Sync & Multi-Device
Komic has two different sync systems:
- Server sync keeps your reading progress aligned with your Komga or Kavita server.
- iCloud settings sync keeps selected app preferences aligned across your Apple devices.
Server Sync
Section titled “Server Sync”Server sync uses your Komga or Kavita server.
What Syncs
Section titled “What Syncs”Reading Progress: Current page, completed status
Enabling Server Sync
Section titled “Enabling Server Sync”Settings → Reader → Sync section:
- Sync Read Progress
- Sync Downloaded Books
Both default to enabled with Komic+.
How Server Sync Works
Section titled “How Server Sync Works”- Syncs automatically in background while you read
- Multi-server: Each server syncs independently
- Offline-safe: Saves locally, syncs when reconnected
iCloud Settings Sync
Section titled “iCloud Settings Sync”iCloud settings sync uses your Apple account to sync only the preferences you choose.
Enabling iCloud Settings Sync
Section titled “Enabling iCloud Settings Sync”Settings → iCloud Sync
- Turn on Sync settings with iCloud
- Choose exactly which settings should sync
What Can Sync
Section titled “What Can Sync”You can choose individual settings from sections like:
- Reader: reading direction, tap areas, number of pages, page image mode, crop borders, split wide pages, webtoon spacing, and more
- EPUB: EPUB preferences, presets, progress text, header display, footer display, and Live Text options
- Library & Appearance: layout, thumbnail size, home sections, filters, cover badge, app icon, and sorting
- Controls: zoom settings, volume buttons, and Pencil page turns
- Downloads: Wi-Fi only, delete when read, and simultaneous downloads
What Does Not Sync
Section titled “What Does Not Sync”- Servers
- Credentials
iCloud Sync Notes
Section titled “iCloud Sync Notes”- If the same setting changes on multiple devices, the latest change wins
- iCloud sync only affects options you explicitly selected in Settings → iCloud Sync
Troubleshooting
Section titled “Troubleshooting”Server Sync
Section titled “Server Sync”- Verify Komic+ subscription active
- Check sync enabled in Settings
- Ensure connected to server
iCloud Settings Sync
Section titled “iCloud Settings Sync”- Check that Sync settings with iCloud is enabled in Settings → iCloud Sync
- Make sure the specific settings you want are selected in the checklist
- Ensure iCloud is available on your device