Stargazing Planner: Darksite

Stargazing Planner: Darksite

Telescope log & night sky

1 ratings
1 review
Free

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • July 30, 2026
  • September 2, 2026

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About

This app helps telescope owners plan their night of stargazing by suggesting targets based on their equipment and sky conditions. It also provides a detailed logbook for recording observations and tracks progress towards astronomy certificates.

Gear-aware target suggestions
Session queue and planning
Detailed observing logbook
Red field mode for night vision
Tracking for astronomy certificates
Offline functionality
Data export and import
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What's New in Stargazing Planner

1.1.1

September 2, 2026

• Backup improvements: save your backup anywhere with the system save dialog, or send a copy to another app • More reliable backup restore • Fixed: saving gear without a name now shows what's missing • Performance improvements and minor fixes

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User reviews

This is great

I can tell you really took your time with this. I’m starting my amateur journey into stargazing and this app has been extremely helpful in that journey.

Response from developer

Thank you, that means a lot! I’ve put a lot of care into Darksite, and I’m glad it’s helping you get started with stargazing. If you have any feedback or run into trouble, email me at support@trueframedigital.app. I’d love to hear how you get on. Clear skies!

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FAQ

What is Darksite?

Darksite is a planning and logbook application designed for telescope owners. It helps users select celestial targets for observation based on their equipment and current sky conditions, and provides tools to log each session.

Does Darksite have ads?

No, Darksite is ad-free. The app is designed with privacy in mind and does not feature any advertisements.

Can I use Darksite offline?

Yes, Darksite works fully offline. The celestial catalog, all calculations, and your observation logs do not require an internet signal to function.

What devices does Darksite support?

Darksite is available on Mac, iPhone, and iPad, making it accessible across multiple Apple platforms for your stargazing needs.

How does Darksite help with astronomy certificates?

Darksite automatically tracks your progress for popular astronomy programs like the Messier, Herschel 400, and Lunar certificate programs as you log your observations.

Can I export my data from Darksite?

Yes, your data is easily exportable. Darksite offers CSV and JSON export options, as well as backup and restore functionality, ensuring your data is never held hostage.

What is the age rating for Darksite?

Darksite has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in astronomy and stargazing.

How often is Darksite updated?

The latest version of Darksite is 1.1.1, which was last updated on September 2, 2026. Updates aim to improve functionality and user experience for stargazers.