FISHINGPALPRO

Frequently Asked Questions

Version 1.0 | Last Updated: June 2026

GETTING STARTED

FishingPalPro is an iOS fishing companion app that helps you fish smarter. It combines solunar predictions, lunar phase data, and real-time weather to show you the best times to fish — then lets you log every catch with GPS location, species details, and photos. A Premium subscription (FishingPalPro+) unlocks extended forecasts, unlimited logging, and more.

FishingPalPro is compatible with iPhone running iOS 17.0 or later. The app is optimized for all iPhone screen sizes and supports both Light and Dark mode. An iPad-compatible version is in development.

Yes — FishingPalPro is free to download and includes core features at no cost, including daily fishing predictions, basic weather data, and up to 10 catch log entries. FishingPalPro+ Premium unlocks extended forecasts, unlimited logging, photo attachments, data exports, and more. A free 7-day trial is available.

An account is not required to use the free tier. Creating an account allows you to back up your catch log data, sync across devices in future app versions, and manage your Premium subscription. You can sign up with Apple ID, email, or social login.

Core features — including your saved catch log and previously loaded fishing predictions — are available offline. Real-time weather data and updated solunar forecasts require an internet connection. We recommend refreshing the app before heading out.

Tip: Turn on Background App Refresh in iOS Settings to ensure predictions are up to date when you open the app on the water.

FISHING PREDICTIONS

Our predictions are based on solunar theory — a method pioneered by naturalist John Alden Knight in the 1920s and popularized by the Farmers' Almanac. The algorithm factors in:

• Lunar phase (new moon, full moon, quarters)

• Sun and moon rise/set times for your location

• Solunar major and minor feeding periods

• Barometric pressure trends from real-time weather data

• Seasonal adjustments based on time of year

Together these factors produce a daily bite-rating score and identify the top feeding windows for your area.

Major periods occur when the moon is directly overhead or directly underfoot (opposite side of Earth). They typically last 1.5 to 2 hours and represent the strongest feeding windows. Minor periods occur when the moon rises or sets and last approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour. Both are significant, but Major periods generally produce the most active fish feeding.

The free tier shows today's predictions and a 3-day outlook. FishingPalPro+ Premium extends this to a 14-day forecast with hourly bite-rating charts, letting you plan trips well in advance.

Yes. Solunar theory applies to both fresh and saltwater fish species. Tidal movements in saltwater environments are themselves driven by the same lunar forces, so the predictions are equally relevant for inshore, offshore, and coastal fishing. Note that tide charts specific to your marina or inlet are best sourced from NOAA or local tide tables.

Solunar predictions indicate increased fish feeding activity — not a guarantee of a catch. Many other factors affect fishing success:

• Water clarity and temperature

• Depth and structure (where fish are holding)

• Bait/lure selection and presentation

• Current and wind conditions

• Local fishing pressure

Use the predictions as one tool in your toolkit, not as a promise. Consistent anglers track their catches against prediction scores to learn how fish behave in their specific waters.

Tip: Log every outing in the catch log — even slow trips. Over time, your personal data reveals patterns specific to your local fishery that no algorithm can know.

WEATHER

FishingPalPro sources weather data from reputable third-party meteorological data providers. Data is refreshed at regular intervals to ensure accuracy. The app displays conditions most relevant to anglers: temperature, wind speed and direction, barometric pressure, humidity, cloud cover, and chance of precipitation.

Barometric pressure (atmospheric pressure) significantly affects fish behavior. In general:

• Rising pressure — fish often become more active and move shallower

• High stable pressure — good fishing; fish are comfortable and feeding

• Falling pressure — fish may feed aggressively just before a storm front

• Low stable pressure — fish tend to be less active and go deeper

FishingPalPro factors pressure trends into the bite-rating score to reflect these behavioral patterns.

Weather data is sourced from the nearest available weather station and may be several miles from your exact location. Localized conditions — such as a storm cell over a specific lake — can differ from regional data. Always use the app's weather as a planning guide, not a substitute for local observation or official weather services for safety decisions.

CATCH LOG & GPS

Tap the + button on the Catch Log tab to open a new catch entry. You can record:

• Species

• Weight and length

• Bait or lure used

• Time and date (auto-filled)

• GPS location (auto-filled if location permission is granted)

• Notes and photo (Premium)

Tap Save to store the entry. It will appear on your catch map as a pin.

Tip: For hands-free logging on the water, use the Siri Shortcut — see Section 5.

If the GPS coordinates aren't filling in, try these steps:

• Ensure FishingPalPro has 'While Using the App' location permission: go to iPhone Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services > FishingPalPro and select 'While Using'

• Make sure Location Services are enabled globally: iPhone Settings > Privacy & Security > Location Services (toggle on)

• If you're indoors, GPS accuracy may be reduced. Move outside or near a window

• Wait a few seconds after opening the log entry form — the app may still be acquiring your GPS fix

• Restart the app if the loading indicator continues spinning without resolving

If the problem persists after these steps, please contact support@fishingpalpro.com with your iPhone model and iOS version.

The free tier supports up to 10 catch entries. FishingPalPro+ Premium provides unlimited catch log storage. Premium users can also attach photos to each entry and export their full catch history as a CSV or PDF report.

Yes. Swipe left on any catch entry in the log list to reveal Edit and Delete options. You can also tap on a map pin to open the entry and edit it directly.

Catch data is stored locally on your device and is included in iCloud Backup if you have iCloud Backup enabled in your iPhone settings. We recommend enabling iCloud Backup to protect your fishing history. Cloud sync across multiple devices is a planned feature for a future update.

SIRI & VOICE

FishingPalPro includes a Siri Shortcut for hands-free catch logging. To set it up:

• Open FishingPalPro and go to Settings > Siri Shortcuts

• Tap 'Add to Siri' next to 'Log a Catch'

• Record a custom phrase or use the default

• Tap Done

Once set up, say 'Hey Siri, [your phrase]' to open a quick catch entry form. Your GPS location will be captured automatically.

Tip: Set up the Siri Shortcut at home before your next trip so it's ready when your hands are full on the water.

If Siri isn't triggering the FishingPalPro shortcut, check the following:

• Hey Siri is enabled: iPhone Settings > Siri & Search > Listen for 'Hey Siri'

• The shortcut is active in the Shortcuts app: open Shortcuts, find the FishingPalPro shortcut, and confirm it's enabled

• FishingPalPro has Siri permission: iPhone Settings > Siri & Search > FishingPalPro (toggle 'Use with Siri' on)

• Try re-recording your Siri phrase(s) in a quiet environment. Siri has to be trained to listen to your voice; say phrases repeatedly.

The current Siri Shortcut opens a quick-entry form pre-filled with your current GPS location and timestamp. You can then fill in species, weight, and other details manually. Full voice-dictated entry with species and weight recognition is a Premium feature active with purchase.

CALENDAR

The Fishing Calendar shows your upcoming peak solunar windows color-coded by bite rating. You can tap any day to see its Major and Minor feeding periods. With calendar permission granted, you can save fishing trip reminders directly to your iOS Calendar — so your best fishing windows appear alongside your other appointments.

On the Calendar tab, tap a day with a high-rated window, then tap 'Add to Calendar' next to the time slot you want. The app will create a calendar event with the prediction details. Calendar access must be granted the first time you use this feature.

SUBSCRIPTIONS & BILLING

FishingPalPro+ Premium unlocks:

• 14-day extended solunar forecast (vs. 3-day free)

• Hourly bite-rating charts for precise daily planning

• Unlimited catch log entries (vs. 10 free)

• Photo attachments on catch entries

• Export catch history as CSV or PDF

• Priority customer support

• Early access to new features

Subscription pricing is displayed in the App Store and within the app at the time of purchase. Both monthly and annual plans are available. The annual plan offers a significant discount compared to paying monthly.

Yes — new subscribers can try FishingPalPro+ free for 7 days. Payment begins only after the trial period ends. You can cancel at any time during the trial without being charged. Only one free trial is available per Apple ID.

Subscriptions are managed through Apple, not through FishingPalPro directly. To cancel:

• Open iPhone Settings and tap your name at the top

• Tap Subscriptions

• Find FishingPalPro+ and tap Cancel Subscription

Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You retain Premium access until that date.

First, try restoring purchases: in the app, go to Settings > Restore Purchases. If the issue persists, contact us at support@fishingpalpro.com with your Apple ID email and the date of purchase. For refund requests, Apple handles all billing — visit reportaproblem.apple.com.

Yes. FishingPalPro+ is tied to your Apple ID. To access Premium features on another device, download FishingPalPro, sign in with the same Apple ID, and tap Restore Purchases in Settings.

PRIVACY & DATA

FishingPalPro collects only what is needed to deliver its features:

• Location data: used for fishing predictions and GPS tagging catch entries. Collected 'While Using the App' only — not in the background.

• Catch log data: stored locally on your device. Not shared with third parties.

• Usage analytics and crash reports: anonymous data used to improve app performance.

• Account information (if you create an account): email and display name.

We do not sell your personal data to third parties. See our full Privacy Policy at fishingpalpro.com/privacy.

Yes. You can delete individual catch entries from within the app. To delete your entire account and all associated data, go to Settings > Account > Delete Account, or email a deletion request to privacy@fishingpalpro.com. We will process deletion requests within 30 days.

No. Your catch log and GPS pins are private to your account. FishingPalPro does not have a social feed or public catch-sharing feature. Your fishing spots stay yours.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Try these steps in order:

• Force-close the app: swipe up from the bottom of the screen, find FishingPalPro, and swipe up to close it. Relaunch.

• Restart your iPhone: hold the side button and a volume button, then slide to power off.

• Check for app updates: open the App Store, go to your profile, and check for pending updates.

• Free up device storage: the app needs at least 500 MB of free space to operate smoothly.

• Reinstall the app: delete FishingPalPro and reinstall from the App Store. Your iCloud-backed data will be restored.

If crashes continue, please email support@fishingpalpro.com with your iPhone model, iOS version, and a description of when the crash occurs.

If tapping the upgrade button doesn't respond correctly, try the following:

• Ensure you're connected to the internet — the App Store requires an active connection to process purchases

• Check that your Apple ID payment method is valid in iPhone Settings > [Your Name] > Payment & Shipping

• Force-close the app and reopen it, then try again

• Restart your device

If the button registers a tap in the wrong location on screen, please report it to support@fishingpalpro.com with your iPhone model so we can investigate the layout on that screen size.

This is almost always a connectivity issue. Check that:

• Your iPhone has an active Wi-Fi or cellular connection

• Airplane mode is off

• FishingPalPro has network access: iPhone Settings > FishingPalPro > ensure 'Mobile Data' is on

If you're on a strong connection and data still isn't loading, the weather data provider may be experiencing a temporary outage. Try again in a few minutes. If the problem persists, contact support.

If UI elements appear cut off or overlapping on the Settings screen (including the Premium upgrade section), this may be a display scaling issue on your device. Try:

• Go to iPhone Settings > Display & Brightness > Display Zoom and set it to 'Default'

• Check that Text Size is set to the default in iPhone Settings > Display & Brightness > Text Size

• Force-close and reopen the app

If the issue persists on your specific device, please email support@fishingpalpro.com with a screenshot and your iPhone model.

CONTACT & SUPPORT

We're here to help. Reach us through any of the following channels:

General Support & Bug Reports:

support@fishingpalpro.com

Privacy & Data Requests:

privacy@fishingpalpro.com

Website & Support Portal:

www.fishingpalpro.com/support

We appreciate every review — it helps other anglers discover the app and helps us improve. To leave a review:

• Open the App Store and search for FishingPalPro

• Scroll down to Ratings & Reviews

• Tap 'Write a Review'

You can also rate the app directly from within FishingPalPro: go to Settings > Rate FishingPalPro.

We love hearing from anglers! Send your feature requests and ideas to support@fishingpalpro.com with the subject line 'Feature Request'. We read every message and use your feedback to shape future updates.

Can't find your answer? Email us at support@fishingpalpro.com — we typically respond within 1 business day.