Download a DRM-free EPUB you own from Binge Reader, open the iOS or macOS share sheet, and choose Books to import it into Apple Books. This creates an Apple Books copy; reading position and highlights do not sync back to Binge Reader.
Download the original file
Open the book in Binge Reader and choose its download action. Use an EPUB you are allowed to copy and that Apple Books can open. A protected store purchase cannot be moved simply by changing its filename.
Import through the share sheet
On iPhone or iPad, open the downloaded file and choose Share → Books. On a Mac, open or drag the EPUB into Books. Confirm the correct cover and table of contents before deleting the download from Files.
Pick one place for active reading
Apple Books and Binge Reader keep separate reading state. If cross-device Binge Reader progress and annotations matter, use the Binge Reader web reader on Apple devices. If you prefer Apple Books, treat it as the active reader and export notes separately when needed.
The details, at a glance.
| Consider | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Book file | Can be downloaded and imported when DRM-free |
| Catalog metadata | Travels only as embedded in the EPUB |
| Reading position | Does not sync between the two apps |
| Highlights | Remain in the app that created them |
A few things worth asking.
Is Apple Books the same app as iBooks?
Yes. Apple renamed iBooks to Apple Books; the file-import workflow described here applies to the current Apple Books app.
Can I sync Apple Books progress with Binge Reader?
There is no direct progress or highlight sync. Use the Binge Reader web reader if shared Binge Reader state is the priority.
Can Binge Reader import my protected Apple Books purchases?
No. Store protection and account rights still apply; Binge Reader does not bypass DRM.
Go to the source
Documentation consulted for the routes and terminology on this page. Product behavior can change; verify your exact setup.
W3C EPUB 3.3 specificationWritten by Binge Reader. Our comparisons explain documented workflows and practical tradeoffs; they are not independent product benchmarks.