# Pokémon Pass

> Retail-based Pokémon rewards and digital collectibles app. (iPhone/iPad app by THE POKEMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL, INC..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokemon-pass/id1452926079 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [THE POKEMON COMPANY INTERNATIONAL, INC.](https://appshunter.io/developer/594261408)
- Category: Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.31/5 from 2,734 App Store ratings · 50 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 52 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-05-02
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokemon-pass/id1452926079/reviews.md

## What is Pokémon Pass?

See What’s In Store with Pokémon Pass!

Pokémon Pass connects you with great Pokémon reward activities when you visit participating retailers in your area. Sign in with your free Pokémon Trainer Club account, then get notified of upcoming events at a store near you. When you visit the store, use your phone’s camera to scan a code to unlock a gift—such as in-game items for Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield or Pokémon photo stickers for your camera.

To use the app, you’ll need to enable location services and grant permission for the app to use your phone’s camera. You’ll also need a free Pokémon Trainer Club account, which you can create on Pokemon.com.

Add a little Pokémon fun to your next trip to the store with Pokémon Pass!

## Key features

- Location-based Pokémon activities
- Scan codes for rewards
- Unlock in-game items
- Digital photo stickers
- Event notifications
- Free Pokémon Trainer Club account integration

## What do users think of Pokémon Pass?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Fast loading
- 💡 Potential for future events
- 👍 Useful for event distributions

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent login issues
- 🐛 Sync and loading problems
- 🐛 Unreliable scanning/location detection
- 🔒 Strict account requirements
- 💤 Lack of new content/updates

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Account lockouts due to password issues
- Inability to scan QR codes or redeem codes
- Persistent loading/sync problems

**Most requested features**

- Expand functionality beyond just events
- Improve login and account management
- Add support for more Pokémon games

## Recent user reviews (10 of 50)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pokemon-pass/id1452926079/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Useless

*2023-01-06, version 1.0.6*

So I’ve reset my password twice now. Doesn’t let me login and says it’s the wrong password. Definitely not typing anything in wrong! I have confirmed this by resetting the password to the same exact password which it said I was not allowed to do. Low and behold the password doesn’t allow me to log in and now my account is locked! Been the same way for years now!!!! POKÉMON HAS BECOME A USELESS COMPANY BRAIN DEAD COMPANY FULL OF IDIOTS

### 3/5 — Well…

*2022-10-22, version 1.0.6*

So I’ve had this for a while, but I don’t use it AT ALL! Why? Because it takes FOREVER TO LOAD. AND what does this app even do?! When it EVENTUALLY loads, all that pops up is a sticker for Mewtwo! I’m not saying this app is bad but it could definitely use some work. I see a lot of potential in this app. Bye!

### 3/5 — Rating is weird

*2021-06-15, version 1.0.6*

It says 4+ but you have to be 13 to login to an account. I just find this a bit weird and I don’t know why there is an age limit.

### 1/5 — Took forever to sync

*2021-04-11, version 1.0.6*

This app is horrible. I had to reset my trainer club password because the app locked me out of my account (thought my account didn’t exist) and when I finally get all that done and head to GameStop the app wouldn’t operate. It couldn’t figure out I was in the building. From other reviews and forums this app was horrid from day one but I wanted the toxtricity event so against better judgement I get the app only for it to fail multiple times in a row. I pray gamefreak doesn’t use this format for their events anymore and removes this app as it basically functions as a poor mans pokemon snap (barely). I’d rather have my events done through internet or cards preferably both so those who don’t have access to physical locations for cards can still get events via internet. Please destroy this app🙏

### 1/5 — Unable to scan QR codes

*2021-03-27, version 1.0.6*

I had this app when it first came out around when Detective Pikachu came out. No problem scanning QR codes and seeing the completed tasks. Now that functionality is gone and the completed tasks are gone. The app is useless. Couldn’t redeem a free Pokémon I saw at a local GameStop. Will see what Suport has to say.

### 5/5 — So far very useful

*2021-02-22, version 1.0.6*

I used it for the shiny toxtricity event and it worked I look forward to using it for future events although there was a problem with the loading the first time I opened the app but that problem seemed to be internet related and not a problem with the app itself

### 2/5 — Unbelievably bad

*2021-02-10, version 1.0.4*

I’ve been stuck on the same loading screen for twenty minutes I didn’t even get to use the app. I’ve tried reinstalling, resetting my phone, and anything else I could think of and still nothing but that dang loading screen.

Update: I finally got it to work using the airplane mode trick but it’s still insane that I have to resort to that a year after the app’s been up this is something that should have been fixed long ago.

### 4/5 — Help

*2021-01-16, version 1.0.4*

I made a account and when I try to log in i need to verify it, and when I send the email it doesn’t show up? I searched Pokémon in gmail and everything and there’s no verify email..... please fix this!

### 5/5 — Just a question

*2020-11-26, version 1.0.4*

So I know this was made for the Pokémon 3ds games and all, but will there be any future events for the Pokémon 3ds games and the Pokémon switch games...just asking, and also maybe a new Pokémon rumble game with gen 7 and gen 8 pokemon...maybe...

### 3/5 — Frustrating to use

*2020-11-26, version 1.0.4*

It was beyond difficult to make an account if you didn’t already have one, for some reason no email I typed in worked I had to make 4 bran new emails just to make my account also the app itself is a little hard to get the hand of.

## Frequently asked questions about Pokémon Pass

### What does the Pokémon Pass app do?

Pokémon Pass connects you with special Pokémon reward activities when you visit participating retailers. You can scan codes at these stores to unlock exclusive gifts, such as in-game items for Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield, or digital photo stickers.

### How do I get rewards from Pokémon Pass?

To get rewards, you need to visit a participating retailer and use your phone's camera to scan a specific code displayed at the store. This action will unlock the digital gift associated with the promotion.

### Is Pokémon Pass free to use?

Yes, the Pokémon Pass app is free to download and use. You will need a free Pokémon Trainer Club account to sign in and access the features.

### What permissions does Pokémon Pass require?

To function correctly, Pokémon Pass requires you to enable location services on your phone and grant permission for the app to use your phone's camera. These permissions are necessary for discovering nearby activities and scanning codes.

### What kind of rewards can I get with Pokémon Pass?

The rewards available through Pokémon Pass typically include digital items for Pokémon games, such as in-game items for Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield. You can also receive Pokémon photo stickers to use with your phone's camera.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.6 — 2021-02-17

Back end improvements and bug fixes

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