Scribd

Scribd hosts documents uploaded by users, with a catalog described as containing more than 300 million items.

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About Scribd

Scribd hosts documents uploaded by users, with a catalog described as containing more than 300 million items on topics including academic papers, legal documents, manuals and hobbies. Users can read and upload without a subscription, and can embed uploaded documents on external sites.

Downloads and ad-free browsing require a subscription. Uploads are limited to files where the uploader owns the copyright or has the creator's permission, with support for formats including pdf, txt, doc, ppt, xls and docx.

Key features

  • Search over 300 million user-uploaded documents by topic
  • Read and upload documents without a subscription
  • Upload files including pdf, txt, doc, ppt, xls, docx
  • Embed uploaded documents on your own website
  • Download documents to read offline with subscription
  • Browse ad-free across devices with subscription
Best for: People looking for user-shared source materials such as papers, manuals, and legal documents.
Good for
  • Catalog described as containing over 300 million documents
  • Reading and uploading do not require a subscription
  • Uploaded documents can be embedded on external websites
Watch out for
  • Downloading documents requires a subscription
  • Uploading requires copyright ownership or creator permission
  • Uploaded content is posted without pre-approval by Scribd

Scribd at a glance

Website
scribd.com
Type
Website
Pricing
Not confirmed. Check the site
Platforms
Android, iOS, Web
Open source
Not stated
Language
English
Last checked
Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Scribd FAQ

Do I need a subscription to access Scribd?
No. You can read and upload without a subscription. A subscription allows document downloads and ad-free browsing.
Can I upload and share documents on Scribd?
Yes. You can upload documents and embed them on your own site. You must own the copyright or have the creator's permission.
How does Scribd handle copyright infringement?
Scribd removes infringing material after a valid claim and terminates repeat infringers under a three-strikes policy. It uses an automated BookID system to scan uploads for matching fingerprints.
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