# Salem Witch Trials

> Interactive digital reference for the 1692-1693 Salem Witch Trials. (iPhone/iPad app by PVI Maine LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salem-witch-trials/id898741594 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [PVI Maine LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/384927995)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: $4.99
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 4 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-09-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salem-witch-trials/id898741594/reviews.md

## What is Salem Witch Trials?

The Salem Witch Trials is a comprehensive and interactive digital reference to the largest and most famous witch hunt in American history. It includes over 450 events in the witchcraft crisis of 1692-1693, plus more than 100 events in the years leading up to and following the trials. The app also includes biographical information on more than 350 individuals, from Reverend Samuel Parris to Rebecca Nurse and Judge Samuel Sewall. Over 200 events are geo-referenced, so you can use it as a guide to trace the activities of 1692-1693. You can even search for accusations of the use of specific acts and aspects of witchcraft from a list of more than forty such crimes, ranging from black cats and spectral attack to references to the devil’s book.

It is a visual database as well, showing over 100 current photos of the sites of 1692, as well as historic sketches and portraits of individuals. You can use the guide to visit the events of the witchcraft crisis – either in person, or from the comfort of your home. 

The app is backed by the rigorous research of Emerson Baker and James Kences, two experienced scholars of Salem witchcraft. Every event includes references to one or more of the forty primary and secondary sources used to construct the app, including Baker’s recent history of the trials, A Storm of Witchcraft: The Salem Trials and the American Experience (Oxford University Press, 2014). It contains many direct quotes from the extensive surviving court records of the trials, and many events link directly to on-line transcriptions and images of specific documents. 

Data is displayed on scaleable maps, which can be zoomed in or out with a simple pinch or swipe, and on easy to search tables. With a few taps you can search and restrict events to a range of dates. The events are grouped in 17 different actions, or phases of the crisis, such as Samuel Parris’s Ministry in Salem Village, the Earliest Accusations, and The Andover Phase. Modern day landmarks, including the Salem Witch Trials Memorial, the Charter Street Cemetery and the Judge Corwin House are also included.

Despite the large volume of data contained in the Salem Witch Trials, it is fast, easy to use and provides an enjoyable experience for the tourist, amateur historian, educator or researcher. You can even walk through Salem with a GPS enabled iPhone or iPad and watch your user position change as you intersect the location of important historical events, and visit the landmarks and locations of sites described and geo-referenced in the app.

If you are fascinated in what really happened in 1692, and where it happened, you need the Salem Witch Trials.

## Key features

- Comprehensive event database (450+ events)
- Biographical information (350+ individuals)
- Geo-referenced locations for site tracing
- Visual database with historical images
- Scholarly research backing
- Searchable by date and crime type
- Interactive maps and tables

## Recent user reviews (4 of 4)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/salem-witch-trials/id898741594/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Broken Links

*2021-12-21, version 4.05*

This app is no longer working correctly.  The links to the Virginia.edu website appear to all be broken limiting access to descriptions.  

This is unfortunate, as it could be a valuable resource if trying to research the trials.

### 1/5 — Don’t bother.

*2019-06-23, version 1.31*

The information screens won’t scroll to show all the text. The map is tiny and hard to use. A waste of money overall.

### 5/5 — Fascinating geocache experiment

*2018-10-01, version 1.31*

Very interesting! I live in the area and I am always seeking new information on the region’s history. Great source!

### 1/5 — Don't Buy

*2014-12-05, version 1.01*

As a history buff who read an awesome article by one of the developers in American Ancestry, I was really excited to hear about this app. But now I wish I hadn't wasted the money. I learned a few things, but most of the stuff i already knew or could look up on Google for free, probably with more complete info. The bios are mostly 1-or-2 lines at most, the maps and photos are minuscule and it was all around a disappointment and not worth the $4.99.

## Frequently asked questions about Salem Witch Trials

### What is the Salem Witch Trials app?

The Salem Witch Trials app is a comprehensive digital reference detailing the historical events, individuals, and locations associated with the 1692-1693 witch hunt in Salem, Massachusetts. It provides an interactive way to learn about this significant period in American history.

### What kind of historical information does the Salem Witch Trials app offer?

It includes over 450 events from the witchcraft crisis, more than 100 events from surrounding years, and biographical details for over 350 individuals involved. The app also allows searching for specific accusations and aspects of witchcraft.

### Can I use the Salem Witch Trials app to visit historical sites?

Yes, over 200 events are geo-referenced, allowing you to use the app as a guide to trace activities and visit locations. It can function as a GPS-enabled guide for exploring Salem in person or remotely.

### What is the price of the Salem Witch Trials app?

The Salem Witch Trials app is available for a one-time purchase of $4.99.

### On which devices can I use the Salem Witch Trials app?

The Salem Witch Trials app is supported on Mac, iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

### How often is the Salem Witch Trials app updated?

The latest version, 4.05, was released on November 20, 2020. The app was initially released on September 16, 2014.

### What is the age rating for the Salem Witch Trials app?

The Salem Witch Trials app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in historical content.

### Who developed the Salem Witch Trials app?

The Salem Witch Trials app was developed by PVI Maine LLC, a developer known for creating educational and historical applications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.05 — 2020-11-20

Minor Fixes

### 4.03 — 2020-11-16

Support for latest iOS Versions

### 1.31 — 2017-11-10

A major rewrite with support for large screen iPhones and iPads including the new iPhone X.
Improved interface
Faster download of photos

### 1.23 — 2016-07-10

Improved user interface
Support for iOS 9+
Minor Bug Fixes

### 1.04 — 2015-04-06

Added Photos to Landmarks

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