How do I report a bug in the software?

Please send an e-mail and let me know the exact sequence of events that lead to the error.

How much does SwordBible cost? Under what kind of license is SwordBible distributed?

SwordBible is a completely free software (even for commercial use) distributed under GNU GPL. Software under GNU GPL license falls within a somewhat similar category and is referred to as free software. As stressed by the FSF (Free Software Foundation), free in this context goes beyond the "no payment" concept - it's about the freedom to use, share, study and modify a piece of software. For this to be possible, the source code for that software must be made freely available, which also applies to modified and shared (distributed) versions.

It's worth noting that the GPL clearly states that entities that modify or distribute original or derivate software may charge any amount of money for this service. However, this rarely happens and almost every product licensed under the GPL can be obtained without paying any kind of fee.

Free software may be used at no cost for both personal and commercial purposes. However, if a person or company creates a derived software product by modifying the original source code and wishes to distribute the result, it must be done under the same free software terms, including the source code modifications.

Is there a version of this software available for Pocket PC/ Palm OS/ Mac ?

Sorry, currently SwordBible is only available for the windows platform.

Why is the New International Version (NIV) not available for download?

NIV and TNIV texts are copyrighted by International Bible Society and we do not have the permission to distribute them. According to the NIV and TNIV permission guidelines: "The NIV & TNIV text may be quoted in any form (written, visual, electronic, or audio), up to and inclusive of five hundred (500) verses or less without written permission, providing the verses quoted do not amount to a complete book of the Bible, nor do verses quoted account for 25 percent (25%) or more of the total text of the work in which they are quoted, and the verses are not being quoted in a commentary or other Biblical reference work. This permission is contingent upon an appropriate copyright acknowledgment." (Read more here)

Is there any documentation available? How can I get help with using the software?

The documentation section is currently under construction, please check back periodically. In the meantime, feel free to ask for help using e-mail

Is it okay to contact using the phone?

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Can I sell advertising on your website?

Currently this site is advertisement free, as you might have noticed. However, feel free to make an offer.

Will you allow me to link to your website in exchange for linking mine on yours?

Feel free to link to this website. We cannot guarantee a link to your website in exchange. Feel free to inquire however.