FAQ
My Account
- What is my Logos username and password?
Your username is the email address you used to create your account. Your user-created password was entered during the account creation process. Both your email address and password can be changed once you have logged in to your Logos account.
- I forgot my password. How can I reset it?
If you know which email address you used to sign in, you can reset your password here.
If you do not have access to your email account anymore, contact customer support by phone at (800) 875-6467 or by email at support@logos.com.- I’ve experienced a problem with my account or the Logos app. What should I do?
Our Customer Service team is happy to assist you by email or phone at (800) 875-6467. Visit logos.com/contact for our hours of operation.
Tip: If you’re experiencing a more technical issue, like an “error” or “crash,” please visit our Support Page for possible solutions. If your issue is not covered, you might consider emailing our Technical Support Department. You’ll find instructions for reporting issues here.
- Can I use Logos on my mobile devices?
Yes. You can install Logos on all your favorite devices. When you log in to Logos apps using your Logos account, you will always have access to your library and most recent work.
- What is the End User License Agreement (EULA)?
You can view our EULA here.
The EULA is the license every user agrees to when he or she installs a copy of Logos. In essence, the EULA says Logos can be used by one user on multiple devices. Your package is yours for your own personal use and can be used on your PC, Mac, iPad, iPhone, Android, and other devices at home or at work.- What is the Faithlife Privacy Policy?
You can view our Privacy Statement here.
- What am I allowed to do with Logos media? Is it copyrighted?
Logos 10 delivers a rich set of media collections, which raises some questions: What am I allowed to do with Logos media? Is it copyrighted? Do I have to ask permission to show it in front of an audience? What about posting to social media?
The answers to these questions depend on the media. Logos media collection slides, videos, and still photographs are released under four different licenses: Public Domain, Logos Free, Logos User, and Copyrighted. For more information, please read Permissions & Copyright for Logos Media.
- Why was an item in my cart replaced with a different item automatically?
If you are purchasing an individual book or collection, and then you add a bundle that contains the individual book or collection in your cart, we will remove the individual book because that item is contained within the bundle. This ensures you won’t pay for the same book twice.
- Why does it say that items in my cart have their prices dynamically reduced?
We offer dynamic pricing which automatically adjusts the price of a product based on its overlap with resources you already own. There are two types of dynamic pricing: (1) Ownership dynamic pricing which discounts collections based on what overlapping resources you already own. (2) Cart overlap dynamic pricing which discounts products in your cart if there is overlap between multiple collections.
Ownership dynamic pricing is displayed directly on product pages and search results and in your shopping cart. Cart overlap dynamic pricing is applied and displayable only in your cart, when applicable.
- What is Logos’s return policy?
We have a thirty-day money-back guarantee return period on all non-subscription products. Once your product is returned, we will process your refund within seven to ten business days. Any specific item may be returned only once for the lifetime of your account. Please contact Customer Service at (800) 875-6467 for help with your return. Learn more.
- If I live outside the United States, what currency will be used for my order?
All orders on logos.com will be purchased using USD.
- Are there any restrictions on the coupon code I received?
You can view our coupon code restrictions and exclusions here.
- What is Faithlife?
Faithlife the makers of Logos is based in Bellingham, Washington, with offices in Arizona and Mexico, has been using technology to equip the church to grow in the light of the Bible for more than thirty years. Our flagship product, Logos, is the most popular Bible study tool on the planet. Part Bible app, part smart book reader, part sermon builder, Logos helps people go deeper in their study of the Word. Faithlife is committed to increasing biblical literacy and accessibility for every Christian around the world.
Logos 10
- What is Logos?
Logos is the world’s leading Bible platform. Its massive networked libraries, fast searches, original language tools, and helpful Bible-knowledge features help you draw insight from the Word. Professionally designed media within the platform allows you to easily share these insights with others. No matter what device you’re using—Windows, Mac, iPhone, iPad, or Android—you can take your library anywhere.
- What is a Logos package?
A package (sometimes called “base package”) is made up of two essential parts:
- A Logos 10 theological library that includes commentaries, reference works, and other helpful biblical resources
- A Logos 10 Feature Set made up of tools and datasets that work in coordination with your library to give you deep, powerful Bible study
The power of Logos 10 is how these two work together. Logos 10 libraries are curated to help you get the most out of the Logos 10 Feature Set. You can learn more about packages here.
- What are datasets, and how do I use them?
Datasets are curated by a team of Bible specialists who have tagged common names, nicknames, pronouns, phrases, and numerous other data points within the Bible to help make your Bible study more efficient and effective. The power behind Logos is within the datasets.
- Where can I learn about what’s new in Logos 10?
To learn more about the new features, functionality, and resources you can get with Logos 10, visit logos.com/10.
- Where can I learn more about using Logos 10?
The best place to begin is the Logos Help Center. You’ll also want to read the Logos blog, where we explain many of the new features in Logos 10. In addition, we have an active community of forum users who are eager to teach new users how to get the most out of our platform. Finally, consider attending a Camp Logos seminar with authorized trainer Morris Proctor.
- How do I redeem a Mobile Ed course included with my Logos 10 Silver (or above) purchase?
You will receive a coupon code via email and on your receipt. You can redeem that coupon code for any of our individual Mobile Ed courses. You can also visit this page for step-by-step instructions.
Note: Bible Engagement Project packages do not include the Mobile Ed course.- Are there any special pricing options available?
Yes! Students and educational faculty can save on packages and select resources with our Academic Program.
- I thought Logos software updates were free. Why do I have to pay to upgrade?
We offer free updates to the software to allow you to read your books on new versions of your operating system. You don’t pay for updates at all, and depending on how long you have been using Logos, you have probably already received dozens of free updates since your initial purchase.
- Why should I upgrade?
You should upgrade to make sure you have the latest and greatest tools for Bible study and to take advantage of the best value you may ever encounter on a library. The new packages contain hundreds to thousands of dollars of new content for pennies on the dollar. What’s more, with dynamic pricing, your resources are tallied, and you receive a custom discount toward your new package. You only pay for the new content—nothing more.
- Where can I see a list of all the content in each package?
All the Logos packages have been reconfigured with new content for Logos 10. For a complete list of the exact contents in each package, visit our compare libraries page.
- What happens to books I’ve already purchased if I upgrade to Logos 10?
You keep them all! You won’t lose any books by upgrading. In fact, dynamic pricing analyzes the books you already own, so your current library counts as credit toward your Logos 10 complete upgrade.
- If I own Logos 9 Bronze and want to get Logos 10 Bronze, will I lose any features or books?
No. You will gain the new features and books that are part of your Logos 10 Bronze complete upgrade.
- Will I lose my notes, highlights, and favorites when I upgrade to Logos 10?
No. When synced to the cloud, your notes, highlights, and favorites will transfer to Logos 10 as long as you have an internet connection.
- Where are all my notes? They aren’t where they were before.
You can learn more about the new Notes system and where to find your notes in Logos 10 here.
- What are the system requirements for Logos 10?
Please visit logos.com/system-requirements for complete details on system requirements.
- What operating systems does Logos run on?
Logos runs on Windows and Mac operating systems. Please visit logos.com/system-requirements for more on system requirements.
- I have a new computer/operating system. How do I get Logos back without purchasing again?
Just go to the installation page and follow the directions. You can install as many times as you need to, to whatever operating system you need to, and on as many devices as you need to—as long as you aren’t sharing your library with another person. And remember, if you need quick access to Logos on a computer that doesn’t have the full desktop program installed, you can use the Logos web app at app.logos.com.
- Do I need to uninstall my previous version of Logos before I upgrade to Logos 10?
No. Your Logos 10 upgrade will replace your existing software installation (but not your books and features). If you remove Logos from your computer, you will need to re-download all of your Logos content in Logos 10.
- I just upgraded to Logos 10 and downloaded my books, but my app still indicates I have an older version of Logos. How can I get the Logos 10 engine?
If you are upgrading from Logos 4 or 5 to Logos 10, your new books will automatically download when you restart the app; however, you may need to install the new Logos 10 engine manually. If your computer meets the system requirements for Logos 10, locate the install link on your Order Summary email and follow the instructions.
- Will you release a free version of Logos?
You can get Logos Basic for free here.
- Is Logos available in languages other than English?
Yes, Logos is available in the following languages:
- I already have an English package but I am interested in purchasing one in a different language. Can the two be combined? How does it work?
Yes. English language resources are available in English, and foreign language resources are available in that language. You can choose which language to have the app display in. We also offer bilingual packages for certain languages.
Basic Training
- How can I learn Logos today?
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- Logos comes with help files within the app. Open the help files by clicking on the question mark icon in the top-right corner of the program, typing Help in the Command box, or pressing the F1 key.
- You can learn how to use Logos features at the Logos Help Center here.
- A tutorial resource is included in all Logos 10 packages. You can find it by searching in the Command bar for “Logos 10 QuickStart.” Logos 10 QuickStart training is provided by certified and authorized Logos trainer Morris Proctor. Morris, who has trained thousands of Logos users at his two-day Camp Logos seminars, provides many training materials.
- I updated to Logos 10. How do I install all the existing books I used in prior versions of Logos?
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Logos will automatically download those resources from our servers along with the package that you purchased.
My Books
- I just purchased a book. How do I install it?
Logos downloads your books automatically. If you’ve completed your purchase, simply restart Logos and you will be able access it just like you would any other resource in your library. If you don’t have a Logos 10 package, you can go to app.logos.com/ to access your book.
- If I upgrade to Logos 10, will I have to pay for books I already own?
The content you already own counts toward your unique dynamic price, so you don’t have to pay for the books you already own.
Mobile Apps
- Is it possible to use Logos on my mobile device?
Yes! We have mobile options available for Apple iOS (iPhone, iPad, etc) and most Android devices.
- If I start reading a book or make a note on the desktop or web app, can I pick up from where I left off in the mobile app?
Yes! As long as you are connected to the internet, your notes, highlights, etc., sync across all devices.
- What features are available in the Logos Bible Study app?
The Logos Bible Study mobile app includes some of our most popular features from the desktop software, including the Notes, Highlighting, and Text Comparison Tools, as well as the Passage Guide, Bible Word Study, Exegetical Guide, and Topic Guide. However, you can access more features on the Logos web app or every feature you own using the desktop app.
- Do I need to be connected to the internet for the app to work?
It depends. You will need to be connected to the internet via your mobile data provider or Wi-Fi to access all the features and resources of the app. We currently offer offline reading support for owned resources, private notes, highlights, and limited searching when you are not able to access the internet. Guides, full searching, and word lookup require an internet connection. To learn how to download a book for offline reading, click here.
- I have a Logos package. Will I be able to see all my books in the Logos app?
Most books in the Logos base packages are supported on mobile. However, a few of our older resources may not be available at this time. We are working with all of our publishers to ensure these resources can be available. They will be added as quickly as possible.
- What devices support the Logos mobile apps for Android?
The Logos mobile apps are compatible with most Android tablets and phones, as long as they support the "Google Play"or "Amazon Appstore"marketplaces.
- Do I have to register my account on my mobile device?
No. However, when you do register, you get thirty free books and the ability to add notes, highlights, and favorites. If you’re already a Logos user, you’ll also get access to your current library.
- How much do the apps cost?
Our mobile apps are free to download from their respective marketplaces but can be enhanced with additional books by linking to a Logos account with purchases.
- Which free books will I have access to on my mobile device?
The specific list of titles may vary over time. To ensure unrestricted access to a free resource, consider purchasing it at logos.com.
- Do I have to be a Logos customer to use the mobile app?
No. Our application is free for anyone to use and can be downloaded from the app store. However, if you are a Logos user, the app will give you access to books from your Logos library.
- Can I read my books offline?
The current version of our app offers limited offline reading by pre-downloading resources to your device. This requires an internet connection via your wireless carrier or Wi–Fi. Learn more.
- What’s the difference between the iPhone and iPad app?
The app is essentially the same for both devices. They use the same general interface, menus, and application from the app store, but they may appear differently based on the available screen size.
- Will the Logos Bible Study app work with my specific iOS device? Do I have enough space?
The app will run on any device running iOS 10 or later. The app itself does not take up much space, but installing offline books may require additional storage. Learn more.
- Where can I learn more about using the app?
Our free online training materials are constantly being updated. Visit our iOS training page for training on using the iOS app. Visit the Android training page for training on using the Android app on both Android devices and Kindle Fire.
Payment Plans
- What is a payment plan?
A payment plan gives you the option to spread your payment out over several months. If the one-time price is a bit too much, a payment plan can lighten the load.
- Who qualifies for a payment plan?
Anyone in good standing with Logos, placing an order with a billing address in a country we currently accept credit card payments from, may put a qualifying order on a payment plan.
Note: We cannot currently support payment plans when the billing address is located in Venezuela or Nigeria.
- Which orders qualify for a payment plan?
All orders over $100 (including tax and shipping).
- How long can my payment plan be?
We offer payment plan options from two to twenty months, depending on the size of your purchase. You will see the payment plan options available for your purchase displayed in your shopping cart.
- What will my payment be?
Monthly payments are based on order total, including tax and shipping but excluding the price of subscription products that may be on the order. The payment will vary depending on order size, the number of months you choose, the items on the order, and the amount of your initial payment. You can see the payment plan options available for your purchase displayed in your shopping cart and use the selector to see how your monthly payments would change based on your choices.
- Do you require a down payment?
Depending on the size and length of the plan being establis hed and the items contained in the order, we will sometimes ask users to make an initial payment that will be greater than the monthly payments to follow. This will be clearly shown in the shopping cart.
- Why am I charged a service fee? Is that interest?
The $5.99 monthly service fee is not interest but is collected to cover the administrative costs associated with the payment plan.
- Is a payment plan consistent with good stewardship?
Payment plans, like credit cards, can be used either constructively or carelessly. We offer payment plans as a purchase option to allow individuals the opportunity to invest in our Bible study tools in a way that works for them, within their budget constraints.
- What happens to the pennies that can’t be divided equally?
Any remaining pennies that cannot be divided equally are included with the initial payment. For example, an order totaling $300.04 paid over three months would be split into one payment of $100.02 followed by two payments of $100.01.
- How do I purchase a product using a payment plan?
Shop as usual! You will be presented with a payment plan option in your cart on logos.com, or you can call (800) 875-6467 and ask a representative how!
- Can I combine multiple payment plans?
Yes. Call (800) 875-6467 and ask a representative how!
- Will my payment plan fees be refunded if I return a product?
No. We do not refund payment plan fees on returns.
- Can I put a Pre-Pub on a payment plan?
Currently, we do not allow Pre-Pub orders to be put on payment plans.
Logos Digital Gift Cards
- Purchasing Digital Gift Cards:
- How do I send a gift card to someone?
We will ask you a few quick questions right after you check out to match your gift to the right person’s account. Our customer service team will reach out to you with any additional questions they might have while processing your gift.
- Can I use a coupon code to purchase a gift card?
We do not discount gift cards, and you cannot apply coupon codes to them in the cart. If you have a gift card along with other items in your cart, your coupon code may not work. You will have to check out with the gift card(s) separately.
- Is there a limit on how many gift cards I can purchase?
No. You can purchase as many gift cards as you’d like. If you’re buying more than one gift card, a customer service representative will contact you to make sure we send your gifts to the right people.
- How long does it take to process a gift card? (When will the recipient get my gift?)
While we make every attempt to deliver your gift card on the same day you place your order, please allow up to forty-eight hours for your gift to be fully processed.
- Can I return a gift card?
It depends. If we haven’t applied the gift card to the person’s account yet, a customer service representative can help you with a return. But once the gift is applied to the person’s account, we cannot issue a return.
- What if I change my mind about who I want to send a gift card to?
Similarly to returning a gift card, if we haven’t applied the gift to the original recipient’s account, we can make a change for you. You will need to reach out to Logos Customer Service as soon as you realize a change is needed. We cannot guarantee that all changes will be made.
- Can I see if the recipient has redeemed their gift card?
We’ll send you an email when your recipient gets your gift, but unfortunately, you will not be notified when the recipient actually uses the gift.
- Using Digital Gift Cards:
- What is a Logos digital gift card, and what products can it be used on? Can I use it on logos.com?
Yes! Digital gift cards will be applied to your account as credit. You can choose to apply credit during checkout on any of our websites or over the phone with a sales rep. You can see your credit balance at any time by visiting your credit settings page. Logos credit cannot be used to start new subscriptions.
- What’s the difference between a gift card and Logos credit?
A Logos gift card looks the same as Logos credit in someone’s account. The only real difference is that gift cards are given by people you know. You can use gift cards and Logos credit in the same way on any of our Logos websites or over the phone with a product expert.
- Can a gift card be applied to a payment plan?
If you would like to apply a gift card credit to a new or existing payment plan, please call us at (800) 875-6467 to speak with our accounting team.
- Can gift cards be applied to Pre-Pub orders?
Yes. If you visit your credit settings page, you can select to have your available credit used before your credit card on subscription/renewal payments. Note that credit cannot be used to start a new subscription.
- Can a gift card be applied to a subscription payment/renewal?
Yes. If you visit your credit settings page, you can select to have your available credit used before your credit card on subscription/renewal payments. Note that credit cannot be used to start a new subscription.
- Are there blackout days when gift cards can’t be used?
No. You can use your credit at any time until your balance runs out.
- Does my gift card credit ever expire?
No. Your gift card credit will remain on your account until you have used the entire
Group Licenses
- Purchasing Group Licenses:
- What is a group license?
A group license allows you to buy a digital license of a resource and distribute it to others.
- Why do I have to create a group if I want to buy multiple quantities of digital resources?
Faithlife groups are the tool we use for easy management and assignment of resources to others. If you decide to purchase a group license, you will be asked to create a new group or choose an existing group of which you are a member.
- I want to purchase the resources here for multiple groups. Do I have to make separate purchases?
Yes. Group assignment is for your entire cart. You will need to make separate purchases for each group for which you would like to purchase a resource.
- How many copies do I need to buy?
Each license can only be assigned once. You will need to purchase as many copies as you have group members with whom you would like to share.
- Assigning & Using Group Licenses:
- How do I assign licenses I purchased?
Get started assigning group licenses by following these instructions.
- I purchased resources for my group but don’t have permission to assign them. What should I do?
Admin permissions are required to assign licenses in a group. If you purchased resources but don’t have permission to assign them, ask your group’s administrator for assistance. To find your group’s admin, click Directory in the navigation sidebar, then look for the group member(s) with the Admin tag. If you’re still having trouble, give us a call at (800) 875-6467. We’re happy to help.
- I’m a group administrator who assigned copies of a resource for my group. How do I let them know?
Once you’ve given your group members access to a resource, they’ll receive a notification and email automatically that lets them know how to get started.
- Can I take a resource from one member and give it to another?
No. A resource cannot be shared by group members. Each member must have their own copy.
- I accidentally assigned one of my licenses to the wrong person. Can I switch it to another user?
If you made an error in assigning a license, please call our customer service number for help at (800) 875-6467 or email cs@logos.com.
- I accidentally assigned a license to someone who already owns this resource. What should I do?
Please contact our customer service team for help at (800) 875-6467 or email cs@logos.com.
- I accidentally purchased my licenses for the wrong group! Can I switch what group my licenses are applied to?
If you accidentally purchased a license for the wrong group, we can issue you a refund and help you reorder for the correct group. Please call our customer service number for help at (800) 875-6467 or email cs@logos.com.
If you have not yet checked out, you can change the group you have selected from your cart by clicking “change group” at the top of your order summary.- How can I see all the licenses I’ve purchased for my group?
Admin permissions are required to see licenses in a group.
If you purchased resources but don’t have permission to see them, ask your group’s administrator for assistance. To find your group’s admin, click Directory in the navigation sidebar and look for the group member(s) with the Admin tag.
As an admin, you can look at your group page on faithlife.com by clicking the “Settings” tab in the left sidebar. Then in the dropdown, click “Licenses” to see all the licenses purchased for your group, who is using them, and how many licenses you have left for each product. However, you are not able to see if the people to whom you assigned licenses have accessed their resource.- I’m a group member who just heard that I have access to a new Logos resource through my group. How do I start using Logos?
Logos is available for your iOS or Android device, online at app.logos.com, and as a free downloadable desktop application with Logos Basic. For the most robust experience, download the Logos desktop application. Every Logos user has access to each platform, and your account information is automatically synced across platforms and devices.
When you access Logos, log in with the same account you use for your church group on faithlife.com.- Why do I have to join a Faithlife group to receive resources from my church?
Faithlife groups are where we hold the licenses until they are assigned. After you receive your license, you do not need to remain in the group to retain access to your resource. However, a Faithlife group comes with many handy tools, so you may find that you want to use it to connect with your other group members about your resource.
- How does group licensed content work when users leave and join a group?
Logos resources that are purchased with a group license will stay with a member, even if they leave their Faithlife group. Their ownership is the same as if the user had purchased it for themselves on logos.com.
- Can I return a group license?
Group licenses follow Logos’s regular return policy.
Reftagger
- How do I set my preferred Bible translation?
Logos Reftagger will display the same translation in the tooltip window as you choose for your online Bible version. If your version is not yet available for the tooltips, Logos Reftagger will default to the ESV.
- Which web browsers are supported by Logos Reftagger? Does it work with older browsers as well?
Logos Reftagger is designed to check for browser support before running. If you are using an unsupported browser, no errors will be produced; it simply will not run. Logos Reftagger will work in any modern browser, including Internet Explorer 8+, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari.
- Does Logos Reftagger support the Bibleref markup?
Yes. Though Logos Reftagger will automatically pick up any standard Bible references like Matthew 5:1, Matt. 5:1, and Mt 5.1 without any special markup added, it will not tag an instance where you might later refer to verse 48 without specifying Mt 5:48. If you would like Logos Reftagger to tag instances like these as well, you will have to manually apply the Bibleref markup. So “verse 48” would appear this way in the code: verse 48. (Note: the default formatting for the cite tag displays the text as italic. To override the default italics, add the style="font-style:normal" attribute to your cite tag: verse 48.) To learn more about Bibleref, visit the Semantic Bible website.
- Does Logos Reftagger work with other languages?
Currently, Logos Reftagger only supports English and Spanish. If you’d like to see Logos Reftagger support another language, please let us know.
- I created my site from scratch with an HTML editor. How do I get Logos Reftagger to work on my entire site?
Most sites use one or more template files, so adding the Logos Reftagger script to those files will cause it to work on your entire site. If your site doesn’t have template files but is just a collection of individual HTML files, you will need to add the script code to every page. You may be able to perform a find and replace to apply it to all of your files at once. Most HTML editors like Dreamweaver and FrontPage support this operation.
- I followed the instructions to copy the code but it isn’t working. What else can I do?
- Check to make sure that the JavaScript code is in the footer, preferably immediately before the closing </body> tag. Logos Reftagger will only search for references in text that come before the JavaScript code.
- Make sure your browser supports JavaScript, and that JavaScript is enabled in your browser settings.
- Check to see if you have restricted Logos Reftagger from searching the HTML tag that the Bible reference appears in. For example, if the reference appears in a bold <b> or <strong> tag, ensure that you did not select “Bold” from the list of tags in the preferences.
- Logos Reftagger may not work when testing HTML pages on your local machine. If it has not been configured as a web server, you may see the message, “Sorry. This reference could not be loaded at this time,” when the mouse hovers over the reference hyperlink. Load the code to your website and test it there instead.