Solo Leveling is one of the most popular manhwa ever made — but with so many unofficial scan sites floating around, it can be hard to know where to read Solo Leveling legally. Reading on official platforms supports the creators, gives you the best translation and image quality, and keeps you safe from the malware and pop-ups that plague piracy sites. Here's every legitimate way to read it in English.
Where to read Solo Leveling officially
Solo Leveling (written by Chugong, with art by DUBU / REDICE Studio) is licensed in English on two official platforms:
- Tapas — The full webtoon is available with a mix of free and premium episodes. Tapas uses a coin/ink system where older chapters unlock for free over time and the newest ones can be bought.
- Tappytoon — Also carries the official English release, episode by episode, with paid unlocks.
You can jump straight to the verified official links on our Solo Leveling series page, which always points to the licensed sources.
Is Solo Leveling free to read?
Partly. Both Tapas and Tappytoon let you read a chunk of the series for free, then charge for premium or newly released chapters. This "freemium" model is standard for licensed webtoons — it lets you sample the story at no cost while still paying the creators for the latest content. If you want the whole series in one go, buying the premium unlocks (or the print volumes) is the way to do it.
Should I buy the print volumes?
If you love the series, the print editions are gorgeous — full-color collected volumes that look fantastic on a shelf and make great gifts. They're widely available online, and collecting the set is the most complete way to own Solo Leveling. (As an Amazon Associate, NEXORY earns from qualifying purchases, which helps keep this site free.)
Why avoid pirated scan sites?
Unofficial aggregator sites might seem convenient, but they come with real downsides: low-quality or inaccurate translations, intrusive ads and malware, and — most importantly — zero support for the artists and writers who made the series. Every official read or purchase directly funds more chapters and future projects. Reading legally is the single easiest way to support the medium you love.
What to read after Solo Leveling
Finished the series and craving that same overpowered-hero, leveling-up rush? A few great next reads from our catalog include The Beginning After the End, The Gamer, and Omniscient Reader. We've put together a full list in our guide to the best manhwa like Solo Leveling.
Bottom line: read Solo Leveling on Tapas or Tappytoon, grab the print volumes if you want to collect it, and skip the sketchy scan sites. Your eyes — and the creators — will thank you.