Ridabook — Trade Books with People Near You
Got books sitting on your shelf collecting dust? Ridabook connects you with nearby readers to swap books you've finished for ones you've been wanting to read. No money changes hands — just two people trading stories they love.
How it works:
1. Build your library — Add books by searching or scanning barcodes with your camera. Point, scan, done. Add your entire shelf in minutes.
2. Explore nearby — Swipe through books available from readers in your area. See the cover, condition, and how far away each book is.
3. Match and trade — When you both like each other's books, it's a match! Chat in the app, pick your trade pairs, and arrange a meetup to swap.
Features:
- Barcode scanner — Scan book barcodes to add books instantly. The fastest way to build your library.
- Location-based discovery — Find books available near you. See distance to every listing.
- Smart matching — Get matched with readers who share your taste. See your reading compatibility score.
- In-app chat — Message your matches to arrange safe, public meetups.
- Book conditions — Every listing shows condition (Like New, Good, Fair, or Worn) so you know what to expect.
- Trade management — Propose pairs, accept trades, and track everything in one place.
- Reading compatibility — See shared genres and books in common with every match.
- Buy links — Discover a book you love? Find it on Amazon, Bookshop.org, or ThriftBooks.
- Multi-language — Available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese.
Safe trading:
We encourage all meetups in public, well-lit locations. The app includes safety tips to help you trade with confidence.
100% free. No subscriptions. No fees. Just books.
Download Ridabook and give your books a second life.