Readerware Description
Readerware allows users to input a variety of identifiers such as ISBNs, UPCs, or barcode scans, and then automates the process of searching the internet to catalog books, music, and videos. By merging data from multiple online sources, Readerware creates a comprehensive database that includes cover art, making the task seamless and efficient. Whether you want to catalog a few items or expand your collection while browsing, the drag-and-drop feature simplifies the process—just drag an item from your browser and drop it into Readerware to have it cataloged instantly. It's genuinely that straightforward! This innovative solution caters to diverse users including collectors, educational institutions, religious organizations, and libraries worldwide. Additionally, Readerware's capability to scan barcodes or input ISBNs/UPCs ensures that cataloging your library is not only easy but completely eliminates the tediousness of manual data entry. With its user-friendly design, Readerware transforms the way you organize and manage your media collection.
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Has Readerware corporation gone out of business? Date: Feb 05 2026
Summary: It just abut makes me sick to think that the company may have quietly gone out of business. I can still use the software, but I have to hand-type the information on each title.
Positive: I have been using Readerware for 12+ years, currently running Release 4.1. It does what I need to track my library items, at least until this past Sunday.
Negative: On Sunday Feb 1 I could not use the auto-catalog feature; the software reported it could not get to wherever it goes to look up the book data when I enter the ISBN. When I tried to go to the Readerware website, I got a "we can't find that" message. Anyplace I've spotted that purports to offer RW downloads has a Release number lower than what I'm currently running.
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Readerware Customer Support Lacking Date: Dec 12 2025
Summary: No customer support despite the website claiming that they will provide support. I paid for the upgrade for the version 4 bundle but did not receive the registration codes yet. It has been over a week so far.
Positive: Over all it is a good product. I started with the version 3 bundle and later tried version 4. But I am unable to get any response from customer support.
Negative: I am unable to get the registration codes after paying for the upgrade for the version 4 bundle. I sent two emails but got no response from the company. I am very frustrated and disappointed with Readerware's lack of support. I am unable to use the software without the registration codes.
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Company Gone? Date: Mar 09 2026
Summary: It was great but is now abandonware. I wish someone would pick it up and take over or at least explain what happened.
Positive: I loved this software. Was my most used application. It seems the company has disappeared. I've read rumors the author died.
Negative: It's gone. There no longer seems to be any entity that is supporting the software.
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Takes your money, but no registration code - website no longer working Edited: Feb 16 2026
Summary: Used to be a legitimate program, but is now just a rip-off that will grab your money and keep it, while giving you nothing in return.
Positive: Nothing. I had an earlier version I had purchased in 2008 that did work, but now this company appears to no longer exist.
Negative: This software cannot be used. BrightSpring Market LLC (doing business as "FastSpring", aka "FSPRG")- the company name that accepts your payment for this upgrade, will happily take your money and send you a message stating that you will get a registration code in as little as an hour ... But you will not. And you will not get your money back. Readerware appears to be out of business, as their website can no longer be found. Attempting to contact Brightspring or Readerware will get you no where.
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