# UPAD for iCloud

> Digital notebook for natural handwriting, PDF editing, and document creation. (iPhone/iPad app by TaeJin Kim.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upad-for-icloud/id401643317 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [TaeJin Kim](https://appshunter.io/developer/310880581)
- Category: Productivity
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 2.30/5 from 47 App Store ratings · 325 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 36 MB
- Languages: American English, Korean
- Released: 2010-11-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-29
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upad-for-icloud/id401643317/reviews.md

## What is UPAD for iCloud?

Finally, UPAD has re-arrived! 
When downloading UPAD, your iPad becomes more of a worthy instrument.

UPAD is the best application for handwriting. Write on it, just like you would on a sheet of paper.
You can use this for a diary, planner, lecture note, conference note, letters, Calligraphy, etc.

Create documents with easier-than-ever-to-use interface and a variety of features

[The best feel of writing]
- Write fast and easy—like when you handwrite on a sheet of paper.
- When you’re listening to a lecture or at a conference, you can draw, modify, and write fast.
- You may rest your palm on the screen. It is made to recognize just the touch-pen.
- No other application allows the feeling of writing like UPAD.
- It allows the “real” feeling of handwriting.

[PDF Editing]
- Read and edit PDF files with UPAD.
- Edit PDF files with add/copy/delete functions. 
- Add handwriting, texts, pictures, etc. to PDF files.
- Manage theses, lecture notes, manuals, musical notes, etc. in PDF format effectively.

[Easier-than-ever-to-use image insertion]
- Save multiple pictures in a form of documents easily. 
- You can capture a part of a map or web page and save it to a file. 
- This provides you with special effects and frames that will enhance images. 
- You no longer need to move back and forth from one application to another. 

[Typing]
- You can enter words by using a keyboard.
- This includes various fonts, sizes, backgrounds, and alignments that are in Microsoft Word. 

[Shapes]
- You can put in callouts, rectangles, arrows, circles, etc. easily. 
- You’ll be able to draw a table easily. 

[Sharing documents]
- You’ll be able to share not only emails, but SMS such as Facebook and Tweeter through iMessage. 
- You can print out documents immediately through Air Printer. 
- You can send UPAD documents to all applications that can read images and PDF’s.

[A variety of easy templates]
- Set up schedules monthly/weekly/daily.
- This provides various templates you need when you create a document.
- You may use the image of your choice as the background.

[Safe backing-up]
- You can now back-up not only as a whole, but partially—one document at a time. 
- It’s possible to back-up and restore quickly and stably.

[Support iCloud sync]
- Thanks to iCloud sync, your all documents in UPAD will synchronize between your iPad and iPhone automatically.

We’re sorry for the delay in our updates.

We’ve worked hard since we appreciate your support.

## Key features

- Natural handwriting feel
- PDF editing and annotation
- Image and text insertion
- Keyboard typing with formatting
- Shape and table creation
- Document sharing and printing
- iCloud synchronization

## What do users think of UPAD for iCloud?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 🚀 Smooth handwriting experience
- 📝 Excellent for note-taking and annotations
- 💻 Great for presentations and lectures
- 🗂️ Useful folder and file management
- 🖼️ Ability to import and annotate images/PDFs

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and data loss
- 🔍 Unreliable search and organization features
- 🔒 Lack of cloud sync and backup options
- 🕰️ Slow performance and loading times
- 🚫 Discontinued support and unresponsive developers

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Documents randomly disappearing or becoming corrupted
- Issues with importing and exporting files
- Erratic behavior when switching between pages or folders
- Compatibility problems with newer iOS versions

**Most requested features**

- Copy, paste, and move written content
- Improved PDF annotation tools
- Seamless cloud integration (Dropbox, iCloud, etc.)
- Handwriting-to-text conversion
- Customizable templates and layouts

## Recent user reviews (10 of 325)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/upad-for-icloud/id401643317/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Otimo

*2026-06-20*

Uso ha anos, excelente. Mas poderia atualizar…

### 3/5 — Losing files

*2026-02-23*

I have been losing files daily since I tried to synch to iCloud.

### 5/5 — Excelência

*2025-11-08*

Já testei e comprei outros apps de texto. Ainda prefiro este app. Gostaria que ele tivesse a opção de colocar capa semelhante à primeira edição. Gosto e indico!

### 1/5 — What the?

*2025-04-06, version 5.07*

After years of use on my iPad the app just stopped working. I tried reinstalling - nothing. Now I can’t access my past drawings 😩

### 1/5 — Looking for alternative

*2025-03-10*

I had UPAD lite for many years and I never had a single problem. I changed iPads and it didn’t load on to the new one because it was no longer available. I bought the UPAD for iCloud. I love the capabilities but on many occasions I open the app and files are just missing. I’m at a point where I feel like I have to back up the app every single day. I need an alternative - one that can do all the things UPAD can do.

### 1/5 — Long time user - huge disappointment

*2025-02-04, version 5.07*

I have been a long time user of this app in multiple iPads.  Crashed and lost all data.  No support!

### 1/5 — Frequent Data Loss

*2025-01-18*

I do not recommend any version of UPAD. I initially downloaded UPAD Lite, that kept crashing and I lost my data. So, I paid for UPAD which the creators later renamed UPAD for iCloud. This crashes frequently as well. It no longer loads when opened. I cannot access anything. I keep checking for updates to both versions. Today I discovered a third version of the same app. The reviews are relaying that people are experiencing the same issues as the last two versions. So it seems to me that rather than fix the issues preventing users from utilizing the app, they are putting on new versions that require an additional download fee and allows them the opportunity to disassociate themselves with the negative reviews.

### 1/5 — Relief

*2024-12-21, version 5.07*

UPad was one of the first decent notebook apps on IOS. I had when it first came out and loved it. I always went back and forth between this and Noteshelf. I just bought an iPad Pro, after not having aan iPad for a while, and am looking forward to trying this out.Fingers crossed. I'll come back after I've had a chance to work with it for a while. So, I've been using this for a few days now and LOVE IT! One nice aspect is that it comes full of templates and forms, which on some other notebook type apps have to be purchased. This is now my go-to notebook app for everything other than pdf edits. Having access to Dropbox, Evernote, google drive, etc. Is a must. I hope these options get added.

### 4/5 — 동기화 무한반복

*2024-08-05*

언제부터인지 실행하면.  
로딩애니만 혼자서 계속 돌아요.  
익숙해진 필기감때문에 최애 어플인데.  
이제는 관리는 안해 주시나요?

### 1/5 — losing files

*2024-05-10, version 5.07*

very buggy

## Frequently asked questions about UPAD for iCloud

### What does UPAD for iCloud do?

UPAD for iCloud transforms your tablet into a digital notebook that mimics the feel of writing on paper. It allows you to take handwritten notes, draw, edit PDF files, insert text and images, and organize your documents.

### What are the key features of UPAD for iCloud?

Key features include a natural handwriting feel, PDF editing with annotation capabilities, easy image and text insertion, shape and table creation, document sharing via various platforms, and iCloud synchronization for seamless access across devices.

### How much does UPAD for iCloud cost?

The application is a paid app, meaning you purchase it once to unlock all its features. There are no ongoing subscription fees or in-app purchases mentioned.

### What devices is UPAD for iCloud compatible with?

The app is designed for iPads and also supports iCloud sync with iPhones, allowing you to access your documents across both devices. It is optimized for touch-pen input.

### What are common use cases for UPAD for iCloud?

Common use cases include taking lecture or conference notes, journaling, planning schedules, editing theses or manuals, annotating PDFs, and creating documents with a personal touch. It's also useful for calligraphy and drawing.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.07 — 2020-04-22

- Bug Fixed

### 5.06 — 2020-04-21

- Bug Fixed

### 4.53 — 2019-11-08

- Enable fullScreen in viewer-mode
- Enhanced iCloud sync features
- Bug Fixed and performance improvements
- Support Face ID Unlock

### 4.51 — 2019-11-07

- Enhanced iCloud sync features
- Bug Fixed and performance improvements

### 4.50 — 2019-11-06

- Enable fullScreen in viewer-mode
- Enhanced iCloud sync features
- Bug Fixed

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