Why doesn't Leanpub erase users' Personal Data when they receive a request to do so from a third-party service?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

The VAT rate for ebooks in my country changed recently, but Leanpub is still charging the old rate. Why is that?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated this week

How do I buy multiple copies of a course?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can I buy multiple copies of a course with a coupon?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I bought a book or a course from Leanpub, but the book or course was removed from my Leanpub library, and my purchase was refunded. What happened?!?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I've been reading a Leanpub book on Kindle and saved lots of highlights and notes. Can I update the book on Kindle, or do I have to replace it and lose my highlights and notes?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Is there DRM on Leanpub ebooks?

Written by Len Epp
Updated today

I bought a book and I would like to upgrade my purchase to buy the whole bundle the book is in. Can I do that?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I don't see the Send to Kindle button for a book in my library. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I am trying to purchase a book and I am getting transaction failed or internal error. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I was charged VAT, but I actually have a VAT number. Can you refund my VAT charge?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Where I can download source code for books?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How can I read a Leanpub ebook? What apps or devices do you recommend?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I bought a book on Leanpub. How do I get the latest version of the book?

Where can I download the latest version of a book that I bought?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm not getting emails about updates to a book I've bought. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What formats do Leanpub books come in?

What do the PDF, EPUB, MOBI and WEB things mean? How do I read an ebook in one of the formats? Why do some books not have all formats?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

I would like more information about reading a book before buying it. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can I get a student discount?

I'm a college student and I'd like a discount. How can I get one?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can libraries buy Leanpub books? What is your policy for library purchases?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

The book I want to buy is available in a number of formats. I did not find the option to select the desired format. Is it hidden somewhere? Does it come after checkout? Or do I pay once for all formats?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Where can I see a record in my account of gift purchases I have made?

Where can I see the gifts I have given?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Where can I see a list of gifts I've purchased for other people?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I can't access personal documents on Kindle

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I cannot find the place again where I can enter my VAT. What's the quickest way to find this?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Your purchase form is rejecting my VAT number. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm in a country where PayPal doesn't operate. How can I get a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I bought multiple copies of a book and I want to send tokens by email to people to get the book. What do I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

When a new version is published do I get 2 copies in iBooks? And with fiction, do I just get the new instalments or the full book?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

I can't add a book to the shopping cart on my phone! What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can professors and teachers get a review copy of a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I clicked a download link in an email from Leanpub on my device and it won't open. What can I do?

I can't open an EPUB or MOBI book file on my iPad, what can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I sent a Leanpub book to my Kindle and the cover is not showing up. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm trying to make a purchase and I am seeing the message "Transaction refused due to risk model". What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can I pre-order a book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I bought a book or a course but saw an error. Now there is a charge on my account, but I never got the book or course. What is going on? What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What does it mean that a book is only "X% complete"?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm wondering how to report spelling/conversion errors. I bought a few books, and I see some that have weird characters, and other have some typos

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm done with a Leanpub book. Can I share it?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

When I have sold an incomplete work and I publish upgrades, can I give the upgrades for free to those who have already paid?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

The login token did not work - what should I do?

What to do when you can't log in using the token

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

My token has expired. What should I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I just bought a book with Extras. Where do I download the Extras?

How can I find my Extras?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How long does it take to ship a Leanpub book?

What is the typical shipping time for a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Is it possible to change my Leanpub username?

Instructions for how to change your username

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I can't open a PDF. I see “Failed - Insufficient permissions”

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

My purchase was blocked. Why is this happening and what can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm trying to buy a book and I see "This transaction cannot be processed."

Leanpub rejected my credit card, saying "This transaction cannot be processed"

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

If I buy a book which is in-progress, how does it work? Am I kept current? What about refunds?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Your site fails on American Express 4 digit CVV codes.

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why do I need to sign in with my email address? I just want to buy a book!

I bought a book sometime in the past, and did not realize this created an account. I don't know my password. Why are you doing this?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why do you charge 25% VAT to Croatia? I thought Croatia charged 5% for books.

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why can't I buy Leanpub books on third party stores like Amazon, the iBookstore or Google Play?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

I'm having a problem using a credit card from Russian Federation. Help!

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why am I seeing a CAPTCHA on checkout? I'm not a robot!

I hate CAPTCHAs!

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Where do I paste a coupon code?

An author gave me a coupon code. Where do I put it?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why does Leanpub allow duplicate purchases of a book?

Leanpub shows a warning on a book landing page when I already own a book, but why does it let me purchase it again at all?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

Why do you charge 19% VAT for purchases from Germany? Germany has a 7% VAT rate on paper books, and it has lowered the ebook VAT rate recently!

Why is the VAT rate on ebooks so high?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated this week

I got a vague error when trying to make a purchase that says "Please try again later". What should I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Do you have an app for reading Leanpub books?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm having problems with the Leanpub iOS app crashing or not downloading a book on my iPhone or iPad. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Do you have an Android app for reading Leanpub books?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Leanpub is saying my VAT number is invalid. Why?

I tried to enter my VAT number on your checkout form, and your form said it was invalid. Why?

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

The files I'm downloading are too big for my internet connection. What can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Business Information About Leanpub

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

PayPal does not support my country or region. Is there another way for me to buy a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I believe I have discovered unauthorized use of a photo. What should I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I delete my account?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I pay with American Express or Discover card?

You can actually pay with American Express or Discover card! Here's how...

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

How can I remove "This is a Leanpub book" and the Leanpub logo from my book so I can upload it for sale on other websites?

I want to sell my book on another service. How do I get rid of the Leanpub page in my book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I tried to buy a book and was taken to a screen that said you would send me a "token" by email. What is going on and what should I do next?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

If I want to pay more for a book after I have already bought it, what should I do?

Sometimes readers want to pay for a book after they have got it for free, or pay more for it after reading it

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I cite a Leanpub book, for example, if I am quoting from it in a scholarly article or an essay?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I need to add company information to my receipt. How do I do that?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I have two Leanpub accounts, but I only want one. What should I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I reset my password?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

After I buy a Leanpub book, how can I get it onto my device?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I was trying to buy a book and then the price changed. Why did this happen?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Your credit card form is turning down my attempt to make a purchase. What is going on and what can I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Why are all Leanpub books sold in US dollars?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I buy multiple copies of a book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I buy a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I get a refund?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What should I do if I can't find an answer to my question in this FAQ?

If you can't find an answer to your question here, there are other ways to get help!

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What is Leanpub? I'm asking as a reader.

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Since Leanpub books can be updated any time, I will need a place to go where I can always access the latest version of each book I buy. Do you provide me with a personal library for all my books?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I download the latest version of a Leanpub book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What ebook formats does Leanpub publish?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Does Leanpub sell print books?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What if a book looks interesting but I want to take a peek inside before I buy it?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Why do I see a 'Suggested' and a 'Minimum' price when I buy a Leanpub book? What is 'variable pricing'?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I have two accounts. I would like to merge them into one account. How can I do this?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Some Leanpub books show how much money is going to a good cause. How does this work?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Why do book prices have VAT added?

Also, why does the price change sometimes? And why do you charge VAT, you're not in the EU? I need info for my accountant...

Written by Peter Armstrong
Updated over a week ago

How do I give feedback to authors?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How do I get Leanpub books on my Kindle?

Here's what you need to do on Amazon so that you can get a Leanpub book onto your Kindle, and then what you do on Leanpub.

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

If I buy an in-progress ebook, will I get free updates?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What if I want to return a book? Can I get a refund?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How can I get an invoice or receipt for my purchase? Can I add custom information to the receipt, like my company's name and address?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I would like to purchase a book as a gift for someone else. How can I do this?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I would like to purchase a book for my company. Am I allowed to distribute the ebook to multiple people?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

What is "Lean Publishing?"

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Why should I buy an in-progress Leanpub ebook?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

How can I register my interest in an in-progress but still unpublished book project?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can I pre-order a copy of an unfinished book?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Why should I buy an ebook on Leanpub when I can buy it elsewhere, like at the Amazon or Apple online bookstores?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'd like to become a Leanpub author. What should I do?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

Can I pay by eCheck with PayPal?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I paid by eCheck but I didn't get my download link!

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago

I'm still not sure about something! Can you help?

Written by Len Epp
Updated over a week ago