# NY POPS — Privately owned public spaces

> Privately owned public spaces (iPhone/iPad app by Samuel Snow.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ny-pops/id6760239983 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Samuel Snow](https://appshunter.io/developer/1829824175)
- Category: Travel
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 18.6 · 78 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ny-pops/id6760239983/reviews.md

## What is NY POPS?

NYC POPS is your definitive guide to New York’s Privately Owned Public Spaces—the hidden sanctuaries tucked away within the concrete jungle. From sun-drenched midtown plazas to serene indoor atriums, NYC POPS helps you find the perfect place to sit, relax, eat lunch, or escape the noise of the city.
Whether you are a local looking for a quiet place to work or a tourist seeking a secret garden, start exploring the city in a new way and uncover the spaces hiding in plain sight.

Urban exploration is now a journey. Log your visits and collect unique digital stamps for every POPS location you discover.
• Track Your Progress: Visualize your exploration stats across all five boroughs.
• Check-In: Document your journey by adding photos and personal notes to your visits.
• Earn Achievements: Level up from a casual Tourist to a master Explorer as you unlock exclusive badges.

EXPLORE WITH EASE
• Smart Navigation: Switch between a high-performance map and a detailed list view to find spaces near you.
• Advanced Filtering: Filter locations by amenities, seating, and accessibility.
• Real-Time Data: View accurate hours and location details for every space.

COMMUNITY-DRIVEN DATA
Help us keep the city’s data fresh! Submit community contributions, upload your own photos, and report issues like incorrect hours or temporary closures directly within the app.

Download NYC POPS today and find your own piece of the city!

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| NY POPS Supporter | $8.00 | one-time |



## Version history (last 4 releases)

### 1.3 — 2026-08-29

We’ve been working hard on a few new features and improvements. Here’s what’s new in this update:

UI improvements:
• UI improvements throughout the app.
• Cleaner home page.
• Cleaner location detail page.
• Redesigned Report an Issue.

Bug Fixes:
• Minor bug fixes and small improvements.

### 1.2 — 2026-08-11

We’ve been working hard on a few new features and improvements. Here’s what’s new in this update:

What’s new:
• Added Passport
• Added curated routes
• Added community check-ins
• Added supporter icons
• Improved the overall app experience
• Additional refinements throughout the app

UI improvements:
• Improved iPad orientation support for multitasking compatibility

Bug fixes:
• Minor bug fixes and performance improvements throughout the app

If you encounter any issues or have feedback, we’d love to hear from you:
https://snowstudios.app/contact

### 1.1 — 2026-05-10

We have been working on a few improvements. Here is what is new in this update:

UI improvements:
• Profile photo: camera, library, or remove from the pencil menu.
• Placeholders when a place has no photo; Surprise Me and location detail polish.

Bug fixes:
• Minor bug fixes and small improvements throughout the app.

If you encounter any issues or have feedback, don't hesitate to get in touch with us:
https://nypops.app/contact

### 1.0 — 2026-04-11

No release notes.

## More apps by Samuel Snow

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All apps by Samuel Snow: https://appshunter.io/developer/1829824175

## Related topics

[ny parks explorer](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/ny-parks-explorer)

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