Shelfdroid
Overview
• ShelfDroid is a feature-rich, third-party Android application engineered specifically to connect to self-hosted Audiobookshelf servers.
• It transforms your mobile device into a comprehensive media hub for accessing, managing, and enjoying your personal audiobook and podcast collections anywhere.
Playback and Offline Features
• Seamless Streaming: Stream audiobooks and podcast episodes directly from your private server with real-time progress synchronization across devices.
• Offline Capabilities: Download media straight to your Android device for durable, reliable offline playback without an active internet connection.
• Comprehensive Audio Controls: Tailor your listening experience using variable playback speeds, precise chapter navigation, custom bookmarks, and an adjustable sleep timer.
Server Administration
• User Management: View and manage user accounts, access rights, and generated API keys directly from the mobile interface.
• System Maintenance: Execute server backups, monitor system logs, and modify global server settings based on your account's administrative permissions.
Customization and Insights
• Personalized Interface: Customize library layouts, sorting parameters, display preferences, and playback behaviors to suit your workflow.
• Listening Statistics: Access detailed logs of your listening sessions and view account-specific administrative overview screens.
Requirements and Disclaimers
• Operating System: Requires a mobile device running Android 10 or newer.
• Server Access: Requires an active, accessible Audiobookshelf server instance and login credentials.
• Self-Provided Media: ShelfDroid operates solely as a client interface and does not host, distribute, or provide media files or server hosting services.
FAQ
Q: Is ShelfDroid an official app, or does it come with free media?
A: ShelfDroid is an independent, third-party interface created to link to Audiobookshelf servers. It operates strictly as a client app and does not host, distribute, or provide media files, content, or server hosting services of any kind. You must provide your own media through your own server.
Q: What are the system requirements to run ShelfDroid?
A: To install and run ShelfDroid, your mobile device must be running Android 10 or a newer version. You also need an active, accessible Audiobookshelf server instance along with your server login credentials.
Q: Can I stream my media directly from my server using the app?
A: Yes! ShelfDroid supports seamless streaming for both audiobooks and podcast episodes directly from your private server whenever you have an active network connection.
Version History
v0.5.1——17 Aug 2026
Stream your self-hosted Audiobookshelf library with ShelfDroid. Enjoy offline playback, server management, and audiobook stats on Android. Download the latest version of Shelfdroid to enjoy new features and updates immediately!
*0.5.1
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
*0.5.0
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
*0.4.8
Minor bug fixes and improvements. Install or update to the newest version to check it out!
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