Pick up where you left off.
Your books, narration, progress, and synchronization stay connected to your personal ReadAlong Server.
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SERVER ADMIN
ReadAlong Server
Server identity—Stable across restarts and IP changes.
Local network accessChecking…Use one of these addresses on phones or computers connected to the same home network. 127.0.0.1 works only on the server itself.
Remote access PREVIEW
Securely reach this server outside your home through a public HTTPS address. Tailscale runs only on the Mac server; readers use a normal browser and ReadAlong login still applies.
Internet accessChecking…Remote access is optional. LAN access continues to work independently.
TransportTailscale Funnel · HTTPS previewInstall Tailscale only on this Mac. Invited readers open the HTTPS address in Safari, Chrome, or another normal browser; they do not need Tailscale.The URL is publicly reachable, but ReadAlong login and book permissions still protect the library. Do not forward port 8765 from your router.
Invitations
Create expiring links for people you want to add. Invitation links use the public HTTPS address when remote access is enabled.
Users & access
Each user gets independent progress and preferences. Owners can grant the whole library or selected books.
Library locations
Point ReadAlong at folders on this computer, an external drive, or an already-mounted network share.
Library scanIdleNo scan has run yet.
Library scanning only discovers and matches media. Speech synchronization starts when a book is opened.
Processing engineIdleLoads only when alignment is needed.
Needs attention
Ambiguous matches are never guessed silently.
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An Owner can add library locations or grant this account access to books.