# The San Francisco Chronicle — San Francisco + Bay Area News

> San Francisco Bay Area news, sports, food, and e-edition. (iPhone/iPad app by Hearst Newspapers.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-san-francisco-chronicle/id423260205 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Hearst Newspapers](https://appshunter.io/developer/397018366)
- Category: News, Magazines & Newspapers
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.50/5 from 30,817 App Store ratings · 231 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 103 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2011-05-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-28
- Monetization: subscription
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-san-francisco-chronicle/id423260205/reviews.md

## What is The San Francisco Chronicle?

Know more about San Francisco and the Bay Area with the San Francisco Chronicle app. Stay informed with trusted journalism wherever you are.  

- Get San Francisco news alerts and notifications, customized by preferred topics 
- Catch college sports and Giants, 49ers and Warriors coverage  
- Explore food coverage: reviews, local spots, Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants
- Stay on top of Bay Area news, California politics, business, food and development stories
- Page through the e-Edition, a digital replica of the newspaper
- Stay sharp with Puzzmo’s reimagined favorites and brand-new puzzles
- Listen to Chronicle stories with Everlit, a text-to-audio tool 
- Check out exclusive guides and compelling columns and commentary

SUBSCRIPTION DETAILS:
Subscribe for unlimited digital access to the app, SFChronicle.com, e-Edition and newsletters. Get 1 month free, then $14.99 per month. Cancel anytime. 

Current digital and print subscribers have unlimited access to the app. 

- Digital subscribers: Sign in to the app to access your benefit. 
- Print subscribers: If you haven’t activated your digital access yet, look for “Activate Access” at the bottom of the app welcome screen. 

PAYMENT: Payment will be charged to your iTunes account with the confirmation of your purchase and will automatically renew each month unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of your monthly period.

Subscriptions may be managed by the user and auto-renewal may be turned off by going to the user's Account Settings after purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial period, if offered, will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription to that publication, where applicable.

PRIVACY POLICY: https://www.SFChronicle.com/privacy_policy/
TERMS OF SERVICE: https://www.SFChronicle.com/terms_of_use/

FEEDBACK: We want to hear from you! Let us know if you have questions or suggestions: appsupport@sfchronicle.com.

## Key features

- Customizable news alerts
- Local sports coverage
- Food reviews and guides
- Bay Area news and politics
- Digital e-edition replica
- Interactive puzzles
- Text-to-audio stories

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| San Francisco Chronicle for iPad | $59.99 | per year |
| SF Chronicle Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| San Francisco Chronicle for iPad | $14.99 | per month |
| San Francisco Chronicle | $14.99 | per month |
| San Francisco Chronicle | $14.99 | per month |


## Chart rankings

- #182 in Top Free · News (US App Store)
- #91 in Top Free · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)
- #29 in Top Grossing · News (US App Store)
- #21 in Top Grossing · Magazines & Newspapers (US App Store)

## What do users think of The San Francisco Chronicle?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🌟 Great local news coverage
- 📰 Reliable and trustworthy reporting
- 🤓 Informative and interesting content
- 🗞️ Convenient digital format

**Cons**

- 🐛 Buggy and glitchy app experience
- 🤯 Frustrating navigation and UI
- 🕰️ Slow loading times and content refreshes
- 🔒 Subscription and account management issues
- 📉 Declining quality and substance of reporting

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Articles not loading properly
- Losing place in articles when switching apps
- Inconsistent behavior when opening from notifications
- Subscription status not syncing correctly

**Most requested features**

- Search function
- Bookmarking/saving articles
- Improved offline reading mode
- Customizable layout and section ordering
- Better integration between app and website

## Recent user reviews (10 of 231)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/the-san-francisco-chronicle/id423260205/reviews.md

### 2/5 — “Blue pill” ads for sexual dysfunction

*2026-08-13, version 202606.47*

So many penis pill ads. Incessant. Make it stop. Inappropriate.

### 5/5 — Essentially Bay Area

*2026-07-31, version 202606.47*

As a former So Cal beach brat, I now identify as a Bay Area senior citizen, and give thanks for both.  The best California has to offer born in Pasadena, living in Alamo. I fly the Pride flag 24, 7 and the Stars and Stripes from morning to sunset.

Steve Mason

### 3/5 — Many distractions

*2026-06-28, version 202606.47*

Content of local news is good. Too many popups makes it difficult to read. But you can use the replica edition for a more focused reading experience.

### 2/5 — Frustrating

*2026-06-27, version 202606.47*

It’s always something with this app. You barely touch the screen and the page increases in size so you can’t read it.

### 1/5 — Stop!

*2026-06-22, version 202605.26*

Pls stop the incessant request to review!!!

### 5/5 — Love the Chronicle

*2026-06-21, version 202605.26*

I’ve been reading the Chronicle since I was a kid. I miss Dick, Tracy, Donte, and Gordo. I especially love the coverage of our local sports teams.

### 1/5 — Forces subscribers to login via web for some articles

*2026-06-20, version 202605.26*

Not a good app experience because as a paying subscriber I am navigated to the browser for some articles and have to log in each time.

### 1/5 — Pay Wall, always

*2026-06-19, version 202605.26*

I subscribe. A few years ago I canceled and resubscribed. Since then I’m blocked if I’m in the app. I called and spoke to tech support. They told me they aren’t showing an account for me. Really frustrating.

### 1/5 — Can’t log in

*2026-06-18, version 202605.26*

I have a subscription but can’t use app. Customer support can’t help.

### 5/5 — Liberal Bias

*2026-06-17, version 202605.26*

The optional content gets a bit ridiculous. Maybe express opinions from both sides of the big topics.

## Frequently asked questions about The San Francisco Chronicle

### What kind of news does the San Francisco Chronicle app cover?

The app provides comprehensive coverage of San Francisco and the Bay Area. This includes local news, California politics, business, development stories, and in-depth reporting on college sports and major local teams like the Giants, 49ers, and Warriors. It also features extensive food coverage, including reviews and a list of the Top 100 Bay Area Restaurants.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include customizable news alerts based on preferred topics, dedicated coverage of local sports teams, detailed food reviews and local spot recommendations, and in-depth reporting on Bay Area news and politics. Users can also access the e-Edition, a digital replica of the newspaper, enjoy puzzles, listen to stories with a text-to-audio tool, and read exclusive guides and commentary.

### How much does the San Francisco Chronicle app cost?

The app offers a subscription for unlimited digital access. New users can get one month free, after which the subscription costs $14.99 per month. This subscription includes access to the app, SFChronicle.com, the e-Edition, and newsletters. Current digital and print subscribers can access the app by signing in or activating their digital access.

### What devices is the San Francisco Chronicle app compatible with?

The app is designed for mobile devices. Payment for subscriptions is handled through your iTunes account, and auto-renewal can be managed in your Account Settings. The app is available for users who have purchased a subscription, with specific instructions for existing digital and print subscribers to gain access.

### Can I read the newspaper digitally through the app?

Yes, the app provides access to the e-Edition, which is a digital replica of the physical newspaper. This allows subscribers to read the newspaper in its original format on their mobile devices. It is included as part of the unlimited digital access offered with the subscription.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 202608.33 — 2026-08-20

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 202606.47 — 2026-06-24

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 202605.26 — 2026-06-01

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 202603.8 — 2026-03-17

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

### 202602.35 — 2026-02-20

Bug fixes and performance improvements.

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