# Files

> Comprehensive file management, transfer, and editing tool for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Savy Soda Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files/id669786908 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Savy Soda Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/295726257)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 242 App Store ratings · 144 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Japanese, Korean, European Portuguese, Russian, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish and 1 more
- Released: 2013-10-15
- Data updated: 2026-08-19
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files/id669786908/reviews.md

## What is Files?

The all-in-one File Manager for iOS. Files allows you to easily download, store, edit, create, transfer, and manage documents, spreadsheets, and media on your iPhone and iPad. File synchronisation and backup can happen automatically across your devices using iCloud. 

Files support transfer of files using Dropbox, Google Drive, SkyDrive, FTP, Wifi, and many other protocols.

Integrated downloader allows downloading from any website, including mp3, avi, mp4 and youtube videos.

Files is tightly integrated with other iOS apps such as Safari, Mail and Pages so you can easily send files between your Apps.

Using Files, you can easily create documents for use in emails, web site attachments, personal reminders. You can also use files to arrange your media files into folders, watch movies, play music, and achieve greater productivity on your iOS device.

Files is a essential App for any regular iPhone and iPad user.

## Key features

- Download, store, edit, create, and transfer files
- Cloud synchronization with iCloud
- Support for Dropbox, Google Drive, FTP, and Wi-Fi transfer
- Integrated website downloader for videos and music
- Seamless integration with other iOS apps
- Organize media into folders
- Create documents for email and web attachments

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Large Spreadsheets | $1.99 | one-time |
| Enhanced Security | $1.99 | one-time |
| Remove Ads | $3.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Files?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy and intuitive user interface
- 🚀 Fast and efficient file management
- 💾 Reliable file storage and organization
- 🔗 Seamless cloud service integration (Google Drive, Dropbox, Box)
- 📤 Simple file sharing capabilities
- 🌐 Network sharing over Wi-Fi
- 📱 Works across multiple iOS devices
- 🆓 Free application with useful features
- 📄 Handles compressed archives effectively
- 🔐 Works with password-protected PDFs
- 📥 Easy file transfer from computer to iOS device

**Cons**

- ⚠️ Outdated iOS compatibility issues
- 🐛 Random document deletion glitch
- ❌ Non-functional Google Drive sync
- 🔴 App crashes on some occasions
- 📵 Files not displaying properly
- ⚡ Auto-save issues causing data loss
- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases for ad removal
- 🚫 Limited functionality on older iOS versions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes when launched on certain iOS versions
- Random deletion of documents without user action
- Google Drive sync fails with 'Access denied' error
- Files not displaying or downloading
- Blank screen when downloading Google Docs
- App closes unexpectedly on older devices
- Storage space warnings causing app deletion consideration

**Most requested features**

- iOS 11 and above compatibility update
- iPad 1 iOS 5.1.1 support
- Document signing capability
- Audio and video downloader functionality
- Music playback while using other apps
- File sharing with other applications
- MP3 file editing capability
- Touch-based writing/drawing feature
- System file access
- Ability to play music in background

## Recent user reviews (10 of 144)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/files/id669786908/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Make a iOS 11 and above version

*2025-12-02, version 1.4*

Only works in iOS 9 4S

### 5/5 — 很好

*2025-08-16*

可以阅览很多文件格式，并且免费，很难得！

### 5/5 — Files

*2025-08-13*

So good app!
Very useful.

### 5/5 — Files

*2023-07-09, version 1.4*

I'm happy using this app! Everything is made easier and comfortable. Thanks to the one who created this and more power to you!

### 5/5 — iPad 1 bc

*2022-02-19, version 1.4*

Can you make this work on iPad 1 ios5.1.1 please

### 1/5 — Cf

*2021-10-05, version 1.4*

Fh

### 5/5 — iOS 5.1.1

*2021-02-06*

It works on iPod touch 3G with iOS 5.1.1 in 2021! Nice!

### 5/5 — Great app

*2020-04-10, version 1.4*

This is great but can it sign documents if not can you add the feature?

### 5/5 — awesome

*2020-03-21, version 1.4*

awesome

### 5/5 — Keep up the good work

*2019-08-22, version 1.4*

Keep up the good work!!

## Frequently asked questions about Files

### What does the Files app do?

The Files app acts as an all-in-one file manager for iOS devices. It allows you to download, store, edit, create, and transfer various types of files, including documents, spreadsheets, and media. It also supports cloud synchronization and integration with other iOS applications.

### What are the key features of this file manager?

Key features include automatic file synchronization with iCloud, support for transferring files via Dropbox, Google Drive, FTP, and Wi-Fi, an integrated downloader for website content like videos and music, and tight integration with other iOS apps like Safari and Mail for easy file sharing.

### How much does the Files app cost?

The application is free to download and use. However, it offers in-app purchases, suggesting that some advanced features or functionalities might require an additional purchase.

### Is this app compatible with my iPhone or iPad?

Yes, the app is designed specifically for iOS devices, including iPhones and iPads. It is described as an essential app for any regular iPhone and iPad user.

### What are common use cases for this app?

Common use cases include organizing media files into folders, watching movies, playing music, creating documents for emails or web attachments, and achieving greater productivity by managing files efficiently across your iOS device and cloud storage.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.4 — 2014-08-24

-= v1.4 =-
- Improved landscape orientation support
- Chinese localisation
- Speed improvements

-= v1.3 =- 
- Fixed UI scrolling issues 

-= v1.2 =- 
- Minor Bugfixes 

-= v1.1 =- 
- iOS 7 UI Update 
- Added in app purchases

### 1.3 — 2014-01-15

-= v1.3 =-
- Fixed UI scrolling issues

-= v1.2 =- 
- Minor Bugfixes 

-= v1.1 =- 
- iOS 7 UI Update 
- Added in app purchases

### 1.2 — 2013-11-01

-= v1.2 =-
- Minor Bugfixes

-= v1.1 =-
- iOS 7 UI Update 
- Added in app purchases

### 1.1 — 2013-10-11

1.1 
- iOS 7 UI Update
- Added in app purchases

### 1 — 2013-07-23

No release notes.

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