# OLD: Pile - Collect Bookmarks — Private boards & file manager

> Private digital organizer for links, notes, photos, and files. (iPhone/iPad app by Awesome Apps Company Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-pile-collect-bookmarks/id1549454338 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Awesome Apps Company Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/889715463)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.28/5 from 173 App Store ratings · 60 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: Catalan, English, Spanish
- Released: 2021-06-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-pile-collect-bookmarks/id1549454338/reviews.md

## What is OLD?

Keep your things beautifully in one place. The award-winning Pile app helps you having your things organised, ready to use whenever you need. Whether you like saving loads of links, taking notes or keeping your files tidy, Pile is for you. 

Best of all, it's Privacy protected. We've built Pile from the ground up with Privacy in mind. You own your data, in a way we can't even access it! Because your data is stored in your iCloud, you still have the peace in mind your data is safely backed-up there.

We have an app for iPhone, iPad and Mac... Even Safari for Mac!

Pile offers a free trial of basic functionalities but in order to fully use the app you will need to purchase a lifetime license or a monthly subscription. 

"Great app! Perfect place to dump and organise all my favourite internet finds" 
—E. S.
"This is exactly what I need, a one stop shop for everything I like and need all over the internet, sleek and organised. Such a useful app, no more sticky notes everywhere for me!"
—M. M.


KEY FEATURES

· Links
Save links of blog posts for later, save those very interesting reads to share with your friend or that recipe you want to try. Read them nicely with Reader Mode, even when you have no internet connection. 

· Your Notes
To-Do Lists, shopping lists, quick thoughts or long diaries. You can even invite other people to write or view the note with you!

· Photos (and GIFs)
Memories from your last trip (finally we can travel again!), that beautiful doggie pic from Reddit, or that fun GIF that you can't wait to use in a chat group. 

· Files
PDFs, Word, Pages... Any type of file can be saved in Pile. And you can view them too, of course!

· Folders & Tags
Organise your content using Folders and Tags. As easy as a drag and drop. Then, search through your Folders or filter by Tags. 

MORE PILE TO LOVE
· (NEW) Protect cards and folders with FaceID or TouchID
Protect your content from bystanders by adding this extra layer of privacy - it will blur your cards and folders so no one knows what's in there, unless you unlock it
· Reader Mode
Read your saved articles without distractions in Pile's Reader Mode, which supports Dark Mode and offline, so you can read your links even in the plane. 
· Collaborate
Join your friends and create folders together. Family recipes, important blog posts for your business or keeping the best photos accessible to you all. 
· Offline
It's your content, so why shouldn't you be able to see it even when you have no internet?
· Search
Navigate through your content easily with a quick search.
· Activity
Sometimes you know you added a very interesting link last week but can't find it with all that other stuff... Just go to Activity, and you'll find exactly what you did last day. 
· Drag & Drop, Long Press
Adding, organising and viewing your content should be easy. So we've made it easy! Use the gestures you are used to in your iPhone. 
· Share
You choose what to do with your stuff. Share it with anyone, or don't - it's your choice!
· Multi-select
Manage a lot of items with ease.
· Import/Export Bookmarks
Bring your bookmarks from other apps or browsers into Pile in a moment!
· And much more!


MADE FOR IPHONE

Pile is tailored to the iPhone with deep system integrations as well. A great example is the Share Extension, which allows you to add anything from other apps, such as a link to a website you want to get back to. 


GET PILE TODAY

Whatever you want to keep, Pile can help you. Install the app today and see how beautiful your things are!

If you have any questions, please get in touch. We provide professional support and will be glad to help you!

For subscription support, please use https://pile.ie/contact
For subscription Terms & Conditions, please go to https://pile.ie/terms
For Privacy Policy, please go to https://pile.ie/privacy-policy

## Key features

- Save and organize links with Reader Mode
- Create and collaborate on notes
- Store and view photos and GIFs
- Save and view any file type
- Organize with folders and tags
- Protect content with FaceID/TouchID
- Offline access to saved content

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pile everywhere | $1.99 | per month |
| Unlock Pile | $6.99 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock Pile - Lifetime | $24.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of OLD?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Intuitive and user-friendly interface
- 🎨 Beautiful, visually appealing design with relaxing graphics
- 💾 Excellent organization system with folders and tags
- 🔒 Strong privacy protection with iCloud integration
- 🚀 Fast performance and quick syncing
- 📌 Great alternative to Pinterest and bookmark managers
- 💡 Innovative card-based visual organization system
- ✅ Responsive developer who addresses issues and provides support

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezing issues
- 🔄 Syncing problems across devices
- 💸 Controversial business model shift to subscription pricing
- 📉 Data loss and disappearing items
- 🚫 Lack of developer support and communication
- ⚠️ Abandoned old version after paid purchase
- 🔧 Multiple bugs affecting core functionality
- 📱 iPad app is poorly optimized and low resolution

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes on opening or during basic operations
- Syncing failures between iOS and macOS devices
- Cards flickering and random display issues
- Incorrect item count displays
- Images not loading on all cards
- Share extension not working properly
- Drag and drop causing immediate crashes
- Data disappearing from iCloud sync
- Import functionality crashing both iPad and Mac apps
- Changes not visible until app restart
- Bookmarks imported incorrectly or losing folder structure
- Tag filters not functioning
- Screen not refreshing after adding items
- Feedback button broken on desktop
- App randomly relaunching after deletion
- White 'loading shared card' placeholders appearing everywhere

**Most requested features**

- Manual sorting and drag-and-drop organization
- Image navigation with next/previous buttons or swiping
- Adjustable thumbnail size and zoom controls
- Heart/rating system for items
- List view option instead of thumbnail grid
- Export functionality for data portability
- Transparent folder customization options
- Dark mode and customizable themes
- Mac app or improved macOS version
- Professional folder-style interface option
- Integration with email clients like Airmail
- Reader mode functionality
- Profile avatar and personal bio features

## Recent user reviews (10 of 60)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/old-pile-collect-bookmarks/id1549454338/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Still works on newest iOS 26 UNLIKE the new one that freezes?

*2025-11-05, version 1.6.9*

EDIT: 04/11/2025
Had to come here to update and say that this version still works on newest iOS 26 unlike the new app that just freezes on opening? 

EDIT 01/05/22

True to the developers word the issue has been sorted out and everything works exactly as before and described in the AppStore information. Also extremely fast repair, well done Aram!
As honoured I have changed my rating too 5 stars as the app deserves it and warrants it. Also a reflection upon the devs integrity and honesty upfront. 
Thank you for making this app a great app again 🙏.

### 1/5 — ABANDONED APP!!!

*2025-08-11, version 1.6.9*

The OLD Pile used to be amazing.  The developer has crippled it, and created a new app, which is a lot more expensive and lacks a one time price.  So much for Pile.  Apparently there’s not even a way to move your content is you WANT to pay $23 a year (when the OLD Pile had a one time lifetime payment option of $24–guess the developer has no problem screwing old customers). Who would trust a developer who takes peoples money, abandons his app, which they paid for, offers a free upgrade that is not forthcoming, and just figures that’s their problem.  It’s not like we don’t have a ton of other applications like this to choose from with developers who actually care about their good customers and their own reputation.  Bad move.

### 1/5 — Unlocked Old Pile & Left in the dust

*2025-07-15, version 1.6.9*

I have tried multiple times to contact the app developer following their instructions to no avail. The links go to page not found and no response to multiple emails. Very sad as this was a terrific app.

### 1/5 — Cheat

*2024-08-12, version 1.6.9*

The developer has depreciated the old app and launched a new one with the same features, aiming to get rid of previous customers and embezzle their money. Now, you have to pay again for the new app, and there is no lifetime option anymore. Greed will not take this guy far.

### 1/5 — There Goes My ‘Pro’ Purchase, Then!

*2024-08-11, version 1.6.9*

So, my ‘Pro’ purchased app is now ‘OLD Pile’. WOW! These guys are true winners, folks! You buy an app in good faith only for them to realise they can make more money & ‘OLD Pile of DUNG it is’.

Do yourself a huge favour: Stay Away.

### 1/5 — Buggy Mess

*2024-05-09, version 1.6.8*

Sounded great, and free version seemed nice. Glad I chanced just the month sub to start. This thing is a terrible mess. Imported links from Safari. Caused multiple crashes, wouldn’t load all cards, wouldn’t load images to all cards. Tried sharing which did absolutely nothing. The MacOS version has all kinds of issues, including it has random counts that don’t match anything in the menu drawer. Syncing either doesn’t work or is beyond slow across multiple devices. And the Tips and Tricks are dead/blank pages with nothing available to help you try and understand what’s going on. Wondering if abandoned app, but either way certainly not worth it.

### 1/5 — No Support No Use

*2024-02-07, version 1.6.8*

I purchased the premium version of this app as a tool to use for work because I'm a concept artist. Unfortunately, the app crashes upon opening it, and I haven't been able to use it in months - even with restarting the computer, reinstalling the app, and installing updates. Neither Apple nor the Pile developers ever got back to my requests for help, so I'm very disappointed overall.

### 5/5 — Digital Hoarder Approved!

*2023-12-31, version 1.6.8*

As a long time digital hoarder, I am constantly struggling with keeping my digital assets organized. My browser bookmarks have long since devolved into a mess of folders and sub-folders that literally manifest physical anxiety any time I try ti find something. 

Pile has an awesome interface that promotes the initial categorization and tagging of items BEFORE they are saved. This makes all the difference for me. Thanks for a great app with a clean user interface and an incredibly helpful end result.

### 2/5 — Could be great, but full of bugs

*2023-11-03, version 1.6.8*

I've been trying out all bookmarking apps and in terms of potential, visual appeal and overal UX this is definitely in the top.

Well, would be if, it wasn't completely broken. There are so many bugs on every screen, every button. Really even just the basic things like tag filters don't work. Screen won't refresh after adding a new item. The number of items is totally random - I've added 4 links so far but got an alert "you've saved 40 out of 50 items" lol. Random images flickering. 

I'm sorry, I wanted to like this app because I see there's a well thought through idea behind it. But engineering wise it's just not there. Even the "submit feedback" button is broken haha, at least on Desktop.

It's a shame really cause there's a lot of potential here. Oh well, I'll try again in year…

### 1/5 — Nope

*2023-10-26, version 1.6.7*

Initially, I loved Pile but itʻs incredibly unstable. The app consistently freezes. Iʻm really disappointed because itʻs a phenominal idea and, when it works, looks beautiful.

## Frequently asked questions about OLD

### What does the Pile app do?

Pile is a private digital organizer that allows you to save and manage links, notes, photos, GIFs, and various file types. It aims to keep your digital content beautifully organized and readily accessible whenever you need it.

### What are the key features of Pile?

Key features include saving links with a Reader Mode for offline reading, creating and collaborating on notes, storing photos and GIFs, saving any file type, organizing content with folders and tags, and protecting your data with FaceID or TouchID.

### How much does Pile cost?

Pile offers a free trial of basic functionalities. To fully utilize the app's features, you will need to purchase a lifetime license or a monthly subscription.

### What devices is Pile available on?

Pile is available for iPhone, iPad, and Mac, including Safari for Mac. Your data is stored in your iCloud, ensuring it is backed up and accessible across your Apple devices.

### What are common use cases for Pile?

Common use cases include saving interesting blog posts or recipes for later, creating to-do or shopping lists, organizing travel memories or downloaded files, and collaborating on shared projects or family content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.9 — 2024-08-10

Pile is being deprecated - check out PILE, the new app!

### 1.6.8 — 2023-10-29

- Minor bug-fixes and improvements

### 1.6.7 — 2023-08-13

- Fixed sorting cards
- Now you can import up to 20 images at the same time through Pile
- Other bug-fixes and improvements

### 1.6.6 — 2023-08-08

- Added user requested feature to allow sorting cards by "Last Modified"
- Other minor bug-fixes and improvements

### 1.6.5 — 2023-08-04

- Added Feature Request space where you can ask for new features or upvote existing requests, and keep track of them!
- Removed Twitter support due Twitter (X now) closed down the API necessary for the feature. Now all tweets will open as a normal Link. 
- Other bug-fixes and improvements

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