sessions. - **Backup and restore**Export your library and settings to a backup file so a new phone or a fresh install picks up exactly where you left off. - **No ads, no subscription**Because the project is open source and community-run, there is no premium tier to unlock and nothing gated behind a payment. How to *install* ---------------- 1. **Download the [APK](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/ "apps apk download")**Tap the download button on this page. The file lands in your default Downloads folder. 2. **Allow installs from this source**Open Settings, search for `Install unknown apps`, find your browser or file manager, and toggle the permission on. 3. **Open the downloaded file**Tap the APK in Downloads. Android’s package installer opens and lists the permissions it requests. 4. **Tap Install**Confirm and wait for the progress bar to finish, then tap Open to launch Tachiyomi. 5. **Add your sources**Open the Extensions tab, install the source extensions you want, then browse or search to start building your library. APK *versus* a store app ------------------------ Tachiyomi APKTypical store reader SourcesHundreds via extensionsOne fixed catalogue CostFree, open sourceFree with ads or subscription Offline readingFull chapter downloadsOften limited or gated TrackingSyncs to external trackersIn-app only Related Android *apps* ---------------------- - [AnimeFlix for streaming anime](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/animeflix/)A companion pick if you read the manga and want to follow the animated adaptation on the same device. - [the MX Player mod build](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/mx-player-pro-mod/)A capable media player for any video files you download alongside your reading. - [the DraStic DS emulator](https://bestforandroid.com/apk/drastic-ds-emulator/)Another community-favourite sideload for readers who also game on Android. - [our roundup of manga reader apps](https://bestforandroid.com/manga-reader-apps/)See how Tachiyomi compares to the other readers we cover. - [free movie site alternatives](https://bestforandroid.com/free-movies-sites-alternatives/)For when you want to switch from reading to watching. Disclaimer Tachiyomi is a free, open-source project released by community volunteers under an open licence, with its code public on GitHub. The APK on this page is provided for educational and informational purposes, including for readers comparing open-source manga readers before choosing one. Tachiyomi reads content through user-installed source extensions; respect the rights of creators and publishers when choosing what to read. All app names, trademarks, and logos belong to their respective owners. Rights holders: see our [DMCA process](/apk/dmca/) to request removal. (function(){ var els=document.querySelectorAll('.bfak-reveal'); if(!('IntersectionObserver' in window)){for(var i=0;i