# Source Code Reader — View Source Code in Safari

> Mobile app and Safari extension for viewing website source code. (iPhone/iPad app by Alexander Eichhorn.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-code-reader/id511639148 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Alexander Eichhorn](https://appshunter.io/developer/507733211)
- Category: Developer Tools, Utilities
- Price: $1.99
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 24 MB
- Languages: American English, German (Germany)
- Released: 2012-03-26
- Data updated: 2026-08-21
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-code-reader/id511639148/reviews.md

## What is Source Code Reader?

With the Source Code Reader app it's easy to view the source code of a site directly on your iPhone or iPad. You can do this in the app or directly in Safari with the built-in Safari extension.

The app supports dark mode, adjustable font sizes, text search and multiple windows - all available in the Safari extension as well.

## Key features

- View source code in-app
- Safari extension for direct viewing
- Dark mode support
- Adjustable font sizes
- Text search functionality
- Multiple window support

## Chart rankings

- #86 in Top Paid · Developer Tools (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/source-code-reader/id511639148/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Wunderbar

*2025-03-11*

Die App ist hilfreich! Sie wäre noch mehr von Vorteil wenn sie Code leserlicher machen würde, also HTML CSS und Javascript beautify anbieten würde

### 5/5 — Funktioniert bestens

*2023-10-13*

Funktioniert einwandfrei, auch als Safari-Erweiterung. Einmal installiert, geht man auf der betreffenden Webseite auf Teilen und dann Quelltext und bekommt den Quelltext der Website angezeigt. Sogar mit farblichem Syntax-Highlighting.

### 2/5 — Funktioniert nicht als Erweiterung ...

*2023-01-15*

Ich habe mich an die Anleitung gehalten, dennoch funktioniert die App nicht als Safari Erweiterung ...

### 5/5 — It’s great!!

*2021-09-29*

Same

### 1/5 — App lässt sich nicht wie angegeben in Safari integrieren.

*2021-04-29*

App lässt sich nicht wie angegeben in Safari integrieren.
Dadurch ist eine Quelltext Ansicht nur über mühsames, umständliches Copy/Paste möglich. Für mich herausgeschmissenes Geld. So kann ich das auch ohne extra App.

**Developer response:** Das ist leider momentan ein Bug in iOS 14, der hoffentlich bald von Apple behoben wird. Bitte versuchen Sie das App neuzustarten. Das hilft oft.

### 5/5 — Pretty good!

*2020-12-30*

This app does its job well. We're only missing a couple of things, I think:
1. Source codes accessed directly from Safari with the Share button do not have their syntax highlighted sometimes (it works fine from the app itself.) [tested with a random YouTube channel page]
2. An option to prettify the code would be nice :-)
Sure, highlights help, but looking at a wall of minified code isn't really easy on the eye.

### 5/5 — Genuinely useful...

*2020-08-23*

...I really would have expected this functionality to be integrated in all mobile browsers.

### 5/5 — Funktioniert wunderbar

*2020-01-06*

Funktioniert wunderbar auf iPhone und iPad.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work

*2018-11-28*

Wasted money, can’t get it to do anything

**Developer response:** I‘m sorry things not working for you. Make sure your internet is working and has a reasonable speed. 
If it doesn‘t help, please contact sc-feedback@losjet.com or use the feedback or bug report function in the settings of the app.

### 1/5 — Crash

*2016-09-17*

Crash since the update. 

iPhone 5c iOS 10.

## Frequently asked questions about Source Code Reader

### Does Source Code Reader have ads?

No, Source Code Reader does not contain advertisements. It is a paid application that offers an ad-free experience for viewing website source code.

### What devices is Source Code Reader compatible with?

Source Code Reader is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It supports iOS and iPadOS operating systems.

### How often is Source Code Reader updated?

The latest version, 3.5.3, was released on September 20, 2024. The app is regularly updated by the developer, Alexander Eichhorn, to ensure compatibility and introduce improvements.

### What is the age rating for Source Code Reader?

Source Code Reader has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages and does not contain mature content.

### Can I view source code directly in Safari with Source Code Reader?

Yes, Source Code Reader includes a built-in Safari extension that allows you to view the source code of any webpage directly within Safari.

### What are the key features of Source Code Reader?

Key features include viewing source code in-app and via a Safari extension, dark mode, adjustable font sizes, and text search functionality.

### What is the price of Source Code Reader?

Source Code Reader is a paid app priced at $1.99. This one-time purchase grants access to all its features.

### What is the user sentiment for Source Code Reader?

Based on the available data, Source Code Reader has received a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from 5 ratings, indicating very positive user sentiment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.5.3 — 2024-09-20

new dark mode icons for iOS 18

### 3.5.2 — 2024-05-07

Improved tap precision when searching through source code

### 3.5.1 — 2024-02-20

Updated user agents and bug fixes in the Safari extension

### 3.5 — 2022-03-16

- Support for multi-window on iPad: Open multiple windows with different source codes side-by-side or next to another app
- Improved syntax highlighting
- Design and performance improvements
- Bug fixes

### 3.4.5 — 2021-10-06

- support for new iPad mini
- updated User Agents

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