Multiple capture paths
Bring documents in by scanning with the camera, importing from Photos or Files, or sharing from Mail. Multi-page support handles both single pages and longer documents.
Afterpage
Afterpage is a document organizer for iPhone and iPad to scan, import, search, and file paperwork with on-device text recognition and smart suggestions.
Organize and search documents on iPhone and iPad
Afterpage is a document organizer for iPhone and iPad that focuses on making archived files easier to sort and retrieve. It combines capture, OCR search, and filing tools with an inbox-style workflow for documents you want to process later.
The app is built around Smart Organization, which learns how you categorize documents and suggests tags, document types, and contacts as you work. The site says it uses on-device processing, stores documents in iCloud Drive or locally, and requires no account to start.
Built for document capture, search, and filing
Inbox-based organizing
Use a quick Inbox workflow to scan now and sort later. Add tags, assign document types, and link contacts when you have time to file them properly.
Full-text search and filters
Search the text inside documents with on-device OCR powered by Apple Vision. You can also filter by tags, document types, and contacts.
Searchable PDF export
Export searchable PDFs with embedded text so files stay searchable when you share them by AirDrop, email, or Files.
iCloud sync with local option
Store documents in iCloud Drive and sync them across iPhone and iPad. The site also says you can choose local storage during setup.
Pattern-based suggestions
Let Smart Organization suggest tags, document types, and contacts based on your filing patterns, with improvements over time.
Common ways people use Afterpage
Personal records management
Scan receipts, warranties, and bills into an inbox, then sort them into tags and document types when you have time.
Contract and document lookup
Keep contracts and other reference files searchable so you can find a clause or name by text instead of browsing folders.
Tax and admin paperwork
Import tax forms and supporting paperwork from Photos, Files, or Mail, then export searchable PDFs when you need to share them.
Cross-device access
Capture documents on one device and review them on another through iCloud sync across iPhone and iPad.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Supports scanning, importing, and multi-page documents in one workflow.
- Searches the text inside documents with on-device OCR.
- Offers a free tier with 20 archived documents and full search.
- Syncs across iPhone and iPad through iCloud.
- Works without requiring an account to get started.
Cons
- The pricing page returns a 404, so pricing and plan details are limited to the home page copy.
- The site provides only light detail about integrations beyond Photos, Files, Mail, AirDrop, and iCloud.
FAQ
Can I try Afterpage before upgrading?
Yes. The free tier includes 20 archived documents, scanning, on-device text recognition, and full search. You can upgrade to Plus when you need unlimited documents and Smart Organization.
Where are my documents stored?
Afterpage stores documents in your iCloud Drive or locally on your device, depending on the setup choice you make. Processing happens on-device using Apple’s Vision framework.
Does Afterpage work on iPad?
Yes. The app is described as syncing across iPhone and iPad through iCloud.
How does Smart Organization learn?
Afterpage uses on-device AI to learn how you file documents. As you organize more items, it suggests tags, document types, and contacts based on your patterns.
How do I contact support?
The site says you can email [email protected] for additional questions.
Quick Facts
- Category
- Productivity
- Platform
- iPhone and iPad
- Primary function
- Document organization and search
- Storage
- iCloud Drive or local device storage
- Search
- On-device text recognition / OCR
- Website
- afterpage.app
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