Your reading life, finally organized.
Track books, notes, and goals in one private place. No followers, no feeds, no distractions—just you and your books.
Everything you need. Nothing you don't.
Add books to your personal collection and keep track of your reading progress, future reads, and completed books.
Rate the books you read to remember which ones you liked best.
Add private notes and reviews for the books you have read, and revisit them later.
Stay organized and on top of your reading goals with customizable lists and reminders.
Easily find any note with full-text search.
Take full control of your data. Export anytime. Delete your account at any time.
Your library follows you.
Install Candl on any device—phone, tablet, or desktop.
What readers are saying.
Candl's simple, elegant interface makes it easy for me to keep track of and keep notes on my reading.
I use Candl to have a running list of what I have read. I read pretty fast, and sometimes I forget I have already read a book and Candl helps so much with this. I also like that I know what authors I want to keep reading.
I was looking for a non-Amazon alternative to GoodReads, where I could have a record of what I was reading and what I had read over the year. Candl is perfect for these reasons and a nice, clean, easy-to-use, no-fuss platform as well.
I use Candl in order to track my current reading list and other books that I wish to read. It's intuitive and refreshing to use!
Questions? Answered.
Who is it for?
For readers who want to track their books without the social media noise. If you've ever lost track of what you read or wished Goodreads was simpler and more private—Candl is for you.
How is this different from Goodreads?
Candl is private by default—no followers, no public reviews, no recommendations based on your data. It's just a clean, focused space to track your reading.
Is it free?
Candl is free to use. We offer an optional paid plan for readers who want extra features like reading stats and unlimited lists.
Can I import my books?
Yes. You can import your library from Goodreads, so you don't have to start from scratch.
Is there a mobile app?
Yes. Candl works on any device—phone, tablet, or desktop. Just open it in your browser and add it to your home screen.
What about my data?
Your data stays yours. Export everything in one click, and delete your account anytime—no questions asked.