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Import Goodreads Library & Generate Reading Profile

Escape the social reading pressure. Seamlessly migrate your entire Goodreads history and wishlist to FoldMarker in seconds.

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The Use Case

Goodreads has long been the default book tracking tool, but cluttered interfaces, unsolicited social comparisons, and aggressive advertising make it feel like work rather than a sanctuary. If you want a private, clean, distraction-free haven to organize what you want to read next, FoldMarker makes the switch effortless. You don't have to start from scratch—export your Goodreads library CSV and upload it directly to FoldMarker.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Export Your Library from Goodreads

Log into Goodreads on desktop. Go to My Books, click Import and Export in the left sidebar, and click Export Library to download your `.csv` file.

2

Open FoldMarker Import

Open FoldMarker, navigate to the Dashboard settings or Scanner hub, and select Import Goodreads CSV.

3

Automatic Bulk Ingestion & Cover Enrichment

Select your downloaded CSV. FoldMarker parses titles, authors, and reading statuses, resolving high-resolution covers in the background.

4

Unlock Your Personalized Reader DNA

Once imported, explore your reading DNA insights, top intellectual themes, and get curated "What to Read Next" recommendations.

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Pro Tip: Your imported shelf defaults to private mode with zero social notifications or vanity metrics, giving you full control over your reading sanctuary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I find the Export button on Goodreads?

Go to Goodreads.com on a computer browser → My Books (top nav) → Import and Export (left sidebar) → Export Library button. Goodreads does not yet support export on their mobile app.

Are all shelves (Read, Currently Reading, Want to Read) imported?

Yes. FoldMarker maps your "to-read" shelf to your Wishlist and "read" shelf to your Owned collection seamlessly.

What is Reader DNA?

Reader DNA analyzes recurring themes across your saved library and suggests personalized reading clusters without algorithmic clickbait.

Ready for a cleaner reading sanctuary?

Migrate your Goodreads library to FoldMarker in one click.

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