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AuroraWatch: Aurora Alerts

by GILBY SHEPHERD

iPhone · iPad

Active Last checked 7 Aug 2026

Quick verdict

What it is
Store information collected; independent summary not yet available.
At a glance
  • From $4.99/mo
  • Free to download
  • In-app purchases

Categories and search queries

Official categories

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Key functions

Function Availability Access Scope Evidence
Free app Yes Free Store published
In-app purchases Yes Limited free Store published

Screens

App Store

16 store screenshots

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Pricing & paywalls

App Store

  • Pro Monthly — $2.99/week
  • Pro Monthly — $4.99/month
  • Pro Monthly — $29.99/year ($2.49/mo)

Ratings & reviews

App Store

5.0 1 ratings · App Store

No store reviews collected for App Store · US

Privacy & accessibility

App Store

Privacy

  • Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Contact Info — Email Address Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Identifiers — User ID Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — App Functionality — Location — Precise Location Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — Contact Info Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — Identifiers Developer declared
  • Data Not Linked to You — Location Developer declared

Accessibility

  • Dark Interface — SUPPORTED Store published
  • Differentiate Without Color Alone — SUPPORTED Store published
  • Larger Text — SUPPORTED Store published
  • Reduced Motion — SUPPORTED Store published
  • Sufficient Contrast — SUPPORTED Store published
  • Voice Control — SUPPORTED Store published
  • VoiceOver — SUPPORTED Store published

Versions

App Store

  • 1.0
  • 1.1.0

    Major UI overhaul for a smoother experience Google & Apple sign-in support Improved AI aurora summaries New notification options for aurora and KP index alerts Bug fixes and performance improvements Small tweaks and stability enhancements

  • 1.3

    • Fixed AI summary issues • Added Feed tab for alerts & updates • Improved notification system • UI Improvements Thanks for 200+ downloads!

  • 1.4

    • Fixed AI summaries for more accurate nightly forecasts • New UI elements and visual improvements • Upgraded weather system with better local accuracy • Feed tab now includes tips, guides, and looks better • Solar Wind data improvements • New Solar Activity tab • Notification fixes and reliability updates • Faster performance and bug fixes • And more! Thank you for 600+ downloads, Huge milestone!

  • 2.0

    AuroraWatch 2.0 - Major Update We've completely rebuilt AuroraWatch with a new global system for improved performance and reliability. This update brings enhanced features and a better overall experience. IMPORTANT: Due to this infrastructure update, you'll need to sign in again on first launch. You can use the same Apple or Google account - a migration notice will guide you through this one-time process. What's improved: New global infrastructure for better performance Enhanced aurora forecast maps Improved notification system Refined user interface Better community features Thank you for using AuroraWatch!

  • 2.4.1

    Thank you for supporting AuroraWatch—we’re hard at work on what’s next, with plenty more on the way. • AuroraWatch Pro: subscriptions, extra themes, widgets & Live Activity (Pro) • Updated privacy info; Terms & Privacy linked from subscription flow • Solar: WeatherKit daylight graph, sunrise/sunset, moon phase, expanded “About” • Customizable Home dashboard layout • Forecast share card • Learn guide improvements • Map UI polish & accessibility fixes • Smoother loading screen & assorted fixes Thanks again—we’re grateful for the community, and there’s lots more to come.

  • 2.8

    • Added new AuroraWatch widgets, including Lock Screen support. • Added Siri Shortcuts for quick “Aurora now” and “Aurora tonight” checks. • Added Saved Locations on Home (with Free and Pro limits). • Improved share snapshots with iMessage-friendly links and a live preview page. • Improved widget and Lock Screen refresh timing. • Polished sign-in, onboarding, and overall reliability.

  • 3.0

    What's new in this release: Global Optimization: Updated metadata and localization to improve detection for global aurora hunters. Stability Improvements: Fixed bugs related to loading solar images and live functionality changes. Performance: Optimized built-in SwiftUI code for increased efficiency on the latest iOS hardware. Thanks for your support as we continue to grow Aurora Watch!

  • 3.5 · 19 Jun 2026

    • Pro AI context (Beta) — short, location-aware summaries on KP Index and Solar Wind screens • Aurora Learn — guides on Home and in Settings • Developer Updates — news and tips from the megaphone on Home • Offline dashboard — last-known KP, weather, and solar wind when you’re off the grid • Pro offline aurora cache — save recent data for no-signal viewing • Map cloud layer — global cloud cover on the aurora map • Expanded Solar tab — space weather tools and Pro solar wind history • Widgets & reliability — smoother Live Activity and widget updates • Performance & polish — faster loading, stabler maps, and Settings improvements

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