Chitneek — Read aloud PDF & EPUB on iPhone (private, on-device)

Why Chitneek

Simple, privacy-focused listening

Chitneek turns PDFs, EPUBs, notes, and web content into audio — all processed on your device.

Files stay on your device for reliable, private listening without internet.

Use named groups to keep content tidy and easy to find.

Uses Apple’s built‑in iOS voices for a natural experience.

No accounts, no cloud — just add, tap, and listen.

Customizable playback, CarPlay support, and clear audio keep narration comfortable on every drive, walk, or focus session.

Capture documents in the format that works best for you and keep building a personal listening queue.

Create collaborative reading spaces where everyone can contribute and access books together.

• Collaborative libraries. Create groups where all members can upload books.
• Shared access. Everyone in the group can access all uploaded content.
• Personal progress. Reading progress stays private and individual.

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Seamlessly integrate online libraries for instant access to thousands of free books and resources.

• Direct integration. Add web libraries like OpenStax for quick access.
• Automatic downloads. App intercepts PDF/EPUB downloads and adds them directly.
• Instant library. Browse and download books without leaving the app.

Organized Library

Reader Controls

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Yes, but there is a 7-day free trial available for both of the subscription plans - monthly and yearly.

Yes. Files and pasted text are processed on-device using iOS voices. Saving a web page to a PDF works offline after you save it.

Chitneek uses Apple’s built-in voices, so output sounds natural and works system-wide.

Add PDFs from Files or share into Chitneek from other apps. You can also paste text or save a web page to a PDF to listen later.

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