Dotbooks

Dotbooks is a file format, typically used in Germany, for distributing ebooks. It is a proprietary format developed by the German Booksellers and Publishers Association (Börsenverein des Deutschen Buchhandels). Dotbooks files are DRM-protected and often distributed through the dotbooks online store or partner platforms. The format is specifically designed for the German-speaking market and aims to provide a standardized and secure ebook distribution system. Unlike more open formats like EPUB, Dotbooks requires dedicated reader software or apps to access the content.