# Idler — The Art of Living

> A bi-monthly journal focused on the art of living, offering essays, interviews, and lifestyle content. (iPhone/iPad app by Jellyfish Connect Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idler/id1350719753 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Jellyfish Connect Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/373521339)
- Category: Magazines & Newspapers, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 72 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2018-02-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idler/id1350719753/reviews.md

## What is Idler?

The Idler was launched by Tom Hodgkinson back in 1993 with the intention of providing a dose of fun, freedom and fulfilment in a busy world. We're now a bi-monthly journal, and in every issue you'll find an enthralling mix of interviews, essays on the good life, history, philosophy, arts coverage, beautiful photography and original illustration. You'll find much to laugh at and much useful stuff as well, from Modern Toss to recipes for making bacon and guides to beekeeping.

If you've ever felt that there's more to life than boring jobs, then why not join us? The Idler is a cheering read that makes you feel better about life. So study the art of living and download our app.

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This is a free app download. Within the app users can purchase the current issue and back issues. 
Subscriptions are also available within the application. A subscription will start from the latest issue. 
 
Available subscriptions are: 
 
12 months: £39.99 / $40.99 / €44.99 (6 issues) 
 
-The subscription will renew automatically unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the end of the current period. You will be charged for renewal within 24 hours of the end of the current period, for the same duration and at the current subscription rate for the product. 
-You may turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings, however you are not able to cancel the current subscription during its active period. 
-Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase and any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when a subscription to that publication is purchased. 
 
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

- Interviews and essays on the good life
- Coverage of history, philosophy, and arts
- Beautiful photography and original illustration
- Recipes and practical guides
- Digital journal format
- Purchase current and back issues

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Idler 12M Auto Sub | $35.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Idler 60, May/J... (id:806422) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Issue 58, Jan/F... (id:806424) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Idler 64, Jan/F... (id:802489) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Idler 67, July/... (id:802457) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Nov/Dec 2019 (id:802453) | $6.99 | one-time |
| Idler May/June ... (id:803095) | $6.99 | one-time |
| #73, July/Aug 2020 (id:808531) | $9.99 | one-time |
| May-Jun 2021 (id:808571) | $9.99 | one-time |
| May/Jun 2023 (pp:916458) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Jan/Feb 2024 (pp:1026908) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Idler 96, May/... (pp:1046845) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Idler 97, July... (pp:1046840) | $7.99 | one-time |
| Idler 101, Mar... (pp:1112908) | $7.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/idler/id1350719753/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless

*2023-05-23*

No way to sign in into subscription

### 1/5 — Impossible to sign in. Useless.

*2021-02-28*

Enough said.

## Frequently asked questions about Idler

### What is Idler?

Idler is a bi-monthly journal that aims to provide fun, freedom, and fulfillment. It features interviews, essays on the good life, history, philosophy, arts coverage, photography, and illustration.

### How can I purchase issues of Idler?

Idler is a free app download. Within the app, users can purchase the current issue and back issues. Subscriptions are also available.

### What are the subscription options for Idler?

A 12-month subscription to Idler costs £39.99 / $40.99 / €44.99 and includes 6 issues. Subscriptions automatically renew unless cancelled more than 24 hours before the current period ends.

### Can I cancel my Idler subscription?

You can turn off the auto-renewal of subscriptions through your Account Settings. However, you cannot cancel the current subscription during its active period.

### How do I access my purchased issues if I lose my device?

Users can register for or log in to a pocketmags account in-app. This protects your issues in case of a lost device and allows browsing of purchases on multiple platforms.

### What should I do if the Idler app won't load?

It is recommended to load the app for the first time in a Wi-Fi area to retrieve all issue data. If the app will not load past the splash page, delete and reinstall the app from the App Store.

### What is the age rating for Idler?

Idler has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for children aged 4 and above.

### How often is Idler updated?

Idler is a bi-monthly journal, meaning a new issue is released every two months. The app itself was last updated on July 10, 2018, to version 6.0.0.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 6.0.0 — 2018-07-10

This update from Apple will improve the functionality of this app. No new features are included.

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**

### 4.10.6 — 2018-03-27

General bug fixes, performance and memory improvements

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

### 4.10.5 — 2018-02-22

No release notes.

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