# Independent Mail — Breaking News + eNewspaper > Local news, eNewspaper, and real-time alerts for your community. (iPhone/iPad app by Gannett.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/independent-mail/id1119330306 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Gannett](https://appshunter.io/developer/404843797) - Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.30/5 from 161 App Store ratings · 17 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 12+ - Requires: iOS 18.6 · 184 MB - Languages: American English, Arabic, Armenian, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 21 more - Released: 2016-09-06 - Data updated: 2026-08-08 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/independent-mail/id1119330306/reviews.md ## What is Independent Mail? From critically acclaimed storytelling to powerful photography to engaging videos — the Independent Mail app delivers the local news that matters most to your community. APP FEATURES: • Access all of our in-depth journalism, including things to do around town, sports coverage from high school to the pros, and much more. • Enjoy a streamlined, fast-loading experience that makes it easy to view the stories, photos, and videos that matter to you. • Get breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts with real-time notifications tailored to your interests. • Customize your experience by saving your favorite stories, adjusting text size, using night mode, or reading offline. • eNewspaper: Just like our print edition but accessible on your mobile devices. And access to USA TODAY and 200+ local eNewspapers. MORE INFORMATION: • Privacy Policy: https://cm.independentmail.com/privacy/ • Terms of Service: https://cm.independentmail.com/terms/ • Help Center: https://help.independentmail.com • Subscriptions are charged to your account at confirmation of purchase and automatically renew each month or year, unless turned off in your account settings at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24-hours prior to the end of the current period. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to your Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when you purchase a subscription, where applicable. See "Subscription Support" in the app's Settings for more details and customer service contact information. ## Key features - In-depth local journalism - Breaking news, sports, and weather alerts - Streamlined, fast-loading experience - Customizable reading experience - Offline reading - eNewspaper access - Real-time notifications ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | Anderson Independent Mail Annual Digital Subscription | $69.99 | per year | | Monthly Digital Rate | $9.99 | per month | | Monthly Digital Rate | $9.99 | per month | | Anderson Independent Mail Digital Subscription | $16.99 | per month | ## Chart rankings - #200 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store) ## Recent user reviews (10 of 17) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/independent-mail/id1119330306/reviews.md ### 3/5 — IM Review *2025-10-19, version 8.5.4* I enjoy reading the online newspaper but the price is outrageous. When I started the subscription the price was about $10.00/month and now it is $18.99. I am considering canceling my subscription. ### 4/5 — eNewspaper *2025-05-01, version 8.1.0* I came across an old copy of the newspaper, and it reminded me of how much we have lost. The old format provided much more local news was included, plus other features like the local entertainment scene and editorials. I may give up my subscription, but I am trying to hang in there. ### 1/5 — LACK OF LOCAL OFFICE/NEWS STAFF *2024-05-02, version 7.9.0* I am a journalism grad & worked as a reporter during my undergrad & law school years in Columbia SC. Using a composite news/editorial staff for 3 newspapers covering about 1 million people won’t work. You need boots on the ground in each locale. ### 1/5 — Subscription Trial NOT Working *2022-08-09, version 6.12.5* Was signing up for 99 cents for a 6 months trial subscription. Instead, I was charged $9.99 for a 1 month normal subscription. Fix it! ### 1/5 — Impossible to cancel *2021-11-25, version 6.8.1* Have tried unsuccessfully 3 times to cancel the subscription. Keep charging me. ### 5/5 — 👍🏻 *2021-04-17, version 6.4.0* Like all the coverage. Saves time too. ### 2/5 — And Ind....new *2020-03-12, version 5.23.1* A world of information, but absolutely Impossible to read such severely small Print....font......gray color to boot..... Please go back to the drawing board With this recent changeover. Same song...second verse. Font used Painfully small. Obit page...needs a lot Of revision. Totally leave out Oconee County in alllllllll areas. Please fix. ### 5/5 — Great *2019-02-07, version 5.15.2* Love IndependentMail ### 3/5 — Needs improvement *2017-09-23, version 5.0.2* While I enjoy being able to read the news on the go, it needs more local sports coverage. ### 5/5 — Very good local coverage *2017-09-15, version 5.0.2* Keep it up! ## Frequently asked questions about Independent Mail ### What kind of content does this app provide? The app delivers local news, including in-depth journalism, community events, sports coverage from high school to professional levels, and engaging photography and videos. It aims to keep you informed about what matters most in your local area. ### What are the key features of the app? Key features include access to in-depth journalism, a fast-loading experience, real-time notifications for breaking news, sports scores, and weather alerts. Users can also customize their reading experience with features like saving favorite stories, adjusting text size, night mode, and offline reading. An eNewspaper is also available. ### How does the subscription model work? Subscriptions are charged to your account upon purchase and automatically renew monthly or yearly unless turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. You can manage your subscriptions and auto-renewal settings in your account settings after purchase. ### Is this app available on all devices? The description implies mobile device compatibility for the eNewspaper and general app usage. Specific operating system requirements are not detailed, but it is designed for mobile access. ### Can I read content offline? Yes, the app offers an offline reading feature, allowing you to access saved stories and content without an internet connection. This is part of the customizable experience designed for user convenience. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 8.11.0 — 2026-07-24 • This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements. ### 8.10.2 — 2026-05-27 • This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements. ### 8.10.1 — 2026-05-14 • This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements. ### 8.9.0 — 2026-03-10 • This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements. ### 8.8.1 — 2026-02-25 • This update includes bug fixes and stability improvements. ## Apps similar to Independent Mail | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Upstate Today](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upstate-today/id6453218089) | 5.0 (1) | Free | News | | [The State News: South Carolina](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-state-news-south-carolina/id511921363) | 4.4 (2,221) | Free | News | | [WYFF News 4 - Greenville](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wyff-news-4-greenville/id505507641) | 4.6 (9,613) | Free | News | | [FOX Carolina News](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fox-carolina-news/id547752044) | 4.6 (2,726) | Free | News | | [South Carolina ETV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/south-carolina-etv/id1056289468) | 4.5 (125) | Free | News | | [WSPA+ 7 News & Weather](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wspa-plus-7-news-and-weather/id388954265) | 4.6 (4,801) | Free | News | ## More apps by Gannett - [Herald-Mail Media](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/herald-mail-media/id321644726) - [IndyStar: Indianapolis Star](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/indystar-indianapolis-star/id331907339) - [Gatorsports](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/gatorsports/id390167946) - [Cincinnati Sports](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cincinnati-sports/id390537231) - [Houma Today, Houma, LA](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/houma-today-houma-la/id393149150) - [Ocala Star Banner, FL](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ocala-star-banner-fl/id393859570) All apps by Gannett: https://appshunter.io/developer/404843797 --- *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 2026-08-08.*