# Fishing Reads

> Digital angling bookazines with free tasters and in-app purchases. (iPhone/iPad app by Jellyfish Connect Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishing-reads/id499863979 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339)
- Category: Sports, Entertainment
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2012-02-09
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishing-reads/id499863979/reviews.md

## What is Fishing Reads?

Fishing Reads brings the best of angling Bookazines to the digital world. Download the free App today to access free taster copy (including at least one full article) from a range of fishing titles previously only available through single high-street retail chains.

The full extent of each title – generally 100 or more pages – can then be purchased ‘in App’.
All Fishing Reads publications are produced by DHP Ltd – the leading publisher of angling magazines in Europe.

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Paid-for application downloads include one issue of the user’s choice.
Further future issues and back issues can be purchased within the app.

Users can register for/ login to a pocketmags account in-app. This will protect their issues in the case of a lost device and allow browsing of purchases on multiple platforms. Existing pocketmags users can retrieve their purchases by logging into their account.

We recommend loading the app for the first time in a wi-fi area so that all issue data is retrieved.
If your app will not load past the splash page after a first install or an update please delete and reinstall the app from the App Store

Help and frequently asked questions be accessed in-app and on pocketmags.
If you have any problems at all please do not hesitate to contact us: help@pocketmags.com

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You can find our privacy policy here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/privacy.aspx

You can find our terms and conditions here:
http://www.pocketmags.com/terms.aspx

## Key features

- Digital angling bookazines
- Free taster content
- In-app purchases for full issues
- Pocketmags account integration
- Cross-platform purchases
- Access to European angling publisher content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| A Coarse Fishin... (id:738381) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lets Go Sea Fis... (id:748604) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Total Predator ... (id:748606) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Carp Fishing En... (id:738112) | $4.99 | one-time |
| 4 Seasons Of Carp (id:738111) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Match Fishing W... (id:738735) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Complete Guide ... (id:736570) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Four Seasons in... (id:750211) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Pole Fishing Wi... (id:750213) | $4.99 | one-time |
| Lure Fishing: T... (id:750215) | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fishing-reads/id499863979/reviews.md

### 1/5 — fishing reads

*2013-01-30, version 4.2.5*

very hard to read on iphone without zoom then takes forever to read one page

### 1/5 — Useless

*2013-01-12, version 4.2.5*

All the sizzle, no sausage. Karlos

### 1/5 — Good idea .....

*2012-11-09, version 4.2.5*

Good idea but it don't work !! Was looking forward to a good read

### 1/5 — Fishing reads

*2012-04-22, version 4.1.5*

Waste of time. Unable to register. Says to check my Internet connection which is rubbish because just downloaded the app from it. Great idea but needs fixing please.

## Frequently asked questions about Fishing Reads

### What is Fishing Reads?

Fishing Reads provides digital access to angling bookazines, offering free taster content and the option to purchase full issues within the app. It features publications from DHP Ltd, a leading European publisher in the angling sector.

### How can I access full issues in Fishing Reads?

Full issues of the bookazines, typically over 100 pages, can be purchased directly within the app. The app is free to download and includes free taster copies to explore before buying.

### Can I access my purchases on multiple devices with Fishing Reads?

Yes, users can register for or log in to a pocketmags account within the app. This allows their purchased issues to be protected and browsed on multiple platforms.

### Does Fishing Reads have ads?

No, Fishing Reads does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and monetizes through in-app purchases for full bookazine issues.

### What devices is Fishing Reads compatible with?

Fishing Reads is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS platforms.

### How often is Fishing Reads updated?

The app was last updated on July 4, 2018, to version 6.0.0. While major updates may not be frequent, users can access help and FAQs within the app.

### What is the age rating for Fishing Reads?

Fishing Reads has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience of young readers and adults interested in fishing.

### What should I do if Fishing Reads won't load?

If the app does not load past the splash page after installation or an update, it is recommended to delete and reinstall the app from the App Store. It's also advised to load the app for the first time in a Wi-Fi area.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.0.0 — 2018-07-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Improved reading experience
iPhone X support
Bug fixes and other improvements

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.90 — 2016-01-21

Fix for issue download problems on iOS9 when on older app versions
General bug fixes and performance improvements
New iPhone layout

**We always love to hear your feedback. If you have any comments or queries please contact us at help@pocketmags.com**

### 4.9.56 — 2014-06-12

New iOS7 look and feel
New iPhone homepage and issue details
Restore purchases fix

As always, if you have any problems at all, please contact us at info@pocketmags.com

### 4.9.35 — 2013-12-18

Updating from 4.9: 

- iPhone 5 optimization
- Memory fix on larger issue downloads
- Minor bug fixes and performance improvements 

Updating from 4.2:

-Read whilst downloading (iPad 2, iPad Mini, New iPad, iPhone 4+) 
-Faster browsing 
-Performance and stability improvements 
-Improved design, navigation and layout 
-Intermittent lockup on App launch bug fix 


V4.9 apps are the first launch of our biggest update yet, we hope you like it as much as we do. We always love to hear your feedback, so should you have any questions, views or ideas please contact us at help@pocketmags.com.

### 4.9.9 — 2013-02-13

-Read whilst downloading (iPad 2, iPad Mini, New iPad, iPhone 4+) 
-Faster browsing 
-Improved design, navigation and layout 
-Performance and stability improvements 
V4.9 apps are the first launch of our biggest update yet, we hope you like it as much as we do. We always love to hear your feedback, so should you have any questions, views or ideas please contact us at help@pocketmags.com. If your coverflow is empty after 60 seconds on the first launch please close the app from multitasking and relaunch, or click Settings > Settings and Notifications > Refresh app data.

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