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epubli
by epubli
What epubli is
epubli is a web service for printing books and self-publishing print books and e-books. Publishing is free, including an ISBN, updates, and new editions; authors retain rights and choose the title, text, cover, and retail price. Print-on-demand production starts at one copy, with 12 formats, four binding types, and five paper types. After text and cover upload, epubli automatically checks files and prepares them for printing, and an optional cover designer is available. Print books can be sold through bookstores and online shops. E-books can be listed in Amazon, Apple, Google Play, Kobo, and Tolino, among other shops. E-book uploads must use EPUB 2.0, which epubli converts to Amazon’s format before transfer. Book printing is priced per copy; the listed example is €7.39, paid once, with quantity discounts from 10% for 25 copies to 50% for 1,000 copies. The service connects with the German-language book trade, Amazon, Thalia, and the epubli Shop. It is operated by Berlin-based Neopubli GmbH, founded in 2008.
Who it suits
epubli suits independent authors and private or business customers printing books such as photo books, calendars, or academic works. It also fits creators seeking bookstore, online-shop, and e-book distribution while retaining publishing control.
What it does well
- Free publishing with ISBN
- Print-on-demand from one copy
- Multiple formats, bindings, and paper types
- Author controls title, cover, and retail price
- Quantity discounts up to 50%
What to know first
- Print publishing requires a supplied PDF
- E-book uploads must use EPUB 2.0
- Printing is charged per copy
- Uploads must follow epubli terms and distribution agreement
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Book and e-book publishing | Publishing is free; epubli earns from copies sold through retailers · Print publishing includes ISBN · ebook publishing includes ISBN · author sets the retail price | Free |
| Book printing | per copy; example paperback, 12.5 × 19 cm, softcover, 200 pages, no color pages · No minimum order · price varies by format and specification · quantity discounts up to 50% | €7.39, paid once |
As epubli.com lists them, read 12 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Verdict
epubli combines free self-publishing with on-demand printing and distribution options. Authors should account for per-copy printing charges, file requirements, and the service’s publishing terms.
Facts from epubli's own pages
- Author rights and control
- The maker says authors retain their rights and choose the title, text, cover, and retail price for published books. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Automated file preparation
- After text and cover upload, epubli says its software automatically checks the files and prepares them for printing; users can optionally make a cover with its cover designer. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Company
- epubli is operated by Neopubli GmbH, which describes itself as a Berlin-based online company and says epubli was founded in 2008. · neopubli.de, 12 Oct 2026
- Custom branding
- Yes · epubli.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Design and mockups
- Yes · epubli.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Distribution
- epubli says published books can be sold through bookstores and online shops, and e-books can be listed in shops including Amazon, Apple, Google Play, Kobo, and Tolino. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- E-book file requirement
- The e-book publishing help page says the required upload format is EPUB 2.0 and that epubli converts the file to Amazon's format before transfer. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2008 · epubli.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- Yes · epubli.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Fulfillment coverage
- multi_region · epubli.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Berlin, Germany · epubli.com, 28 Sept 2026
- Notable limitation
- The book publishing page says uploads must comply with epubli's terms and distribution agreement; it also says the author supplies a PDF file for print publishing. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Print discounts
- The pricing page lists quantity discounts from 10% for 25 copies up to 50% for 1,000 copies. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Print on demand
- Books are printed when ordered, and printing is available starting with one copy. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Print options
- The maker says customers can choose among 12 formats, four binding types, and five paper types. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Publishing cost
- The maker says book publishing is free, including the ISBN, updates, and new editions. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Security and privacy
- The privacy policy says personal data is generally stored on servers in Germany and describes technical and organizational safeguards under GDPR Article 32 and §19 TTDSG. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Storefront integrations
- German-language book trade,Amazon,Thalia,epubli Shop · epubli.com, 22 Sept 2026
- Support
- epubli lists email and telephone contact for company and website questions, and links to a help center. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- What it does
- epubli offers online book printing and self-publishing for print books and e-books. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
- Who it is for
- The maker presents epubli for independent authors and for private or business customers who want to print books such as photo books, calendars, or academic works. · epubli.com, 12 Oct 2026
Where epubli stands on Freedom251
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