Do I need an account?
No. There is no sign-up and no login. Open the app and go.
Shutter Scout
Night-sky and landscape field guidance for photographers who chase rare light.
Field station
A quieter way to decide where the camera goes.
Shutter Scout is designed for the moment before you leave: one read for sky quality, moonlight, weather pressure, aurora potential, and the best window to work.
Tonight's field read
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Ready if clouds hold
- 01Milky Way windowDarkest stretch after moonset.
- 02Aurora watchLive Bz, Kp, and camera checks.
- 03Field modeRed-light readout for the roadside.
Support
Shutter Scout is built as a quiet field companion: quick enough to check before a drive, detailed enough to help plan a night under the sky.
Overview
Shutter Scout is your night-sky photography field guide: tonight's Milky Way window, moon, weather, tides, and aurora odds for your spot, with an on-device guide that talks you through the shot.
Contact
Questions, bugs, or feature ideas? Email support@shutterscout.com. We read everything and usually reply within a couple of days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it work offline?
Yes. The astronomy math runs entirely on your device. Live weather, tides, and aurora forecasts need a connection to refresh, but everything else works without one.
Where does the AI run?
On your iPhone. The chat and field-guide writing are generated on-device, so your conversations never leave your phone. You can optionally download a larger language model for richer answers.
Why does it ask for my location?
Only to find photo spots near you and to pull the right weather, tide, and aurora forecasts. You can also search any location by name. See the Privacy Policy for details.
How do I save a field guide or conditions card?
Open the Card or Field Guide tab and tap Save to Photos to drop the image into your camera roll, or Share to send it anywhere.
What is red-light mode?
A full-screen dim red overlay that protects your night vision in the field. You can launch it from the app, add a Home Screen or Lock Screen shortcut, or ask Siri for it.
The forecast looks off or did not load.
Live data comes from public NOAA services and can occasionally hiccup. Pull to refresh, or check your connection.