Android: Download Offline Bible

Download Bible Versions to Read Offline

Read the Bible wherever you are, even when you can’t get online.

1. Ensure your mobile device has a strong Internet connection.
   Wi-Fi recommended.
2. Verify you’re signed in to the App.
3. Change the Bible version and any Bible version that’s selected will be automatically downloaded and will be ready to be used offline.
   See how to read it without downloading it here.

Read Bible Versions Without Downloading

Follow these steps to preview a Bible version or read it without download

1. Select the Bible tab.
2. Top right: select the Bible Version abbreviation (e.g., NIV).
3. Select the version from the list or tap the language for versions in a different language.
4. Select the ⓘ button next to the version you want to read.
5. Select Read in Bible to preview the version without downloading it.

Delete Downloaded Bible Version(s)

Although downloaded versions are very small text files, you may sometimes want to remove one to free up storage space or to troubleshoot.

There are two ways to remove downloaded Bible versions:

1. From the Bible tab:
   1. Select the Bible tab if it isn’t already selected.
   2. Top right: select the Bible Version abbreviation.
   The versions that YouVersion offers in the language you chose are listed first by the most recently downloaded version, then alphabetically.
   1. Long-press on a version, then Yes to remove the version.
2. From the More tab:
   1. Select the More tab if it isn’t selected already.
   2. Select Settings.
   3. Select Manage Offline Versions.
   4. Tap REMOVE.

Frequently Asked Questions on Bible Version Downloads

Can I download the audio?

Regrettably, the current version of the App doesn’t support downloading audio for offline use. This limitation arises from the substantial storage space that audio files occupy on mobile devices. Since many portable devices have limited memory capacity, accommodating large audio files is challenging. YouVersion wants to make sure our solutions work with the many devices used by our global community. There are some exceptions, but we want to make sure our solutions work with all of them. While we aspire to introduce offline audio functionality in the future, we’re unable to provide a specific timeframe at this point.

Why can’t I remove a Bible version?

Since many features of the App rely on the Bible, at least one version must always be available. Therefore, all versions can be removed except for the default version. Every language has its default Bible version. The default version is the one included when you install the App.