# Aniyomi: Android reader and player for manga and anime > An open-source Android app that reads manga and plays anime with configurable playback, library organization, and integration with tracking services. **aniyomiorg/aniyomi** — An app for manga and anime - Repository: https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi - Website: https://aniyomi.org - Stars: 7,731 · Forks: 654 - Language: Kotlin - License: Apache-2.0 - Published: 2026-09-22 · Updated: 2026-09-22 · Language: en - Canonical page: https://hysenlabs.com/projects/aniyomiorg-aniyomi ## A unified app for manga and anime on Android Aniyomi solves the problem of needing separate apps to read manga and watch anime on Android. It combines a reader and a player in one interface. The software is a fork of Mihon, itself a continuation of the earlier Tachiyomi project. The README states the app is based on Mihon and offers configurable readers, a player built on mpv-android, and support for seven tracking services: MyAnimeList, AniList, Kitsu, MangaUpdates, Shikimori, Simkl, and Bangumi. The app runs on Android 8.0 or later. It is licensed under Apache-2.0. The project is maintained by the Aniyomi Open Source Project, which took over from earlier maintainers, ensuring continued development. The app uses the same architecture and extension system that Tachiyomi established, making it compatible with many existing tools and community extensions. ## How Aniyomi organizes content and integrates trackers Aniyomi manages manga and anime in a library where you organize items into categories. The app includes a configurable reader with multiple viewing directions and options, letting you adjust reading mode, margins, and font size. The player is built on mpv-android, providing playback control with speed adjustment and subtitle support. The app syncs your progress with tracking sites: if you use MyAnimeList, AniList, or one of the five other supported services, you can update your reading or watching status directly from Aniyomi without opening a browser. The repository structure shows two main feature modules: source-api/ for fetching content and source-local/ for managing local files. The app stores themes (light and dark) and allows you to create backups for offline access or transfer to other devices. Backups preserve your library state, including which items you are currently reading or watching, your progress in each title, and your tracker synchronization settings. You can restore a backup to a new device or to a fresh install, recovering all your data instantly. ## Getting Aniyomi and reading manga or watching anime Download Aniyomi from the GitHub releases page at https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi/releases. The latest stable release is v0.18.2.1, updated on 2026-09-14. There is also a preview build at https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi-preview/releases for testing newer features before they are released. Install the APK file on your Android device running version 8.0 or higher. The README recommends checking the FAQ at https://aniyomi.org/docs/faq/general and the changelog at https://aniyomi.org/changelogs/ before reporting issues. The app requires no configuration to start: open it, select a content source, and search for a title. The search will return results from your enabled sources. To track your progress, link your account to one of the seven supported tracking services in the app settings: MyAnimeList, AniList, Kitsu, MangaUpdates, Shikimori, Simkl, or Bangumi. Once linked, the app will sync your reading or watching progress automatically. ## Manga extensions and content sources Aniyomi uses extensions to fetch manga and anime from different sources. The README does not document which extensions are included or how to install additional ones, so consult the official extension repository. The app supports manga extensions and anime extensions separately. You configure extensions and sources in the app; the README states the app uses local storage for content. Extensions can be installed from a repository URL; you add the repository to the app and then download extensions from it. The app allows you to enable or disable extensions individually, and to switch sources if one becomes unavailable. Backups include all your library data, reading progress, watched episodes, and extension settings, allowing you to transfer your library to another device or keep an offline copy. Since extensions can be deleted or modified, backing up your library is essential if you rely on specific sources. ## Android-only with minimal documentation and extension-dependent sources Aniyomi is Android-only; no iOS app is available. The README documentation is minimal and does not explain how to add extensions, configure sources, or troubleshoot problems; the official website at https://aniyomi.org and Discord server are the primary support channels. The app can only read and watch content you have added; it does not include a content catalog and relies on third-party extensions for access to sources. Deleting or modifying extensions can break your setup. The app's last push was on 2026-09-14, about two weeks ago, indicating active development. ## Comparing Aniyomi to Tachiyomi and Mihon Aniyomi is a fork of Mihon, which itself forked from Tachiyomi. The main difference is project governance and focus: Aniyomi and Mihon are separate communities maintaining the same codebase. Tachiyomi is no longer actively maintained. All three apps use similar extension systems and the same basic architecture. Choosing between Aniyomi and Mihon depends on which community and extension repositories you trust. ## Conclusion Aniyomi suits anyone who reads manga or watches anime on Android and wants a single app for both, with integration to tracking services. If you need offline access, the app lets you save content locally; if you need iOS support, Aniyomi is not available there. Before installing, check that your Android device runs version 8.0 or later, and verify that the extensions you want are available in the official repository. ## FAQ ### Is Aniyomi legal to use? Aniyomi itself is legal; it is open-source software under Apache-2.0 license. The legality of the content you access depends on your location and local laws. The README disclaims that the app has no affiliation with content providers and hosts zero content. ### Does Aniyomi cost money? No. Aniyomi is free and open-source. You download it from GitHub at no cost. ### How do I install Aniyomi extensions? The README does not document extension installation. Consult the official website at https://aniyomi.org and the Discord server for instructions on adding extensions. ### Can I use Aniyomi to watch anime? Yes. Aniyomi includes a configurable player built on mpv-android for watching anime. You manage anime and manga in the same library. ### What trackers does Aniyomi support? Aniyomi integrates with seven tracking services: MyAnimeList, AniList, Kitsu, MangaUpdates, Shikimori, Simkl, and Bangumi. You can link your account in the app to keep your progress synchronized. ## Sources - [aniyomiorg/aniyomi on GitHub](https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi) - [License: Apache-2.0](https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi/blob/main/LICENSE) - [Project website](https://aniyomi.org) - [README](https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi/blob/main/README.md) - [Releases](https://github.com/aniyomiorg/aniyomi/releases) --- Hysen Labs editorial analysis, written from the project's own repository and release notes. Cite the canonical page: https://hysenlabs.com/projects/aniyomiorg-aniyomi