# Time Portal: Then & Now — Historic Photos on a Map

> Historical photo explorer comparing past and present locations globally. (iPhone/iPad app by Pavel Ilin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-portal-then-and-now/id1101646259 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pavel Ilin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1081786723)
- Category: Education, Reference
- Price: Free with in-app purchases (on sale, was $7.99)
- Rating: 4.59/5 from 109 App Store ratings · 29 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 26.0 · 79 MB
- Languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Chinese, Spanish, Chinese and 3 more
- Released: 2016-06-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-portal-then-and-now/id1101646259/reviews.md

## What is Time Portal?

Explore the world through historical photos pinned on a map.
Discover old pictures, compare past and present, and uncover the history of places around you.

Time Portal is your personal time machine with over 2,100,000 historical photos from across the globe. Discover how the world looked in the past — from 1825 to today — through authentic vintage images of cities, streets, and landmarks.

SEE HOW PLACES HAVE CHANGED – FROM THEN TO NOW

• Search by location – Enter any city, street, or address and uncover rare old photos of that exact spot.
• Filter by year – Explore specific time periods like the Victorian era, WWII, or the 1960s.
• Compare past and present – Use your camera to capture a modern photo and view it side-by-side with historical images.
• Explore rare archival content – Access authentic street view history from global archives, libraries, and collections.
• Discover hidden stories – From New York and Paris to small towns and villages, find unique historical perspectives from anywhere in the world.

PERFECT FOR:
• History lovers and researchers
• Travelers and explorers
• Photographers and creatives
• Educators and students
• Anyone curious about the past

Time Portal is the easiest way to search old photos by location, see what your street looked like decades ago, and compare then and now — all in one beautiful app.

Download Time Portal and rediscover the world through historical photography.


Terms of use:
https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/time-portal-b25fb.appspot.com/o/EULA.pdf?alt=media&token=6ed4e497-66b9-4376-8c44-cfed9c76e2fd

Privacy Policy:
https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/time-portal-b25fb.appspot.com/o/PrivacyPolicy.pdf?alt=media&token=741f6450-4c65-466a-ab15-178576e6a295

## Key features

- Map-based historical photo exploration
- Location-based search for old photos
- Filter historical images by year
- Side-by-side past and present comparison
- Access to global archival content
- Discover hidden historical stories

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 month premium subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 year subscription | $9.99 | per year |
| 1 week premium subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 week premium subscription | $6.99 | per 7 days |
| 1 month premium subscription | $0.99 | per month |
| 1 month premium subscription | $3.99 | per month |
| Premium 1 year subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| 1 week premium subscription | $0.99 | per 7 days |
| Premium 1 year subscription | $39.99 | per year |
| 3  month premium subscription | $11.99 | per 3 months |

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lifetime Premium | $69.99 | one-time |
| Lifetime Premium | $19.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 29)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-portal-then-and-now/id1101646259/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Как обычно

*2026-05-11*

В начале бесплатная, теперь всё только платно. Очередное днище.

### 5/5 — Отлично 👍

*2026-02-20*

Сперва поставил три звезды — не хватало сортировки по времени фотографий. Но она есть, просто не так очевидно сделан ползунок справа внизу.

**Developer response:** Большое спасибо за ваш отзыв!
Подумаем, как лучше сделать ползунок 👌

С уважением,
Павел

### 1/5 — Мдээ, лохотрон

*2026-01-22*

За просмотр некоторых фото требует оплатить какую-то подписку. Лучше уж тогда установить бесплатное приложение PastVu, собственно откуда сама карта с фото и взята

### 1/5 — Time Portal

*2026-01-20*

Приложение тут же закрывается. Переустанавливал. То же самое.

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Кажется, мы исправили проблему - пожалуйста, обновите приложение до версии 3.6.24 и дайте нам знать, если проблема решена. Спасибо!

С уважением,
Павел

### 5/5 — Возможность сменить значок ‘25

*2025-12-12*

Всё заработало хорошо. Очень рад за это отличное приложение. 

И хорошо, что в ответе на чей-то недавний отзыв рассказали, как можно сменить значок. С удовольствием вернул старый. 

Новый значок и правда ни о чём не говорит и сбивает с толку.

**Developer response:** Напишите пожалуйста нам на почту earthquakedev@icloud.com чтобы мы могли более точно отследить проблему 

Спасибо!

### 1/5 — платная программа для бесплатных фото

*2025-10-23*

Показывает фото с ресурса pastvu.com. В описании приложения при этом сам ресурс никак не упомянут.
Pastvu бесплатен и наполняется добровольно участниками. Есть аналогичные приложения дающие полный бесплатный доступ к фото pastvu.com. Здесь - на каждом шагу подписку просят.

### 5/5 — Как?

*2025-10-01*

Деньги сняли а доступа нет . Что делать?

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Попробуйте нажать кнопку «восстановить покупки» на экране покупки

### 5/5 — Одно из самых полезных приложений

*2025-09-24*

Пользуюсь много лет, очень рад, что автор продолжает поддерживать приложение. Но я расстроен тем, что пропала возможность установить виджет. Это же так классно, когда находишься в незнакомом месте и видишь на виджете это место сквозь века..

### 1/5 — Жадность фраера сгубила.

*2025-09-21*

Даже в крупнейших городах Европы по десятку снимков. За такие деньги на eBay можно целые альбомы купить. Начали хорошо и так опозориться! ((((

**Developer response:** Измените настройки годов снизу экрана - вероятнее всего в крупнейших городах Европы обнаружите сотни и тысячи снимков. И да, сейчас идет большая распродажа, посмотрите цены 😉

### 1/5 — Не работает

*2025-06-11*

Приложение открывается, но карта и фото не отображаются. Логотип уродский.

**Developer response:** Здравствуйте! Спасибо за ваш отзыв!
Обновитесь пожалуйста до версии 3.5.12 - должно починиться. 
Иконку, к слову, можно поменять зажав иконку приложения на рабочем столе

С уважением, 
Павел

## Frequently asked questions about Time Portal

### What is Time Portal?

Time Portal is an app that allows you to explore historical photos pinned on a map. You can discover old pictures, compare past and present views of locations, and uncover the history of places around you.

### How can I search for historical photos in Time Portal?

You can search by location by entering any city, street, or address to find rare old photos of that exact spot. You can also filter by specific time periods, such as the Victorian era or the 1960s.

### Can I compare current photos with historical ones in Time Portal?

Yes, Time Portal allows you to compare past and present views. You can use your device's camera to capture a modern photo and then view it side-by-side with historical images of the same location.

### What kind of historical content does Time Portal offer?

Time Portal provides access to over 1,000,000 historical photos from across the globe, including authentic street view history from global archives, libraries, and collections. It covers periods from 1825 to the present day.

### Is Time Portal free to use?

Time Portal is free to download and use. It offers optional premium subscriptions for enhanced features, with plans starting at $0.99 per week or $0.99 per month.

### What are the subscription options for Time Portal?

Time Portal offers several premium subscription plans. These include a 1-week subscription for $0.99, a 1-month subscription for $0.99, and another 1-month subscription for $3.99. There is also a 1-week subscription for $6.99.

### What devices is Time Portal compatible with?

Time Portal is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for users who want to explore history and see how places have changed over time.

### How often is Time Portal updated?

The latest version of Time Portal is 3.6.30, which was last updated on March 30, 2026. This indicates a commitment to regular updates and improvements for the app.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.0.2 — 2026-08-20

Polish and fixes after the 4.0 redesign.

▸ Photos now open at the archive's full resolution
▸ Smoother, faster swiping — even where the map is crowded
▸ Map pins keep up with panning, zooming and the year scale
▸ A shared link opens the photo itself, not the map
▸ Subtle haptic feedback throughout
▸ iPad fixes for the keyboard and zoom controls

Thanks for all your feedback — keep it coming!

### 4.0.1 — 2026-08-12

Polish and fixes after the 4.0 redesign.

▸ Photos now open at the archive's full resolution
▸ Smoother, faster swiping — even where the map is crowded
▸ Map pins keep up with panning, zooming and the year scale
▸ A shared link opens the photo itself, not the map
▸ Subtle haptic feedback throughout
▸ iPad fixes for the keyboard and zoom controls

Thanks for all your feedback — keep it coming!

### 4.0.0 — 2026-08-09

Time Portal 4.0 — a whole new look.

We rebuilt the interface from the ground up:

▸ Cleaner, calmer design that puts the photos first
▸ Simpler navigation — fewer taps to reach the past
▸ Redesigned map and photo viewer

Everything you loved is still here, just easier to use.

Thanks for all your feedback — keep it coming!

### 3.6.37 — 2026-07-20

We fixed a few bugs and made some minor improvements — nothing major, but the app runs a bit smoother now.

### 3.6.36 — 2026-06-11

We fixed a few bugs and made some minor improvements — nothing major, but the app runs a bit smoother now.

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