Getting Started
Download and Install
Download Sub Radar from the App Store and open the app. The first time you launch, you'll see a quick onboarding guide.
Add Your First Subscription
Tap the "+" button to add your first subscription. Enter the name, cost, billing cycle, and next billing date.
Set Up iCloud Sync
Enable iCloud sync in Settings to keep your subscriptions synchronized across all your Apple devices.
Configure Notifications
Set up reminder notifications to never miss a billing date. You can customize timing and enable calendar integration.
Video Tutorials
Watch these step-by-step guides to master all of Sub Radar's features.
Adding Your First Subscription
Learn how to add subscriptions with all the important details including reminders and organization.
Setting Up Smart Reminders
Configure notification reminders and calendar integration to never miss a payment.
Organizing with Tags and Platforms
Use tags and platform assignments to organize your subscriptions efficiently.
Understanding Reports and Analytics
Explore spending insights, category breakdowns, and platform usage analytics.
iCloud Sync and Multi-Device Usage
Set up seamless synchronization across iPhone, iPad, and other Apple devices.
Features Guide
📱 Subscription Management
Adding Subscriptions: Tap the + button to add new subscriptions. Fill in the name, cost, billing cycle, and next billing date.
Management URLs: Add direct links to subscription management pages for easy access to cancellation or modification.
Notes: Add personal notes about your subscriptions, like plan details or renewal terms.
Active/Inactive Status: Mark subscriptions as inactive without deleting them to track cancelled services.
🔔 Smart Reminders
Notification Timing: Choose from 1 day, 7 days, 1 month before, or set custom timing.
Push Notifications: Receive rich notifications with subscription details and quick actions.
Calendar Integration: Add billing dates directly to your calendar app with EventKit integration.
Multi-Device Sync: Reminder settings sync across all your Apple devices via CloudKit.
🏷️ Organization System
Categories: Organize subscriptions into categories like Entertainment, Productivity, or News.
Tags: Apply multiple tags to subscriptions for flexible organization (e.g., "Video streaming", "Family plan").
Platforms: Track which devices or services you use for each subscription (iPhone, iPad, Web, TV, etc.).
Color Coding: Use custom colors for categories and tags for visual organization.
📊 Reports and Analytics
Spending Overview: View total monthly spending with trend analysis over time.
Category Breakdown: Pie charts showing spending distribution across categories.
Platform Usage: See which platforms host most of your subscriptions.
Interactive Charts: Tap charts to drill down into specific data points and time periods.
Export Charts: Share charts as images or PDF reports.
☁️ iCloud Sync
Automatic Sync: Your data syncs automatically across all Apple devices signed into the same iCloud account.
Private Database: Data is stored in your private CloudKit database for maximum security.
Offline Support: Full functionality works offline; changes sync when connectivity returns.
Conflict Resolution: Smart handling of data conflicts when editing on multiple devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I backup my subscription data?
Sub Radar automatically backs up your data through iCloud sync. Additionally, you can manually export your data via Settings > Export Data in multiple formats (CSV, JSON, Plain Text).
Can I use Sub Radar on multiple devices?
Yes! Enable iCloud sync in Settings and your subscriptions will automatically sync across all your Apple devices (iPhone, iPad, Mac) signed into the same Apple ID.
How do reminder notifications work?
You can set reminders for each subscription with customizable timing (1 day, 7 days, 1 month, or custom). The app will send push notifications and can optionally add events to your calendar.
Is my data secure and private?
Absolutely. Your data is stored locally on your device and synced through your private CloudKit database. We never have access to your subscription information. See our Privacy Policy for details.
Can I track subscriptions I've cancelled?
Yes! Instead of deleting cancelled subscriptions, mark them as "inactive." This keeps them in your history for reference while excluding them from active spending calculations.
How do I organize my subscriptions?
Use categories (Entertainment, Productivity), tags (multiple per subscription), and platform assignments to organize your subscriptions. You can filter and search using any of these organizational methods.
What platforms are supported?
Sub Radar includes 15+ pre-built platforms (iPhone, iPad, Android, PlayStation, Xbox, Apple TV, etc.) and allows you to create custom platforms for your specific devices or services.
How accurate are the spending analytics?
Sub Radar calculates spending based on your entered subscription costs and billing cycles. Monthly equivalents are calculated for yearly subscriptions to provide accurate spending insights.
What if I have issues or suggestions?
Contact us through our Contact Form. We respond to bug reports within 12 hours, feature requests within 48 hours, and general questions within 24 hours.
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