Free PDF Reader for Windows & Mac
Quick Answer: Nook is a free PDF reader for Windows and macOS. No subscription or account required. Zoom controls, continuous scroll or page modes, dark mode themes, in-document search. Under 10MB install. Works completely offline.
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A lightweight alternative to Adobe Reader. No subscription, no bloat.
Download Nook
No account. No subscription. Just reading.
Nook for Windows
Windows 10 and Windows 11
Version 1.0.0
Nook vs Adobe Reader
Free. No subscription ever
No Adobe account required
Under 10MB install (Adobe is 500MB+)
Built-in dark mode
Works 100% offline
No upsells or upgrade prompts
Clean interface focused on reading
Also reads EPUB, Markdown, and text files
PDF Reading Features
Zoom Controls
Scale from 50% to 200%. Keyboard shortcuts (+/-).
Scroll Modes
Continuous scrolling or page-by-page.
Dark Mode
Multiple themes. Comfortable reading in any lighting.
Search
Find text within your PDF. Navigate between matches.
Keyboard Navigation
Arrow keys, Page Up/Down, Home/End.
Lightweight
Under 10MB. Fast startup, smooth scrolling.
FAQ
Is Nook a free PDF reader?
Yes. No subscription required. No ads, no account needed.
How is Nook different from Adobe Reader?
Nook is free with no account required. Under 10MB install (Adobe is 500MB+). Built-in dark mode. Works completely offline. No upsells or subscription prompts.
What PDF features does Nook have?
Zoom controls (50% to 200%), continuous scroll or page-by-page modes, search within document, and keyboard navigation.
Does Nook have dark mode for PDFs?
Yes. Multiple built-in themes including dark mode options.
Does Nook work offline?
Yes. Nook works completely offline. PDF files stay on your device.
What other formats does Nook support?
EPUB, Markdown (.md), plain text (.txt), RTF, and Novellier project files (.nvl).
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