The Archive feature allows you to clean up your main library by moving books you have finished or decided not to read without permanently deleting them. This keeps your reading history and notes safe while decluttering your 'Currently Reading' and 'To Read' shelves. You can access your archived books at any time to restore them or delete them permanently.
You can quickly archive any book directly from your main library screen. This action moves the book from its current shelf (e.g., 'To Read') into the Archive section.
All your archived books are stored in a dedicated section within the app's settings. From here, you can either restore a book to your main library (un-archive) or remove it from your account for good.
You will see two options:
We recommend archiving books instead of deleting them. This preserves your reading history and any notes you've taken, which you might want to revisit later. Only use the Delete option if you are certain you want to permanently remove all traces of a book from your account.
This article explains how to use the Archive feature to manage your library. You've learned how to archive books to declutter your shelves, how to access the archive, and how to either restore (un-archive) or permanently delete books from it. This functionality helps you maintain a clean and organized library while preserving your valuable reading data.