# CDFW License — CDFW License Application > Official California fishing and hunting license management app. (iPhone/iPad app by RA Outdoors, LLC, d/b/a Aspira.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdfw-license/id6450827501 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [RA Outdoors, LLC, d/b/a Aspira](https://appshunter.io/developer/1351637760) - Category: Sports - Price: Free - Rating: 2.90/5 from 88 App Store ratings · 42 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.1 · 69 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2024-02-20 - Data updated: 2026-08-27 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdfw-license/id6450827501/reviews.md ## What is CDFW License? CDFW License App is the official license management App for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. Utilize this app to view and store all your CDFW fishing and hunting licenses, preference points, access permits, and drawing applications. ## Key features - View fishing licenses - View hunting licenses - Store preference points - Access permits - Manage drawing applications ## Chart rankings - #139 in Top Free · Sports (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 42) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cdfw-license/id6450827501/reviews.md ### 1/5 — Not user friendly *2026-07-25* Tried to create a account but it keeps saying no primary customer record? It just won’t let you proceed. I already have a fishing license and was hoping to be able to keep a record in my phone. Maybe they could check out some other states and see how user friendly they are ### 3/5 — Needs Apple Wallet support *2026-06-18* The app is as basic as it comes (which is actually probably better in this case). It has many repetitive info dumps that could be consolidated for efficiency. It absolutely needs Apple Wallet support to be taken seriously. Fishing (no pun) for the app in a sea of hundreds on an iPhone is no fun when the warden is waiting. Add Apple Wallet (as other states have) support ASAP. ### 1/5 — Impossible for out of state *2026-06-08* I'm out of state trying to get a single day fishing license, and the instructions send you to a link that blocks you from getting it without a GO ID, but doesn't allow you to sign up for a GO ID until you've verified your identity through GO ID. Worst system ever. ### 1/5 — Awful amateur code *2026-06-01, version 2510.4.7* 15 minutes in and cannot even create an account ### 5/5 — Showing support for growth *2026-05-25* App works as should and displays what you need. You can purchase everything from the app. There’s some upgrades to wish for but this is a step in the right direction to have this mobile feature. ### 1/5 — Yup *2026-05-15, version 2510.4.7* Says error 403 and won’t let me buy anything ### 1/5 — Useless *2026-05-10, version 2510.4.7* Can't even link info to register, it can't associate any ID info I give it. Tried DL, passport and nothing but errors. ### 1/5 — Terrible *2026-04-11* Won’t let me make an account I’ve tried doing the associate bs cause it won’t let me do anything else. I’ve used my military and my state id and just keeps giving errors. Whats the point of having an app and then not even bothering to make sure it works. Waste of time ### 4/5 — The step in right direction *2026-02-22* The app feel a bit raw, but I think it’s a step in the right direction. There’s is no sense in carrying physical copy of the license when you have your phone with you. Here are few wishes/comments: Apparently you cannot use the same account you already created online with this app, you have to try-register then link them (inconvenient); I wish I can use app for lobster reporting as well (why on earth I need to carry that stupid card with me?). I wish I can specify the location and harvest method (freediving) and have a tailored regulations with fish search and id guid. And add an interactive MPA map. ### 1/5 — Bad app *2025-11-17, version 2504.2.5* Errors out and a delete and reload does not fix. Can’t report no harvest ## Frequently asked questions about CDFW License ### What does the CDFW License app do? The CDFW License app is the official application for the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. It allows users to view and store their California fishing and hunting licenses, preference points, access permits, and drawing applications. ### What types of licenses can I manage with this app? You can manage your CDFW fishing licenses and hunting licenses through this app. It also provides access to preference points, access permits, and drawing applications related to wildlife activities in California. ### Is this app free to use? Yes, the CDFW License app is available for free. There are no associated costs to download or use the application itself. ### Who is this app intended for? This app is designed for individuals in California who engage in fishing or hunting activities. It serves as a convenient tool for managing all their official licenses and permits issued by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2607.3.3 — 2026-07-20 Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 2510.4.7 — 2025-11-20 Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 2504.2.5 — 2025-04-15 Automatic updates of downloaded CDFW regulations Support for iOS18 Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 2502.1.7 — 2025-02-28 Automatic update of downloaded regulations Improved on screen instructions for Sign In and Account Creation Minor bug fixes and improvements ### 2407.4.22 — 2024-07-30 Added CDFW Customer Alerts Minor Bug Fixes ## Apps similar to CDFW License | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Go Outdoors VA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-outdoors-va/id430899744) | 3.6 (227) | Free | Sports | | [Utah Hunting and Fishing](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/utah-hunting-and-fishing/id917790424) | — | Free | Sports | | [Arizona E-Tag](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arizona-e-tag/id1582235944) | 2.3 (27) | Free | Sports | | [Go Outdoors Idaho](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/go-outdoors-idaho/id1537005118) | 3.8 (100) | Free | Sports | | [FishLegal](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishlegal/id1230932238) | 4.3 (119) | Free | Sports | | [Fishbrain - Fishing App](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishbrain-fishing-app/id477967747) | 4.7 (71,322) | Free | Sports | ## More apps by RA Outdoors, LLC, d/b/a Aspira - [RA Camping](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ra-camping/id503915200) - [RV Parky - Parks & Campgrounds](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rv-parky-parks-and-campgrounds/id695969271) - [Aspira Law Enforcement](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aspira-law-enforcement/id1065645673) - [Aspira Venue Manager](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aspira-venue-manager/id1273968157) - [Aspira Law Enforcement](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/aspira-law-enforcement/id1384333476) - [Campit KS](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/campit-ks/id1449813035) All apps by RA Outdoors, LLC, d/b/a Aspira: https://appshunter.io/developer/1351637760 ## Related topics [fishing license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/fishing-license) · [california fishing](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fishing) · [cdfw](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cdfw) · [cdfw license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/cdfw-license) · [california fishing license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fishing-license) · [california fish and wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fish-and-wildlife) · [california cdfw](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-cdfw) · [california wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-wildlife) · [california fishing game](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fishing-game) · [fish and wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/fish-and-wildlife) · [department of fish and wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/department-of-fish-and-wildlife) · [ca fish and wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ca-fish-and-wildlife) · [california fishing and wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fishing-and-wildlife) · [ndow](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ndow) · [ca license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ca-license) · [caltip](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/caltip) · [florida fishing license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/florida-fishing-license) · [wdfw license](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/wdfw-license) · [nevada department of wildlife](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/nevada-department-of-wildlife) · [california fish grill](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/california-fish-grill) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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