Makes the city come alive
What a cool app! It makes it so easy to find out the architectural story behind the buildings I’ve passed by for years. Really seamless and fun.
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Discover the history and architecture of buildings around you using augmented reality. Point your phone to identify structures, view key facts like year built and architect, and explore detailed stories. Unlock deeper historical content and offline access with a subscription.
✓Augmented reality building identification
✓Key facts: year built, architect, style
✓Detailed historical stories
✓Offline access for travel
✓Log of visited buildings
✓Credited public sources
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What's New in ArchSpy
1.1.0
October 11, 2026
• A new look for busy streets. Each building now gets a single tag showing its name and distance. Where there are many buildings, ArchSpy groups them in rings, nearest first. Slide along the bar at the bottom to see farther. Tap a marker to bring it forward with its full name. • See what Pro unlocks before you buy. The upgrade screen now shows three real buildings. Tap one to explore its full card. • Know where you're looking. Every building card now says how far away the building is and in which direction, such as "120 m NE of you", and it updates as you walk. • Something to find, even off the beaten path. If there's nothing notable nearby, ArchSpy now points you to the nearest building worth seeing, with its distance, direction and town, even when it's a drive away. Tap it to open its card. • Distances that line up. Marker distances now use one consistent style, so you can compare them at a glance. • Better battery life. The camera pauses while a card, the menu or a photo fills the screen. • Steadier directions. Routes update with every location fix and move on to the next step even if you take a turn wide. If you stray off the route, ArchSpy tells you to follow the arrow. • Simpler settings. Only Walking distance and Marker size remain. • ArchSpy now stays in portrait orientation. • Fixed: "Show more" now appears whenever a building's history is cut off. • Updated wording in the Support ArchSpy tip jar.
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FAQ
What is ArchSpy?
ArchSpy is an augmented reality application that reveals the history and architecture of buildings around you. It identifies structures and provides key facts such as the year built, architect, and style.
Does ArchSpy have ads?
No, ArchSpy does not contain advertisements. The app is free to explore with optional in-app purchases for deeper content.
How much does ArchSpy cost?
ArchSpy is free to download and explore. An optional subscription called Keystone is available for $3.99 per month or $29.99 per year, offering full history and offline access.
What subscription tiers does ArchSpy offer?
ArchSpy offers a Keystone subscription with monthly ($3.99) and yearly ($29.99) plans. Both plans include a free trial period.
Can I use ArchSpy offline?
Yes, the Keystone subscription provides offline access, which is useful for walking and travel when internet connectivity may be limited.
What devices does ArchSpy support?
ArchSpy currently supports iPhones. It was released on August 4, 2026, and last updated on August 16, 2026.
What is the age rating for ArchSpy?
ArchSpy has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for most users interested in history and architecture.
How often is ArchSpy updated?
ArchSpy was last updated on August 16, 2026, indicating a recent focus on development and potential for future updates. The developer is actively seeking user input for new city additions.
