Readlog - Reading Progress
Readlog is a reading tracker for people who usually have a book or two on the go. Add a book with its title, author, genre and page count, then update the page you have reached whenever you put it down. Each book shows a progress bar and percentage, so you can see at a glance how far along you are.
If you want a little structure, give a book a target date. Readlog works out how many days are left and roughly how many pages a day you need to read to finish on time. That is handy for book club deadlines, library loans, course reading lists or simply a personal challenge.
When you reach the last page, the book moves to your history with its completion date, the number of days it took and your average pages per day. A stats page totals the books and pages you have read, tracks this year against a goal of twelve books and shows which genres you read most.
The app runs entirely in your browser. What you enter is saved only on this device.
How to use Readlog
- Add a book. On the Reading tab, tap Add Book and enter the title, author, total pages, the page you are on, the genre and, if you like, a target date.
- Update your progress. After a reading session, tap Update Progress on the book and enter your current page. A preview shows the new percentage before you save.
- Follow your target. For books with a target date, the card shows the days remaining and about how many pages per day you need to read to finish in time.
- Edit or remove a book. Use Edit Book to correct details such as page count or genre, or Delete Book to remove it.
- Finish a book. When your current page reaches the total, the book is marked finished and moves to the History tab with its completion date, days taken and average pages per day.
- Review your stats. Open Reading Stats for total books and pages read, progress this year toward twelve books, and your genre trends.
Features
- Book list with title, author, genre and page count
- Progress by page number with a progress bar and percentage
- Optional target date with days remaining and pages-per-day needed
- Edit and delete books
- History of finished books with completion date, days to complete and average pages per day
- Overall stats: total books and pages read
- Yearly progress toward a goal of 12 books
- Genre trends across finished books
- Data stored in your browser, no account
Building a steady reading habit
Think in pages, not hours
Reading speed varies a lot by person and by book, but many adults read roughly a page of a typical novel in one to two minutes. That means 20 pages a day is often only 20 to 40 minutes, and at that pace an average 300-page novel takes about two weeks. Tracking pages makes progress concrete and helps you plan realistically.
Dense non-fiction, textbooks and books in a second language will go slower, and that is fine. Comparing your pages per day across genres in your history is a good way to learn your own pace.
Setting a target date that works
Work backwards from the deadline: pages left divided by days left gives a daily target. If the number looks uncomfortable, it is better to move the date than to give up halfway. Building in one or two spare days for busy evenings makes a target far easier to keep.
For book clubs, aim to finish a day or two early so you have time to think about the book before the discussion.
Small habits that add up
Attach reading to something you already do every day: a few pages with morning coffee, on the commute, or before sleep. Keep the current book somewhere visible. Short, frequent sessions usually beat occasional marathons for finishing books.
Logging your page after each session is a small reward in itself. Watching the progress bar move gives a sense of momentum, especially in the long middle stretch of a book.
It is fine to stop
Not every book deserves to be finished. If a book has not caught you after a reasonable effort, many readers use a rule of thumb such as giving it 50 pages before deciding. Deleting a book you have abandoned is better than letting it stall your whole reading list.
Reading goals for the year
Twelve books a year, one a month, is a popular and achievable goal for busy people. The stats page shows how you are doing against it. Your genre trends can also prompt you to branch out: if almost everything is one genre, try something different next.
Frequently asked questions
Where is my reading data stored?
Only in this browser on this device, with no account. Clearing your browser data deletes your books and history, and they do not sync to other devices.
Can I track progress by percentage, for example on an e-reader?
Progress is entered as a page number, and the app shows the percentage for you. For e-books that only show a percentage, set the total pages to 100 and enter the percentage as the page.
Why can't I enter a lower page number?
Progress updates only move forward, to protect your history. If you made a mistake, use Edit Book to correct the current page.
Can I change the yearly goal of 12 books?
Not at the moment. The stats page compares your year with a fixed goal of twelve books.
How is the web version different from the phone app?
The features are the same. The iPhone and Android apps store your books on the phone; on the web, they are stored in this browser only.
Does it remind me to read?
No. Readlog does not send reminders; it shows your progress and the pace needed whenever you open it.
Limitations of the web version
- Progress is entered as pages only
- The yearly goal is fixed at 12 books
- No book search, cover images or barcode scanning
- No reminders, export or sync between devices
Phone app
Readlog is also available as an app for phones and tablets: