# CardStar

> Digital wallet for loyalty, rewards, and membership cards with offers and shopping lists. (iPhone/iPad app by Express Checkout LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardstar/id301460311 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Express Checkout LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/919570830)
- Category: Shopping, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.40/5 from 874 App Store ratings · 221 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 25 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2009-01-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-21
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardstar/id301460311/reviews.md

## What is CardStar?

Go Cardless with CardStar™ from Constant Contact.  Fast, secure and easy!
CardStar eliminates wallet and keychain clutter by conveniently storing your loyalty, rewards, and membership cards in one easy to use app.

FAST & EASY SETUP
Instantly load your loyalty, rewards and membership cards using the camera on your device.

CONVENIENT CARD ACCESS
Access your cards in a flash with our geo-targeted card locator and have the cashier scan your cards directly from your phone.  Plus, sharing cards is simple so it’s easy for you to share joint memberships.

SAVE ON SPENDING 
Receive thousands of free offers and coupons from your favorite grocery stores, drugstores and more, right on your mobile device.

SHOPPING LISTS
Stay organized and easily manage your shopping list so you’ll never forget the milk again.

SAFE & SECURE
You never have to worry about lost cards or unauthorized use with advanced features like cloud backup and passcode lock.

## Key features

- Store loyalty, rewards, and membership cards
- Fast card setup with device camera
- Convenient card access and sharing
- Receive offers and coupons
- Create and manage shopping lists
- Cloud backup and passcode lock

## What do users think of CardStar?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Convenient to have all cards in one place
- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Reduces need to carry physical cards

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes on iOS 13 update
- 🐛 Glitchy signup process
- 🐛 Cards not recognized by some scanners
- 🐛 Unable to access account after phone change

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on startup after iOS 13 update
- Unable to sign in or reset password
- All card data lost after update

**Most requested features**

- Ability to add custom logos for cards
- Option to sort cards alphabetically
- Sync cards across multiple devices

## Recent user reviews (10 of 221)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cardstar/id301460311/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Thank you for this app

*2026-04-12, version 5.1.7*

Although there is less need for the app now than when I downloaded it, I still use it for several barcode cards, for smaller stores, that don’t have an icon, which defaults to a grey shopping cart icon. Having multiples of the same color and shape, an opportunity is to include a color wheel to assign a colors to the default grey icons.  
Thank you. 

PS- But as no updates in many years, maybe this is an orphan app?

### 5/5 — Good job

*2026-03-04, version 5.1.7*

Amazing when I need to pole it out at the gym

### 1/5 — Getting Worse

*2026-01-31, version 5.1.7*

Used to be okay, now I can't even scan a card in. The display is off and it lost a lot of its features. I'm deleting it.

### 1/5 — Obviously this app has been abandoned…

*2025-11-08, version 5.1.7*

Lost my phone and had to recreate it. The password I have for Cardstar doesn’t work, tried resetting and they send the reset link so late it’s expired when you finally get it, rinse and repeat. I’m really annoyed I trusted this app with my card info, might have lost several cards due to my ignorance. Guess will have to do my best to resurrect what I can into Apple Wallet, they’ll probably remain reliable unlike CardStar.

### 3/5 — No longer usable

*2025-09-29, version 5.1.7*

Used this app for years to store library and other cards. Now you have to upgrade for features we don’t need but the screens to create an account don’t work - they scroll up so you can’t make the required entries. Poor QA

### 2/5 — Not compatible?

*2025-08-05, version 5.1.7*

I remembered using this app years ago so I downloaded it again. I can’t get past the signup page. It’s glitchy and won’t let me insert my data to move forward. I can’t leave a great review on the app because I can’t get to the point where I can use it. So, don’t download this? I guess?

### 1/5 — Extremely limited

*2025-06-08, version 5.1.7*

Will not store or doesn’t recognize most retailers cards. Poor app.

### 2/5 — Getting slower and glitchy

*2025-04-13, version 5.1.7*

I’ve had this App for nearly twelve (12) years or so. The history is patchy. Originally it worked very well. Then the company stopped supporting it and things went downhill. The current owner promised regular updates but only has done a few. 

For the past few months it’s been getting slower and slower to open. Since there’s no way to sort, it can take an inordinate amount of time to find your card. It might not be a actually that long but it is when your in line and the cashier and the people behind you are waiting on you. 

Update 2025:  it’s now been five years plus since the last update. It’s only a matter of time and Apple iOS updates before it stops working.

### 5/5 — Apple wallet

*2024-08-03, version 5.1.7*

Hey, I love this app. It’s easy to use. Looks good. I was wondering the developers were able to make it so the cards saved in it could be added to Apple Wallet. I just like everything in one place and push wrong buttons all the time so I try to streamline most of my life.

### 3/5 — Clunky

*2024-08-03, version 5.1.7*

Be nice if cards were saved in alphabetical order. 
Couldn’t find simple way to update existing card details, had to delete & re-add, but new card didn’t show up. 
Only benefit is not carrying lots of cards around - saves space but not time at store checkout

## Frequently asked questions about CardStar

### What does CardStar do?

CardStar is an application designed to store all your loyalty, rewards, and membership cards digitally. It helps eliminate physical wallet clutter by providing a convenient and secure way to access and manage these cards on your mobile device.

### How do I add my cards to CardStar?

Adding cards is a fast and easy process. You can instantly load your loyalty, rewards, and membership cards by using the camera on your device to scan them directly into the app.

### Is CardStar free to use?

Yes, CardStar is a free application. There are no costs associated with downloading or using its core features for storing and accessing your cards, receiving offers, or managing shopping lists.

### What are the security features of CardStar?

CardStar prioritizes the security of your information. It offers advanced features like cloud backup to protect against lost cards and a passcode lock to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring your digital cards are safe.

### Can I share my cards with others using CardStar?

Yes, sharing cards is simple with CardStar. This feature is particularly useful for sharing joint memberships or allowing family members to access shared loyalty programs, making it convenient for multiple users.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.1.7 — 2019-10-04

Fixes iOS 13 crashes and other enhancements.

### 5.1.5 — 2018-10-19

Fix crash on startup for iOS 12 devices.

### 5.1.4 — 2017-11-15

Fixed startup crash issue that was affecting some users.

### 5.1.3 — 2017-11-06

By popular demand, we've replaced the "Nearby Cards" feature with "Recent Cards" so that the cards you use most often appear first on the home screen.

### 5.1.0 — 2017-03-20

First update in 3 years!

CardStar is under new management and being actively developed in response to your feedback. This update is the first of several that will address known issues and bring improved functionality.  This first update removes the deals section fixing the delays some users have experienced, and includes internal improvements addressing other issues in preparation for the future.

PLEASE NOTE: This update will log you out - if you used an email address you no longer have access to and you don’t know your password you will need to re-enter your cards after the update.

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*Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-07-21.*