How to Purchase and Read Paid Books
Saphly uses a wallet system for purchases. You add funds to your Saphly Wallet and use that balance to buy ebooks directly on the platform. All reading is done in-browser — no downloads or external apps needed.
Step 1 — Add Funds to Your Wallet
Log in to your account and go to My Wallet in your profile menu
Click Add Funds and enter the amount you'd like to top up
Enter your card details via our secure Stripe checkout
Your wallet balance will update immediately after payment
Your wallet balance is displayed in USD. Saphly accepts all major debit and credit cards.
Step 2 — Purchase an Ebook
- Navigate to the ebook you want to buy — either through the Shop or a story/author page
- Click Buy Now and confirm the purchase
- The price will be deducted from your wallet balance
- The ebook is instantly added to your My Library
Step 3 — Read Your Ebook
- Go to My Library in your profile menu
- Click on the ebook cover to open it
- Use the in-browser reader to navigate pages, adjust font size, and track your progress
- Your reading position is saved automatically — resume anytime on any device
Not enough balance?
If your wallet doesn't have enough funds to complete a purchase, you'll be prompted to top up before confirming.
Having trouble with a purchase or your wallet?
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