# Loccali: for Shortcuts — Use local variables as GLOBAL

> Persistent global variable storage for Apple Shortcuts across devices and time. (iPhone/iPad app by Pierre Janineh.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loccali-for-shortcuts/id6449942222 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pierre Janineh](https://appshunter.io/developer/1567754380)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.0 · 26 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2023-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: freemium
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loccali-for-shortcuts/id6449942222/reviews.md

## What is Loccali?

Make your local variables global — across Shortcuts, devices, and time.

Loccali gives Apple Shortcuts the one thing it's missing: persistent, global storage. With Loccali, you can store data that survives between runs, across automations, and even across devices — without resorting to workarounds or iCloud Drive hacks.

What It Does:
- Store key-value data outside of individual shortcuts
- Retrieve or update that data from any shortcut
- Sync variables via iCloud across iPhone, iPad, and Mac
- Store more complex data types (arrays, locations, dates, files)

Free Version Includes:
- Store up to 10 variables
- Supports Text (up to 256 characters), Booleans, and Positive Integers
- Instant Shortcuts integration via native actions
- Clean, simple UI for direct variable management

Pro Unlocks:
- Unlimited variables
- Full support for:
    - Text (no limit)
    - Integers & Decimals (positive and negative)
    - Arrays (e.g., JSON-style lists)
    - Dates and Locations
    - Files (store and retrieve files via Shortcuts)
- More flexibility for serious automation workflows

Available as:
- Monthly auto-renewable subscription
- Yearly auto-renewable subscription (best value per month)
- One-time lifetime unlock

Already bought Pro? You're set — your original purchase keeps unlocking the full Pro feature set you paid for, forever, no subscription required.

Privacy:
- Your variables stay on your device and in your private iCloud — never uploaded to our servers
- Anonymous usage analytics and crash diagnostics via Firebase to help us fix bugs
- Free tier shows a rewarded ad when you reach the daily action cap (iPhone and iPad only — Mac is ad-free)
- Pro removes ads entirely
- Full details: https://pierrejanineh.com/loccali/privacy-policy

Who This Is For:
- Automation enthusiasts
- Shortcuts power users
- Developers who want real persistence across Shortcuts
- Anyone who's hit the limits of "magic variables" or built clunky workarounds
Note: "Magic variables" are Shortcuts' built-in auto-generated values — they're convenient but temporary. Loccali gives you real, persistent ones.

Loccali is not for everyone — but if you know what a global variable is, this is probably for you.

No noise. Just clean, script-free state management for your Shortcuts.

If you use Shortcuts seriously, this belongs in your toolbox.

Subscription terms:
- Loccali Pro is available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription, or a one-time lifetime unlock.
- Payment is charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase.
- Your subscription renews automatically unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period.
- The account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period at the same price as the original subscription.
- Manage or cancel your subscription in Settings → your Apple ID → Subscriptions.
- Privacy policy: https://pierrejanineh.com/loccali/privacy-policy
- Terms of use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

## Key features

- Persistent global variable storage
- Cross-shortcut and cross-device variable access
- Sync variables via iCloud
- Support for complex data types
- Instant Shortcuts integration
- Free tier with limited variables
- Pro tier with unlimited variables and features

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro - monthly | $1.99 | per month |
| Pro - yearly | $9.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Pro | $29.99 | one-time |
| Pro Version | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (1 of 1)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/loccali-for-shortcuts/id6449942222/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Dommage

*2024-09-22*

Application pas assez fiable empêchant trop souvent le bon fonctionnement du programme

**Developer response:** Hello Lolo,
Please contact us at support@pierrejanineh.com to better assist you with any issue you‘re facing.

## Frequently asked questions about Loccali

### What is Loccali?

Loccali provides persistent, global storage for Apple Shortcuts, enabling variables to persist across different shortcut runs, automations, and even devices. It offers a solution for managing data that needs to survive beyond a single shortcut execution.

### How does Loccali's free version work?

The free version of Loccali allows you to store up to 10 variables, supporting text (up to 256 characters), booleans, and positive integers. It integrates instantly with Shortcuts via native actions and features a clean UI for direct variable management.

### What features are included in Loccali Pro?

Loccali Pro unlocks unlimited variables and full support for text (no character limit), integers and decimals (positive and negative), arrays, dates, locations, and files. This offers greater flexibility for advanced automation workflows.

### What are the subscription options for Loccali Pro?

Loccali Pro is available as a monthly or yearly auto-renewable subscription, or as a one-time lifetime unlock. Payments are charged to your Apple ID, and subscriptions can be managed or canceled in your device's settings.

### Does Loccali have ads?

The free tier of Loccali shows a rewarded ad when you reach the daily action cap on iPhone and iPad. The Mac version is ad-free. Loccali Pro removes ads entirely.

### How does Loccali handle user privacy?

Your variables are stored locally on your device and within your private iCloud, never uploaded to Loccali's servers. Anonymous usage analytics and crash diagnostics are collected via Firebase to help improve the app.

### On which devices is Loccali available?

Loccali is available for iPhone and iPad. The app supports syncing variables via iCloud across these devices, and the Mac version is also ad-free.

### How often is Loccali updated?

The latest version of Loccali is 1.2.1, last updated on May 15, 2026. This indicates regular updates to improve functionality and fix bugs.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.2 — 2026-06-02

Fixes and cross-device polish.

• A calmer launch — fixed the celebration and welcome screen appearing on every launch for some users; they now show only when there's actually something new to celebrate.
• Daily limit in sync — your free daily action limit now stays in sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud.
• What's New, fixed — the What's New screen now opens properly from Settings and About.

### 1.2.1 — 2026-05-15

Bug fixes and stability.

• Restored Pro for original Pro purchasers — if you bought Pro before the subscription update and lost access in 1.2.0, your features are back. Thanks for your patience.
• Fixed a crash when opening "What's Included" from the Legacy Pro welcome sheet.

### 1.2.0 — 2026-05-11

Loccali, now on Mac.

• Native Mac app — Loccali runs natively on macOS. Your variables sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac via iCloud, and the Mac build is ad-free.
• Pro, your way — Pro is now available as a monthly or yearly subscription, or a one-time lifetime unlock. Pick what fits. If you already own Pro, you keep your full feature set, automatically.
• Every variable type, right in the app — Location, Date, Decimal, Array, and File variables can now be created and edited directly inside Loccali. No more switching to Shortcuts to set them up.
• A redesigned variables list — Cleaner main screen, snappier selection animations, and a smarter search bar that stays out of the way until you need it.
• A fresh look — New app icon and launch screen, refreshed Settings and About, and a new What's New sheet so you stay in the loop with each release.
• Cross-device polish — Free-tier daily action limits now sync via iCloud, so your quota matches across devices.
• Better stability — Improved crash reporting so the issues you hit get fixed faster.

### 1.1.1 — 2024-06-17

- Fixes a bug where `Files` were not saved and an error was displayed.

### 1.1.0 — 2024-06-15

- Minor bug fixes.
- Added action-run limitations to free users: Now Free users have the option to watch ads in order for them to get more run-actions.

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