# ShellHistory — Backup, organize and sync

> iOS companion app to browse, search, and sync shell history from macOS. (iPhone/iPad app by Loshadki, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shellhistory/id1564015476 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Loshadki, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1546140307)
- Category: Developer Tools, Productivity
- Price: $13.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 17.5 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English, Russian
- Released: 2021-05-14
- Data updated: 2026-08-25
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shellhistory/id1564015476/reviews.md

## What is ShellHistory?

# ShellHistory for iOS

ShellHistory for iOS is a companion application for the ShellHistory for macOS. 

iOS version of ShellHistory does not have ability to collect shell history, but allows you to browse the history collected from your macOS devices collected with ShellHistory for macOS application. 

## Description

With the ShellHistory, you can easily keep years of shell history, search history using Full-Text Search, back it up to your private iCloud, and create Notebooks.

With ShellHistory you can:

* Run full-text search queries over your shell history.
* Extend your shell history by including information about the working directory, session, elapsed time, exit code, host, user, and more.
* Never lose your shell history. Backup and synchronize it between Macs using your private iCloud storage. 
* Organize commands in notebooks to easily access the everyday workflow.
* Import existing shell history.
* See statistics over time.
* See a complete terminal session in the order of the commands executed.
* Dark and light mode support.
* Multi-windows, multi-tabs support.

ShellHistory easily integrates with your shell. ShellHistory supports all the most popular shells: zsh (default on macOS), bash, and fish shell. It will not break your prompt, and you can keep using your favorite terminal application. ShellHistory provides simple prompt commands, that will integrate with your shell and start recording your history.

# Security

ShellHistory is a sandboxed application distributed only via App Store. If you wish to synchronize your history, it will be stored in the private iCloud account, that only users with access to your AppleID can access it. Everything is stored in encrypted fields.

# Feedback

Check out the help page for more information https://loshadki.app/shellhistory/, have a question, or suggestion, or want to report a bug, please email us at support@loshadki.app

## Key features

- Browse shell history from macOS
- Full-text search capabilities
- Backup and sync via private iCloud
- Organize commands in notebooks
- View statistics over time
- Supports zsh, bash, and fish shells

## Recent user reviews (10 of 11)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shellhistory/id1564015476/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Perfect App and Support

*2024-12-16, version 2.1.2*

I had a problem for a week and before I could write a ticket the problem was already solved by the developer. Very good work. Thank you very much and keep up the good work.

### 2/5 — Bugs bugs bugs

*2024-03-22, version 2.1.1*

Just lost a notebook full of commands after trying to rename it... and the rename didn't even stick! Can't copy multiple commands at once or addto anotebook.

This app would bo so useful if it wasn't so broken.

### 5/5 — Works nicely

*2022-10-13, version 1.1.5*

Easy to use, integration worked perfectly, thank you for the good app

### 5/5 — Extremely useful

*2022-01-14*

I use the command line a lot.

Sometimes I need to repeat a command from a while ago, or from a different shell instance. Both of these use cases are made substantially easier using ShellHistory. As useful as built-in shell history is, sometimes it fails me, and ShellHistory is there to help me.

**Developer response:** Thank you so much for a review! Really appreciate that!

### 4/5 — Really useful

*2021-07-11, version 1.0.4*

Great addition to the developer workflow - organise complex command sets into convenient groups. Good job!

### 5/5 — Great App for Fish Shell

*2021-05-18*

It's the app that I didn't know that I needed.  I'm always copying / pasting fish shell commands from iTerm over to either Bear or Drafts to keep my work MOSH sessions and this just helps me just in case the commands disappear from my screen and I can't get back to them. 

The ability to search everything makes it that much better.

**Developer response:** Thank you for the review!

### 5/5 — Very Useful

*2021-05-17, version 1.0.3*

A neat app that works very well. The history itself is useful alone but being able to store commands and associated notes really elevates it.

### 5/5 — Excellent Complement to Bash Shell history

*2021-05-16*

As a developer, ShellHistory has been a nice complement to my workflow over the last week I’ve used it. I’m often jumping between different development environments for different tasks, and ShellHistory has been excellent for organizing frequently used commands. This is particularly useful for when the default bash history program is cluttered with commands over time. I still use bash history for recently used commands, but organization and iCloud syncing abilities of ShellHistory are definitely features I would seriously miss if I didn’t have them. I’m still figuring out how best to use ShellHistory, but I can tell it’s very well thought out so far and it seems light weight in performance from my limited experience. I’d definitely recommend the software for anyone who is a medium to heavy user of terminal on macOS.

**Developer response:** Thank you!

### 5/5 — Easy access to past commands

*2021-05-16*

If you spend any time working in the terminal, ShellHistory makes it easy to find, organize and re-run any and all of your previous commands.   Being able to arrange commands into folders keeps related entries together for quick access; video, netowrking, general system commands, etc.  And yes, it has earned a place on the dock.

**Developer response:** Place on the dock! That is amazing! Thank you for feedback!

### 5/5 — Great

*2021-05-15, version 1.0.2*

Really handy and works great

## Frequently asked questions about ShellHistory

### What is ShellHistory for iOS?

ShellHistory for iOS is a companion app that allows you to browse and search shell history collected from your macOS devices. It does not collect history directly on iOS but syncs data from its macOS counterpart.

### How does ShellHistory sync data?

ShellHistory syncs your shell history between macOS devices using your private iCloud storage. This ensures your data is backed up and accessible across your Apple ecosystem.

### What shells does ShellHistory support?

ShellHistory supports all the most popular shells, including zsh (the default on macOS), bash, and fish shell. It integrates seamlessly without breaking your existing prompt.

### Can I search my shell history with ShellHistory?

Yes, ShellHistory offers powerful full-text search capabilities, allowing you to quickly find specific commands or patterns within your extensive shell history.

### How is my shell history secured with ShellHistory?

ShellHistory is a sandboxed application distributed via the App Store. When synchronizing, your history is stored in encrypted fields within your private iCloud account, accessible only by you.

### What information is included in the extended shell history?

You can extend your shell history to include details such as the working directory, session information, elapsed time, exit code, host, and user, providing richer context for each command.

### Does ShellHistory have ads?

No, ShellHistory does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it provides an ad-free experience for users.

### What devices is ShellHistory compatible with?

ShellHistory is compatible with macOS, iPhone, and iPad devices, allowing you to manage your shell history across your Apple ecosystem.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 3.1 — 2025-09-15

Usability and visual updates.

### 3.0 — 2025-01-20

No release notes.

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