# The Orcadian

> Digital local newspaper subscription with offline reading and interactive features. (iPhone/iPad app by The Orcadian Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-orcadian/id603455880 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [The Orcadian Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1380272660)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 125 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France)
- Released: 2013-04-12
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-orcadian/id603455880/reviews.md

## What is The Orcadian?

Subscribe to The Orcadian now and get your favourite newspaper delivered to your device every Wednesday at 12 noon.

Single edition £1.99, 3 months for £24.05, and 1 year for £91.00.

The Orcadian brings you the very best local stories, public debates, news and features on your device, published in exceptional clarity, with an incredible touch screen experience allowing you to zoom in and through the paper.

Now with added Newsstand functionality ….if you’re running iOS5 and above you will automatically have all your new editions pushed directly to your device through Newsstand.

Flip your device to read the newspaper as a double- page spread or full-screen single page, tap the page selector to choose a specific page to fast navigate to. The Orcadian App also features a zoom function to enable clearer reading of selected articles. You can also download and save individual pages to enjoy offline and when you are on the go.

All subscriptions are auto-renewing. The prices for the subscriptions are 1-week subscription (single edition) £2.19, 3 months for £28.49, 6 months for £52.00 and 1 year for £101.99.  Payments for this subscription will be charged to your iTunes account upon purchase. The subscription will auto-renew within 24 hours of the current subscription expiring.

Auto-renewing subscriptions can be managed via Account Settings allowing them to be turned off. No cancellations of the current subscription are allowed during the active subscription period. For any further information see http//subscriber.pagesuite-professional.co.uk/file/Website_Privacy_statement.doc

## Key features

- Digital newspaper delivery
- Local news and features
- Interactive touch screen experience
- Zoom function for clear reading
- Offline reading of downloaded pages
- Page navigation and selection

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 6 Month Subscriptions | $49.00 | per 6 months |
| 3 Month Subscriptions | $29.00 | per 3 months |
| 1 Week Subscription | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 Year Subscriptions | $99.00 | per year |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| The Orcadian, Issue 132 | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Orcadian, Issue 133 | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Orcadian, Issue 134 | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Orcadian, Issue 135 | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Orcadian, Issue 136 | $1.99 | one-time |
| The Orcadian, Issue 137 | $1.99 | one-time |
| 28/11/2024 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 26/12/2024 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 02/01/2025 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 12/12/2024 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 05/12/2024 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 09/01/2025 | $2.00 | one-time |
| 19/12/2024 | $2.00 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-orcadian/id603455880/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Used to work great

*2018-10-05*

App doesn't appear to of been updated to allow access via IOS12. App allows me to login but wont allow me to download anything. Disappointing considering the cost,  I did contact Archant Digital who are supposed to support this App but they said that they don't publish the Orcadian so unable to help !! Avoid this App if you are using an up to date Apple device

### 5/5 — 😀

*2013-10-22*

I just love Orkney and the orcaidian the newsstand store should put up living Orkney to!!!! :) 🌸💕💗

## Frequently asked questions about The Orcadian

### How often is The Orcadian updated?

The Orcadian is delivered digitally every Wednesday at 12 noon. The app was last updated on 2026-02-04, indicating regular maintenance and feature additions.

### What subscription options are available for The Orcadian?

Subscription plans include a 1-week single edition for $1.99, 3 months for $29.00, 6 months for $49.00, and 1 year for $99.00. These prices are for auto-renewing subscriptions.

### Can I read The Orcadian offline?

Yes, you can download and save individual pages of The Orcadian to enjoy offline reading, making it convenient for when you are on the go.

### What devices support The Orcadian app?

The Orcadian app is supported on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It requires iOS 5 and above for automatic push notifications via Newsstand.

### How do I manage my subscription to The Orcadian?

Auto-renewing subscriptions can be managed through your Account Settings, where you can turn them off. Cancellations are not permitted during the active subscription period.

### What is the age rating for The Orcadian app?

The Orcadian app has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide audience. It focuses on local news and features.

### Does The Orcadian have ads?

The provided data indicates that The Orcadian app does not have advertisements. Its monetization is solely based on subscription plans.

### What are the benefits of subscribing to The Orcadian?

Subscribing to The Orcadian provides access to the latest local stories, public debates, news, and features delivered digitally every Wednesday, with an enhanced interactive reading experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.4 — 2026-02-04

General bug fixes.

### 4.3 — 2023-11-30

General bug fixes.

### 4.2 — 2022-10-21

New Updates and General Bug Fixes

### 4.1 — 2020-09-15

Updated Description

### 4.0 — 2018-11-12

Visual and Performance Updates.

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