# etch world

> Social mapping app for discovering and sharing places globally. (iPhone/iPad app by Iterative Labs.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/etch-world/id6756874358 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Iterative Labs](https://appshunter.io/developer/1863369169)
- Category: Travel, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 87 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-02-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-18
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/etch-world/id6756874358/reviews.md

## What is etch world?

Etch is a social mapping application designed to revolutionize place discovery and sharing around the world, starting in Saudi Arabia. The goal is to deliver immediate user value, drive engagement, and achieve organic, viral growth by solving real pain points around discovering and sharing the best places.
TURN POSTS INTO REAL PLACES

• Paste links from social apps or Maps and let etch detect the places for you
• Add imported places into new or existing lists in just a few taps
CREATE AND CURATE LISTS

• Build your own lists for anything you like: favorite cafés, date night ideas, weekend plans or full trips
• Add personal notes for each place, like what to order or the best time to visit


DISCOVER WHERE TO GO NEXT

• Explore lists created by friends, locals and creators
• Search by city, neighborhood, category or keyword to find the right list for the moment


SAVE THE PLACES THAT MATTER

• Save places from lists into your own collections
• Use lists as living guides that you can update as you discover more
SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND THE WORLD

• Share your lists for trips, weekends or special occasions
• Send links to lists that open directly in the app or in a simple web preview

## Key features

- Import places from social media and maps
- Create and curate custom lists
- Add personal notes to places
- Discover lists from friends and locals
- Search for places by city, category, or keyword
- Save places to personal collections
- Share lists with others

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/etch-world/id6756874358/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great App

*2026-08-03*

Used it on my Travels to Dahab & Gouna, where I was able to create lists of places that I have been to so I can visit them again in my next trips! Was a lot of fun to use

## Frequently asked questions about etch world

### What is etch world?

etch world is a social mapping application designed to help users discover and share places. It allows you to create lists of your favorite spots, import locations from other apps, and explore recommendations from friends and locals.

### Is etch world free to use?

Yes, etch world is available for free. The app does not have any associated costs for downloading or using its core features.

### What devices does etch world support?

etch world is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. Future updates may expand compatibility to other platforms.

### How often is etch world updated?

The latest version of etch world is 2.3.3, which was last updated on June 9, 2026. This indicates a relatively active development cycle.

### What is the age rating for etch world?

etch world has an age rating of 12+. This suggests that the content is generally suitable for users aged 12 and above.

### Can I import places into etch world?

Yes, you can paste links from social apps or Maps, and etch world will detect the places for you. These imported places can then be added to new or existing lists.

### Does etch world have ads?

No, etch world does not contain advertisements. Users can enjoy the app without interruptions from ads.

### How can I share my lists on etch world?

You can share your created lists for trips, weekends, or special occasions. Links to these lists can be sent directly within the app or as a simple web preview.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.3.5 — 2026-08-17

A better way to DM

Say it however you want:
•⁠  ⁠Reply to a message, react, or send a GIF
•⁠  ⁠Send photos and videos, or capture them in the chat
•⁠  ⁠Leave a voice note
•⁠  ⁠Share a list, place, or profile into a conversation

Smarter filters
•⁠  ⁠Open Now to see what's open right now
•⁠  ⁠Locals for lists from people who know the area
•⁠  ⁠See what's trending nearby

Plus performance improvements across the app.

### 2.3.4 — 2026-06-30

**What's New**

* Added full Arabic language support with RTL layout.
* Fixed notification-related issues and improved reliability.
* General bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 2.3.3 — 2026-06-09

What's New :sparkles:

New ways to shape your map:

  - Spotted something off about a place? Suggest a fix and we'll handle it.
  - Add your own custom places and put them on the map for everyone (or just for you).
  - Filters and sorting got smarter — less scrolling, more finding.
  - Faster, smoother, fewer rough edges.
  - A bunch of little touch-ups all over the app.

### 2.3.2 — 2026-04-10

- New onboarding flow.
- Share to Etch from other apps.
- Hide your location on your profile.
- Mutual followers.

### 2.3.1 — 2026-04-07

- New onboarding flow.
- Share to Etch from other apps.
- Hide your location on your profile.

## Related topics

[etch](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/etch)

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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 2026-08-18.*
