Get meaningful feedback from your beta readers
BetaReader.io is software for authors to share manuscripts with beta readers. Invite your own readers, or list your book in Discovery and approve reader requests. Then track reading progress and collect inline comments and survey answers—all in one place.
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Everything you need to run a successful beta read
From manuscript sharing to feedback collection, we've got you covered.
Inline Comments
Let readers leave feedback exactly where they have thoughts. No more vague emails about 'somewhere in chapter 3'.
Custom Surveys
Create chapter-by-chapter surveys or one final comprehensive questionnaire. Ask the questions that matter to you.
Reading Analytics
See exactly where readers are in your manuscript and how fast they're progressing. Know who's engaged.
Reader Management
Invite readers by email, manage their access, and keep everything organized in one place.
Easy Reading Experience
Readers access your manuscript through a beautiful web interface or our mobile app. No downloads required.
Smart Insights
Get aggregated feedback and sentiment analysis to understand your readers' overall experience.
How it works
Get started in minutes, not hours.
Upload your manuscript
Upload a .docx file or paste your text.
Invite your readers
Invite your own readers by email or link, or list in Discovery and approve requests.
Collect feedback
Watch as comments, survey responses, and reading data roll in.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use my own beta readers?
- Yes. Invite readers you already know by email, or share a private invite link. You decide who gets access.
- Can BetaReader.io help me find new beta readers?
- You can list your manuscript in Discovery, where readers on the platform can request to read it. You approve each request. Listing gives your book visibility, but readers and feedback are not guaranteed.
- Who can read my manuscript?
- Only readers you invite or approve. New books start as Private, and you can remove a reader's access or unpublish the book at any time.
- Do my readers have to pay?
- No. Reading on BetaReader.io is always free for beta readers. They sign up for a free reader account and can read on the web or in the iOS and Android apps.
- How do I add my manuscript?
- Upload a .docx file or paste your text directly into BetaReader.io.
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