# Elephant Folio: PDF Library — Bound to Remember

> AI-powered PDF library organizer that automatically files and tags documents. (iPhone/iPad app by Beroea Tech L.L.C.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elephant-folio-pdf-library/id6758025984 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Beroea Tech L.L.C](https://appshunter.io/developer/672562554)
- Category: Productivity, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 95 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-17
- Data updated: 2026-08-31
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elephant-folio-pdf-library/id6758025984/reviews.md

## What is Elephant Folio?

Elephant Folio is a PDF organizer built for people who read papers.


Bring a paper in from Safari, Mail, or anywhere on your device, and Elephant Folio files it for you; based on what's actually inside it, not just the filename. The folders get made. The tags get applied. You keep reading.

Rules that organize for you
Set a rule once and every matching document gets tagged automatically. Match on filename, file contents, author, and more. You can combine conditions with a simple any/all toggle. Rules run the moment a file arrives, and you can re-run them on any file in your whole library anytime. No more tagging one file at a time.

Smart organizing, on by default:
When Apple Intelligence is available on one of your devices, Elephant Folio can also read and tag documents on its own. 

Your documents stay yours:
Everything stays on your devices. Nothing is uploaded anywhere.

Capture from anywhere:
The Share extension works across Safari, Mail, Files, and anything else that can hand off a PDF. Scan a physical page and it's filed before you put your phone down and your rules apply instantly.

Search that actually reaches:
Not just filenames. Not just folders. Text, tags, and document content, so the thing you're looking for turns up even when you don't remember what you called it.

One library across all your devices:
iCloud keeps Mac, iPad, and iPhone in sync — down to the exact page you left off on. Files live in your Documents folder and open in any app that reads PDFs. Siri Shortcuts let Elephant Folio fit inside whatever system you've already built for yourself.

Import from anywhere (even from the browser on a Windows): 
As long as you can access your iCloud folder, you can drag your PDF documents to Elephant Folio and they will be imported next time you open the app.

No internet? No problem:
Elephant Folio is a privacy-centric, offline-first app. Capture, read, tag, and search anywhere. 
The only network requests this app makes are ones to Apple's servers for iCloud syncing or those to fetch metadata from CrossRef/ArXiv/Pubmed. 

The elephant never forgets. Now neither do you.

By using this app you agree to Apple's standard EULA: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula

## Key features

- On-device AI for automatic filing
- Intelligent tagging and categorization
- Cross-device library sync via iCloud
- Capture PDFs from Safari, Mail, and camera
- Full-text search including document content
- Offline-first functionality
- Siri Shortcuts integration

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $4.00 | per month |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime License | $55.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/elephant-folio-pdf-library/id6758025984/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Doesn’t do what’s advertized

*2026-06-20*

This app claims a lot of capabilities, but as far as I can tell it doesn’t do much of anything. It is processing files, but all it’s doing is adding tags in some cases. I would really like my $55 back.

**Developer response:** We're sorry Elephant Folio fell short for you. You're right that on some files it only adds tags. That usually happens when a document has no readable text or publication details to work from, so the heavier features (auto-filing, title and author lookup from arXiv, CrossRef and PubMed, and generated summaries) have nothing to act on. We'd like to get it working properly for your files. Please email us at feedback@beroea.tech with an example of what you're seeing and we'll dig in.

And if you'd still prefer a refund, Apple handles those at reportaproblem.apple.com. Thanks for giving it a try.

### 5/5 — Hidden Gem

*2026-02-26*

Great app if you receive a lot of PDFs, the organization is reliable most of the time, and I think there’s a great potential here as the app grows.

## Frequently asked questions about Elephant Folio

### How does Elephant Folio organize my PDFs?

Elephant Folio uses Apple Intelligence on your device to read the content of your PDFs, not just filenames. It then automatically creates folders and applies tags to categorize them, making your library self-ordering.

### Does Elephant Folio have ads?

No, Elephant Folio does not contain advertisements. It is designed to be a private and distraction-free experience for managing your documents.

### Is Elephant Folio available on all my Apple devices?

Yes, Elephant Folio supports Mac, iPhone, and iPad. Your library is kept in sync across all your devices using iCloud, ensuring your documents are accessible wherever you are.

### How often is Elephant Folio updated?

The latest version of Elephant Folio is 1.3.6, which was last updated on May 10, 2026. Updates typically bring improvements to AI capabilities, syncing, and overall performance.

### Can I use Elephant Folio without an internet connection?

Yes, Elephant Folio is built with an offline-first approach. All organizing and processing of your documents happens on your device, so you can use it even without an internet connection.

### What is the age rating for Elephant Folio?

Elephant Folio has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content or complex themes.

### How does Elephant Folio handle user privacy?

Elephant Folio is a privacy-centric app. Your documents stay on your devices and are never uploaded anywhere, ensuring your personal information remains secure and private.

### What are the in-app purchase options for Elephant Folio?

While the app is free to download and use, it offers in-app purchases. Specific details on these purchases are not provided, but they typically enhance functionality or unlock premium features.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.7.3 — 2026-08-19

- Added new yearly subscription option

### 1.7.2 — 2026-08-05

- This version contains a critical bug fix where in rare circumstances adding new documents would cause them to disappears instantly.

### 1.7 — 2026-08-03

- Added dark reading mode.

### 1.6.11 — 2026-07-31

- Better Stage Manager and Multi-window experience on iPad
- Better state restoration for the last opened document.

### 1.6.10 — 2026-07-30

- Show preview of bookmarks when hovered
- Performance Improvements

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