# Fish Right NY — NY Fishing Regs Made Simple

> New York fishing regulations for size, bag limits, seasons, and gear. (iPhone/iPad app by Joseph Akbrud.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fish-right-ny/id6763743967 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Joseph Akbrud](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895470446)
- Category: Sports, Lifestyle
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 1 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-08-12
- Data updated: 2026-10-05
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fish-right-ny/id6763743967/reviews.md

## What is Fish Right NY?

No sign-up. No subscription. No tracking. Ever.

Fish Right NY answers one question fast: can I keep this fish? Pick your zone, search your species, and see the exact rule — size limits, bag limits, seasons, gear restrictions — in seconds.

KNOW YOUR ZONE
GPS detects where you're fishing — freshwater, saltwater, or Long Island — and puts those regulations up front. No signal? Pick your zone by hand in two taps.

CATCH CHECKER
Enter the species, length, and quantity. You get an instant LEGAL or ILLEGAL verdict, plus the specific rule behind it.

SPECIES SEARCH
Browse every regulated species in your zone. Size limits, bag limits, seasons, and gear restrictions, all on one screen.

LICENSES & PERMITS
What you need, freshwater or marine, when you need it, and where to buy it.

BAITFISH GUIDE
Common NY bait species with their restrictions and the notes that trip people up.

WORKS OFFLINE
Every regulation ships inside the app. Nothing to download at the boat ramp.

## Key features

- Instant legal/illegal verdict
- GPS zone detection
- Manual zone selection
- Species search with limits
- License and permit info
- Baitfish guide
- Offline access

## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fish-right-ny/id6763743967/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Great app for those living along Hudson River and BBQ fish during the summer

*2026-08-18*

The only missing product feature (rookie use case) is a smart description of what each fish looks like!

**Developer response:** Thank you for the kind words and the suggestion!

## Frequently asked questions about Fish Right NY

### What are the main features of Fish Right NY?

Fish Right NY provides instant verdicts on whether you can keep a fish based on species, length, and quantity. It also offers GPS-enabled zone detection, manual zone selection, species search with detailed limits, and information on licenses, permits, and baitfish.

### Does Fish Right NY work offline?

Yes, all fishing regulations are included within the app, allowing it to work completely offline. You do not need an internet signal to access any of its features, making it convenient for use at boat ramps or remote fishing locations.

### How does Fish Right NY determine my fishing zone?

Fish Right NY uses your device's GPS to automatically detect your fishing zone, whether it's freshwater, saltwater, or Long Island. If GPS is unavailable, you can manually select your zone in just two taps.

### What kind of information does Fish Right NY provide about fish?

For each regulated species in your zone, Fish Right NY displays size limits, bag limits, open seasons, and gear restrictions. It also offers a catch checker where you can input species, length, and quantity for an instant legal or illegal verdict.

### Is Fish Right NY suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app simplifies complex regulations, making it easy for both new and experienced anglers to understand and follow New York's fishing rules. It provides clear information on what licenses and permits are needed.

### How often is Fish Right NY updated?

The app was last updated on August 21, 2026, to version 1.1. While specific update frequency for regulations isn't detailed, the app is maintained by its developer.

### What devices does Fish Right NY support?

Fish Right NY is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up.

### What is the price of Fish Right NY?

Fish Right NY is a paid application, available for a one-time purchase of $4.99. There are no subscriptions, in-app purchases, or tracking involved.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1 — 2026-08-21

- Updated all regulation data
- Added date-aware seasonal limits for Catch Check and regulation cards.
- Expanded coverage for Lake Whitefish, Tiger Muskellunge, Great Lakes Muskellunge, and Tidal Hudson Black Bass.
- Improved species search, water-type filters, empty states, and quick picks.
- Refined fishing-zone selection and license guidance.
- Improved disclaimer messaging and accessibility throughout the app.

### 1.0.4 — 2026-08-18

New screenshots

### 1.0.3.1 — 2026-08-18

New screenshots and App Store description

### 1.0.3 — 2026-08-14

Fixed a bug with the back button in settings.

### 1.0.2 — 2026-08-13

Refreshed the app with a more polished theme, including updated colors, typography, spacing, rounded cards, shadows, buttons, search fields, filters, and informational banners.
Improved the onboarding experience and fishing-zone picker with clearer layouts, search, environment choices, warnings, and touch targets.
Added a settings page, added it to the main header, and consolidated app controls including zone selection and catch-log clearing.

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