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Panels Store

Panels Store

Buy DRM-free comics and read them instantly in Panels

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Overview

What it is

Panels Store is a DRM-free digital comics marketplace built by the team behind Panels, the iOS and Mac comic reader used by hundreds of thousands of readers. Readers can discover, buy, download, and read comics without platform lock-in. Creators and publishers keep 80%, stay non-exclusive, and get access to an audience already reading comics every day.

Intent

I need it when

Own digital comics permanently without subscription cancellation risk

Unlike subscription services, Panels Store sells DRM-free titles that users own outright. Purchased comics remain accessible indefinitely, not subject to licensing agreements or service discontinuation, providing true digital ownership.

Support independent comic creators and ensure fair creator compensation

Panels Store gives creators 80% of sales revenue, significantly higher than traditional subscription platforms. Readers purchasing directly from the marketplace know their money supports artists and writers fairly, aligning with the platform's mission to value human creativity.

Discover and purchase DRM-free digital comics from independent creators and established publishers

Panels Store is a DRM-free marketplace where readers buy and own individual comic titles permanently. Users can browse thousands of titles across genres, support independent creators directly, and build lasting digital collections that sync with the Panels reader app on iOS and Mac.

Explore diverse comic genres including manga, graphic novels, webcomics, and indie titles

Panels Store features curated collections across multiple genres and publishers, from established names like ABLAZE to independent creators. Users can browse by category, publisher, popularity, and release date to discover new series and support diverse storytelling.

Read comics on iPad and Mac with a dedicated, refined reading experience

Panels Store integrates seamlessly with the Panels reader app, which has been refined over eight years based on user feedback. Purchased titles sync automatically across iOS and Mac devices, enabling a continuous reading experience optimized for tablet and desktop.

Drop

Not a fit when

  • User wants unlimited subscription access to a large catalog of comics without per-title purchases
  • User requires DRM-protected content or licensing restrictions for corporate/institutional use
  • User needs reading support on Android or non-Apple platforms (Panels Store integrates with iOS and Mac app only)
  • User seeks traditional comic book store experience with physical inventory or local pickup
  • User wants AI-generated or algorithmically-curated content rather than human-created storytelling
Commercials

Pricing

Per-title purchase model; individual comics, graphic novels, and manga sold at varying prices. Free titles available. Creators receive 80% of sales revenue. View pricing