# APB Desk App

> Mobile access and VIN scanning for Automotive Profit Builders dealer accounts. (iPhone/iPad app by Direct Link Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apb-desk-app/id554738267 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Direct Link Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/542790443)
- Category: Business
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 3.67/5 from 6 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 4 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2012-09-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apb-desk-app/id554738267/reviews.md

## What is APB Desk App?

*** NOTE: This application is strictly for auto dealers and requires an existing subscription to APB. DO NOT DOWNLOAD THIS APP UNLESS YOU ALREADY HAVE AN EXISTING AUTOMOTIVE PROFIT BUILDERS SUBSCRIPTION.

** NOTE: VIN Scanner requires an auto focusing camera.  Check your device documentation for camera compatability.

The APB Desk App gives you quick access to your important data stored with your APBDesk dealer account.  The application also has a built-in scanner which you can use to scan VIN numbers from the tag on the vehicle door jam.  Scanned VIN's can then be accessed in a VIN Queue on the site.   The site will decode the VIN number extracting the vehicle details and common equipment.  You can then print window stickers that can be displayed on your used car inventory.  Vehicles in your VIN Queue can also be used to link to your incoming trades as well as missed trades.

## Key features

- Access APB dealer account data
- Scan VIN numbers from vehicle tags
- Extract vehicle details and equipment
- Generate printable window stickers
- Link scanned vehicles to trades

## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/apb-desk-app/id554738267/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not good. Don't download this app even for free!

*2016-01-18, version 1.0*

This app is horrible. It doesn't adjust to your screen size and therefore you have to move the screen around just to read the information. I also couldn't find Touch ID support so I'm sure I'll have to login all the time. Annoying. Save your $1.99, you gain nothing from this app. I want a refund.

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2015-04-13, version 1.0*

This is a great app that is easy to use. I can always see what is going on even when I'm not there!

### 1/5 — Terrible

*2014-11-11*

Very poorly put together app. Do not recommend. Not worth the money. What a waste.

### 1/5 — Doesn't work

*2014-10-07, version 1.0*

All it does when you put your credentials in is goto an error page "Page cannot be displayed".  Paid for an app that I thought would be useful at work and it doesn't even work.

### 5/5 — Easy for on the go

*2012-09-25, version 1.0*

This App from APB is great. It makes it a lot easier for me to check on how things are going from out of the office. Everythings clear, easy to read, and formatted perfectly to fit the screen. Can't wait to see what comes next!

### 5/5 — APB App

*2012-09-25, version 1.0*

App makes it really easy for me to check up on my stats at my dealership. Very helpful

## Frequently asked questions about APB Desk App

### Does APB Desk App have ads?

No, APB Desk App does not contain advertisements.

### What is the price of APB Desk App?

APB Desk App is a paid application priced at $1.99.

### What devices support APB Desk App?

APB Desk App is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for APB Desk App?

APB Desk App has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience.

### When was APB Desk App last updated?

The latest version of APB Desk App was released on September 22, 2021.

### How does the VIN scanner in APB Desk App work?

The VIN scanner requires an auto-focusing camera on your device to scan VIN numbers from the vehicle's door jam tag. Scanned VINs are then processed to extract vehicle details.

### What can I do with scanned VINs in APB Desk App?

Scanned VINs can be accessed in a VIN Queue on the APBDesk website. From there, you can decode the VIN, extract vehicle details, print window stickers, and link them to incoming or missed trades.

### What is the user rating for APB Desk App?

APB Desk App has an average rating of 3.7 stars based on 6 user ratings.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.5 — 2021-09-22

Minor bug fixes and updates made for compatibility with IOS updates.

### 2.4 — 2018-04-06

Added license scan support for the state of NV.

### 2.3 — 2018-01-09

Bug fixes and changes made to accommodate scanning fo NY licenses.

### 2.2 — 2017-12-14

Fix for minor glitch with scanner operation

### 2.1 — 2017-12-11

Updated for IPhone X compatibility and added the ability to scan driver's licenses and ID cards.

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