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Distribution
Retailers, OPDS feed, IngramSpark, takedowns, country settings.
- Can I distribute the same book through Chiify and another service at the same time?Not to the same store. Each store should receive a book from only one distributor at a time — here's how to split or switch cleanly.
- Can I upload many books at once? (bulk import)If you have a large catalogue, bulk import lets you add multiple books at once instead of one at a time. Here's how it works and when to use it.
- How do I change or update my book's ISBN?You can use your own ISBN or Chiify's free one. Changing an ISBN after publishing is sensitive — it can create a new listing. Here's what to know.
- How do I choose which stores my book goes to?Pick exactly which of Chiify's 400+ stores and 50,000+ libraries carry your book — select all, or choose individual retailers and territories per book.
- How do I delete a book?Deleting removes a book from Chiify and sends takedowns to stores. It frees an upload slot and is permanent. Withdraw instead if you may relaunch. Here's how.
- How do I find my book in the stores after it goes live?Once a store lists your book, search its title or ISBN in that store, then save the links to your Universal Book Link. Here's the reliable way to find it.
- How do I withdraw a book from sale and put it back later?Withdraw a book to pause sales across stores, then reinstate it when you're ready. Note that a long withdrawal can mean a fresh store URL. Here's how.
- How does distribution to Amazon Kindle work through Chiify?Publish once on Chiify and we deliver your ebook to Amazon Kindle worldwide. Here's how Amazon distribution, pricing, and timing work.
- How does distribution to Apple Books work?Chiify delivers your ebook and audiobook to Apple Books worldwide. Here's how Apple distribution works, including cover and metadata expectations.
- How does distribution to Google Play Books work?Chiify delivers your ebook to Google Play Books worldwide. Here's how Google distribution and its pricing model work for indie authors.
- How does distribution to Kobo work?Chiify delivers your ebook and audiobook to Kobo and its library/partner network worldwide. Here's how Kobo distribution works.
- How does library distribution (OverDrive and hoopla) work?Chiify reaches 50,000+ libraries through partners like OverDrive and hoopla. Here's how library lending works and how you get paid for it.
- How to take a book down from salePermanently or temporarily removing your book from retailers.
- KDP Select exclusivity vs going wide with ChiifyWhen Amazon-exclusive makes sense, and when distributing wide via Chiify pays back more.
- What are territory rights and how do I set them?Territory rights control which countries your book can be sold in. Set worldwide for maximum reach, or restrict to specific countries you hold rights for.
- Which retailers does Chiify distribute to?Full list of the 414+ retailers + library platforms Chiify ships your book to.
- Which stores accept fixed-layout EPUBs (children's books, comics)?Fixed-layout EPUBs (picture books, comics, cookbooks) are supported by some stores but not all. Here's what to know before you publish one.
- Why isn't my book on sale yet, or still in review?Books pass a 24–48 hour Chiify review, then each store ingests on its own schedule — so live dates vary by retailer. Here's the timeline and what to check.
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