# Journal Mate: Media Organizer — Scans, videos, PDFs & links

> Scanner, library, and manager for papers, pictures, and screenshots. (iPhone/iPad app by Vitalii Bahmet.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/journal-mate-media-organizer/id1533808328 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Vitalii Bahmet](https://appshunter.io/developer/1533808330)
- Category: Productivity, Lifestyle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $2.99)
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 189 MB
- Languages: American English, Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, Armenian, Azerbaijani, Basque, Belarusian, Bangla, Bosnian and 73 more
- Released: 2020-10-30
- Data updated: 2026-09-14
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/journal-mate-media-organizer/id1533808328/reviews.md

## What is Journal Mate?

Saved something important - but can’t remember where?

Journal Mate keeps handwritten notes, receipts, scans, photos, screenshots, GIFs, videos, Live Photos, PDFs, saved locations, and web links together and organized - instead of scattered across Photos, chats, browsers, albums, and folders.

CAPTURE IT WHILE IT MATTERS
• Scan paper pages or capture several photos with the built-in camera, then review or retake them before saving
• Import photos, screenshots, GIFs, videos, Live Photos, and PDFs
• Scan QR codes, save websites as bookmark pages, play saved YouTube links inline, and save locations shared from Apple Maps or Google Maps as map bookmarks
• Create blank pages for drawing and annotation

KEEP THE CONTEXT
• Keep related pages together in Stacks and group new imports automatically without changing their journal order
• Search journals by title and notes, then manage content with filters, multi-select, and Spotlight
• Reorder pages, move or copy them between journals, merge or duplicate journals, mark journals as favorites, pin important ones, and archive older ones
• Edit photos, GIFs, Live Photos, and videos: crop, rotate, adjust, filter, pixelate or blur details, draw, and add text, emoji, or stickers - while preserving animation and motion

USE IT WHEN YOU NEED IT
• Share media files, create configurable PDFs from selected pages or complete journals, and export a restorable backup
• Preview PDFs and adjust paper size, layout, margins, scaling, and pages per sheet
• Save content to Journal Mate from other apps with the Share Extension
• Sync your library through iCloud across your Apple devices
• Work comfortably on iPad with a multi-column layout and easy navigation between your library, journals, and pages

YOUR DATA, WITHOUT TRACKING
Your library is stored on your devices and syncs through your iCloud account. Journal Mate does not use third-party ad SDKs or cross-app tracking.

Journal Mate includes improvements to VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, contrast, and navigation, refreshed themes, and support for 85 languages.

Your first 50 active pages are free. Pro removes the page limit and unlocks every color theme.

Save it now. Find it later.

Terms of Use: https://journalmate.app/en/legal/terms/

## Key features

- Scan papers on the go
- Save screenshots and PDFs
- Recognize and interact with text
- Import from Photos and Files apps
- Share notebooks or pages
- Automatic iCloud sync
- Instant search by name

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Journal Mate Pro Monthly | $3.99 | per month |
| Journal Mate Pro Yearly | $24.99 | per year |


## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/journal-mate-media-organizer/id1533808328/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Subscription based, no lifetime option

*2026-04-12*

No lifetime option, no longer interested.

**Developer response:** Thanks for the feedback. Ok sure, no problem. Anyway there’s a plenty new cool features already in development.

### 5/5 — Really Nice!

*2024-11-04*

This is a great app for keeping and organizing my screen shots, random docs, and scanned receipts. Clean UI and easy to use. No data collected and totally free 🤯

Hoping the dev will add tagging ! 🤞🤞 That would really make this 💯perfect!

**Developer response:** Many thanks for your review! I'm glad you like the app!

As for tags. Yes of course I considered implementing that feature (something like in Things or Apple Notes). But what I noticed is simple search (on journal title and its note) worked more than enough and I always was able to find journals I was looking for. At this moment you may try to name journals more descriptively + put extra words as tags to journal notes and see how it goes for you in your daily usage. Please feel free to share your further feedback on my email (Settings > Write to Developer)

### 1/5 — Dokumente

*2024-11-03, version 4.1.2*

Man kann nicht nach Dokumenten suchen sondern nur nach Journalen

### 5/5 — Großes Lob für keine Datensammlung und kein Abo

*2024-11-02, version 4.1.2*

Ich werde die App zwar nicht so häufig verwenden.

Aber das Projekt muss unterstützt werden! Wo kann ich spenden?

## Frequently asked questions about Journal Mate

### What is Journal Mate?

Journal Mate is a productivity app designed to help you scan, store, and organize your papers, pictures, and screenshots. It acts as a digital library and manager for all your important documents.

### How much does Journal Mate cost?

Journal Mate is a paid app, available for a one-time purchase of $2.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscriptions required after the initial purchase.

### Does Journal Mate have ads?

No, Journal Mate does not contain advertisements. It offers an ad-free experience for users.

### What devices does Journal Mate support?

Journal Mate is compatible with iPhone and iPad devices, offering seamless synchronization across your iOS ecosystem.

### How often is Journal Mate updated?

Journal Mate was last updated on September 17, 2024, indicating regular maintenance and potential feature additions. The current version is 4.1.2.

### Can I share content from Journal Mate?

Yes, you can easily share entire notebooks or individual pages from Journal Mate directly to your favorite messaging apps.

### What is the age rating for Journal Mate?

Journal Mate has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users. It is designed with a simple, minimalist interface.

### How does Journal Mate handle data storage?

Journal Mate utilizes automatic iCloud saving and synchronization between your iOS devices. There are no limits on the number of notebooks or pages, with data size being limited only by your iCloud plan.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.2.2 — 2026-09-14

• Choose multiple journals when moving pages or saving through the Share Extension.
• After moving pages, the last selected journal opens automatically.
• Press and hold a journal to preview its visible videos.
• Try the new Burgundy and Glacier themes.

### 5.2.1 — 2026-09-11

Bug fixes and reliability improvements.

Journal Mate 5.2 makes it easier to capture, organize, edit, and share what matters.
• Enjoy a redesigned iPad experience with a multi-column layout and easier navigation
• Capture several photos with the new camera, then review or retake them before saving
• Keep related pages together with Stacks and automatic import grouping
• Reorder pages, move or copy them between journals, and merge or duplicate journals
• Edit photos, GIFs, Live Photos, and videos: crop, rotate, adjust, filter, pixelate or blur details, draw, and add text, emoji, or stickers - while preserving animation and motion
• Scan QR codes, save websites as bookmark pages, play saved YouTube links inline, and save locations shared from Apple Maps or Google Maps as map bookmarks
• Share media files, create configurable PDFs with live preview, or export a restorable backup
• Enjoy improved VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, navigation, contrast, themes, and adaptive icons
• Now available in 85 languages
• Extensive performance and reliability improvements throughout the app.

### 5.2 — 2026-09-10

Journal Mate 5.2 makes it easier to capture, organize, edit, and share what matters.
• Enjoy a redesigned iPad experience with a multi-column layout and easier navigation
• Capture several photos with the new camera, then review or retake them before saving
• Keep related pages together with Stacks and automatic import grouping
• Reorder pages, move or copy them between journals, and merge or duplicate journals
• Edit photos, GIFs, Live Photos, and videos: crop, rotate, adjust, filter, pixelate or blur details, draw, and add text, emoji, or stickers - while preserving animation and motion
• Scan QR codes, save websites as bookmark pages, play saved YouTube links inline, and save locations shared from Apple Maps or Google Maps as map bookmarks
• Share media files, create configurable PDFs with live preview, or export a restorable backup
• Enjoy improved VoiceOver, Dynamic Type, navigation, contrast, themes, and adaptive icons
• Now available in 85 languages
• Extensive performance and reliability improvements throughout the app.

### 5.1 — 2026-04-20

Journal Mate 5.1 is a major update for richer media, smoother organization, and a faster everyday library.

New in this version:
• GIFs are here: search with Klipy, import them into journals, and export them again when you want to share
• Save videos and Live Photos alongside scanned pages, photos, and PDFs
• Reorganize journals faster with drag and drop in Pages
• Improved performance across Library, Pages, media handling, and imports
• A refreshed Settings experience with cleaner organization and clearer controls
• Share Extension is now free for everyone

### 5.0 — 2026-04-07

Journal Mate 5.0 is a major refresh focused on capture, organization, and trust.

New in this version:
• A refreshed app structure with updated Library, Search, and Settings screens
• Easier journal capture from scans, photos, and files
• Backup and restore tools for moving your library more safely
• New Pro tools, including Apple Intelligence metadata on supported devices, photo editing, and premium widgets
• Polished navigation, filtering, and overall reliability improvements

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All apps by Vitalii Bahmet: https://appshunter.io/developer/1533808330

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