SHUEISHA officially expands First Read Free feature on digital platform MANGA Plus for Indonesian readers. Starting August 4, users can now access thousands of manga chapters in Indonesian for free through the official app.
First Read Free Feature Now Available in Bahasa Indonesia
First Read Free is a feature that allows users to read more than 2,000 chapters from ten titles currently published simultaneously with Japan. All chapters are available in Indonesian and can be accessed through the application MANGA Plus on the device iOS and Android.
Each chapter can only be read once. Once the app is closed or the user exits the reading page, access to the chapter cannot be repeated. The system is designed so that readers complete a chapter in one session.
This feature was first launched in 2023 in English and is now available in Bahasa Indonesia as part of the global expansion.
Popular Titles Included in the Campaign
This campaign applies to titles that are being published simultaneously with Japan and are available in Indonesian. Some popular titles included in this list include ONE PIECE, Dandadan, and Spy x Family.
These titles are legally accessible in the app and can be read at no extra cost during the campaign.
Multiple Language and Title Support in MANGA Plus
Currently, MANGA Plus It supports nine languages and provides more than 90 manga titles in progress. This reflects SHUEISHA's efforts to bring manga content to more global readers through legal and easy-to-use digital access.
The First Read Free feature is part of this strategy, offering new readers the ability to start reading without having to subscribe.
MANGA Plus MAX as a Subscription Option
For readers who want unlimited access, there is the MANGA Plus MAX. Unlike First Read Free, this service allows users:
- Unlimited reading of the entire chapter
- Enjoy an ad-free experience
- Supports more ongoing titles
Campaign First Read Free remains an open option for users who want to explore content legally without any initial cost.
With the presence of the First Read Free feature in Indonesian, MANGA Plus provides new access for local readers to enjoy official manga for free and directly from major publishers. The campaign supports the growth of digital distribution of manga globally and strengthens the position of MANGA Plus as a user-friendly legal platform.
Source: MANGA Plus, Anime News Network
