This app helps metal detectorists and prospectors by providing offline historical gold site maps and a quick logging system for finds. It allows users to record details about their discoveries, track their progress, and learn prospecting techniques. All data is stored privately on the device.
1.9.0
August 6, 2026
New: Research leads — historic producing sites with no BLM claim record nearby in this data, ranked straight from the records (Claims Pass). Navigate back to a saved spot with a live bearing arrow. Log a find hands-free with Siri. A journal widget for your home and lock screen. Optional private iCloud backup of your whole journal. Plus CSV and KML export, sharing without coordinates, and purchase reliability fixes.
More$14.99
Gold Story Pro
Unlimited finds & advanced gold lessons
Thank you! We’re glad offline support is helping in the field. Gold Story is built to keep your maps, site data, and find journal useful when reception disappears. We appreciate you taking the time to share this.
Gold Story Pro is a one-time unlock that removes the monthly AI transcription limit. It is tied to your Apple ID and offers lifetime access to all Pro features. The app itself is free to download and use with limited AI features.
No, Gold Story does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and offers a one-time purchase for Pro features, ensuring an ad-free experience.
Yes, Gold Story is designed for offline use. Once you install region packs, the historical maps and logging features work without an internet signal, making it ideal for remote prospecting locations.
The latest version of Gold Story is 1.6.2, last updated on July 15, 2026. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, the app is actively maintained by its developers.
Gold Story is currently supported on iPhones. The app is rated for ages 4 and up, making it accessible for a wide range of users.
The on-device AI in Gold Story can transcribe your handwritten notes about finds, automatically filling fields like method, water, and conditions. This feature is limited to three free uses per month, with Pro unlocking unlimited usage.
Yes, you can export all your data from Gold Story at any time. This includes your journal as JSON, every location as GPX, and photos zipped alongside your logs.
Yes, all your data, including named spots and logged finds, is private and stored solely on your device. The app does not require an account or track your activity.
