Frequently Asked Questions
How do I stamp my photos?
Select your desired photos by tapping the circle in the corner of each photo's thumbnail, then tap the Stamp Photos button.
Is there a faster way to select multiple photos?
There is! You can swipe across the photos to select them. Or you can use the Select Range option to select the first photo, then select the last photo, and all photos in-between will be selected. There’s also a Select All option that will select all photos in your current album.
Can new photos be stamped automatically?
Photos taken using the camera within the DateStamper app will be saved with a stamp. Photos taken with the Camera app cannot be automatically edited by third-party apps.
How do I stamp a photo in the Photos app?
Tap Edit when viewing the photo, tap the more plug-ins button, then choose DateStamper to see a preview of the photo with the stamp applied, then tap Done.
Can I stamp Live Photos?
Yes, the stamp will be applied to the still photo, deferring to the live photo when played.
Can I stamp videos?
No, not at this time.
If I stamp my photos will they be changed permanently?
Nope! At any time in the future you may change the stamp or remove it entirely.
How do I remove a date stamp?
When viewing the photo, tap the revert button. You can also revert in the Photos app by tapping Edit then Revert. Note this will remove all edits applied to the photo.
Is there a way to revert multiple photos simultaneously?
There is not, however, if you use iCloud Photos the Photos app on macOS can revert all of your selected photos at the same time.
Do I have to revert a photo before I can apply different style customizations?
No, if you stamp a photo that has already been stamped, it will replace the previous stamp with a new one.
How do I include time in the date stamp?
Time can be enabled in the Styles tab under Date & Time > Format. Time customization options are also available for the Custom and Fixed formats.
Can I use the same date for multiple photos?
Yes. In the Styles tab under Date & Time > Source there are various options including current date or a custom date.
Can I change the date a photo was taken?
Yes. When viewing the photo full-screen in the DateStamper app, tap the calendar button, select the desired date, then tap Done. Now when you stamp the photo it will use that new date.
If I've already stamped a photo and now want to change the date, how can I do that?
First revert the photo then change the date, now you can stamp the photo again to use that new date.
Is there a way to include the GPS location where a photo was taken?
Yes. In the Styles tab under Location, you can choose to stamp the name, address, coordinates, or you can specify your own custom location text.
Can I change the location for a photo?
Yes. When viewing the photo full-screen in the DateStamper app, tap the location button, then move the pin to adjust the location. You can also add or remove its location from here. The next time you stamp the photo it will use that new location. Note that this does not modify the EXIF metadata embedded in the photo.
If I've already stamped a photo and now want to change its location, how can I do that?
You do not need to revert the photo prior to changing its location. Simply change it and stamp the photo again to use the new location.
How many photos can I stamp at the same time?
You can stamp up to 10 photos at once for free. To stamp more than 10 per batch, there is an Unlimited Batch in-app purchase available which allows you to stamp as many photos at the same time as you’d like. Simply tap the Stamp Photos button with more than 10 selected and tap Unlock to purchase it.
How can I use the locked style options?
There is a Premium Styles in-app purchase available which allows you to utilize all of the style options. Simply tap a locked style and tap Unlock to purchase it.
If I purchase Unlimited Batch or Premium Styles, do I need to I purchase them again on my other devices? What if I delete the app or get a new device?
Nope! If an in-app purchase has been purchased before, you will not be charged again. First verify you are signed into the same Apple ID you previously used to make the purchase, then choose Restore Purchases in the alert that appears and it will restore all previous DateStamper in-app purchases for free.
If I purchase Unlimited Batch or Premium Styles, can they be shared with my family members?
Yes, DateStamper supports Family Sharing for in-app purchases!
Does the app have any subscriptions?
No, there are two in-app purchases available and both of them are one-time purchases that you can use without any recurring payments.
I stamped a photo but cant see it, why didn't it work?
It did apply a stamp but it may be difficult to see on really light or dark photos, since the default Vibrant style blends the stamp into the photo. You can change the style to Solid and select a Text Color that will show up well on that photo then stamp it again.
I want to change some options in Styles but it won't let me, why is that?
Some options are unavailable depending on the selected style. For example, the Vibrant style doesn't allow Text Color customization because its color is determined by the underlying colors in the photograph. The Solid style allows you to customize all options.
It seems to be stuck preparing to stamp a photo, why is that?
If you have iCloud Photos enabled, it may take a while to download the photo before it can be stamped. Please ensure you have a good internet connection. Additionally, the larger the photo the longer it will take to process. Please give it some time and it should complete processing or inform you if any errors occur.
When I transfer photos to my computer the date stamp isn't preserved, why is this?
Some methods of transferring photos to a computer may not preserve edits made - only the original version may be transferred. For more information see this Apple Support Document. These methods will preserve the date stamp: AirDrop, iCloud Photos, iCloud Photo Sharing, other cloud services like Dropbox, or email. Or you can create a non-edited copy of the photo which can then be transferred. To do this, view the photo full-screen, tap the share button, then Save Image. The new photo is placed at the end of your photo library with all edits applied.
When I print my photos the date stamp isn't preserved, why is this?
Some printing services may not support edited photos and may only utilize the original photos. To work around this, you may transfer the photos to a computer or USB drive and upload them from there. Or you can create a non-edited copy of the photo which can then be printed. To do this, view the photo full-screen, tap the share button, then Save Image. The new photo is placed at the end of your photo library with all edits applied.
Will you localize the app in my language?
I would love to. The problem is I don’t speak it. If you would like to help localize the app, please contact me.
How can I contact you for any questions, comments, or feedback?
Please use the Contact, Email, or Twitter buttons located at the bottom of this page. I'm looking forward to hearing from you!
How can I thank you for creating this awesome app?
If you enjoy using DateStamper and find it useful, please leave a review on the App Store! They are greatly appreciated.
Is there somewhere I can go to get updates about DateStamper and other apps you're developing?
Sure! Follow me on Twitter, some good stuff is posted there.
