Sidekey
Included with Sidekey+There.
There.
Got it.
Open Pocket camera, take a photo or video, and save or share the captures you choose. Keep your next moment close.
Your Action Button.
Unlocked.
Your notes, camera, timers and shortcuts.
One press opens them all.
Your everyday tools.
One menu.
Included for freeBefore
Before
you forget.
The idea on your walk. The name of that little café. Write it down, edit it later, and share it when you’re ready.
Included with Sidekey+Park.
Park.
Remember.
Save your parking spot and a note about the floor or space. When it’s time to go, get walking directions back through Apple Maps.
And a few more things
you’ll reach for.
- Focus timer
- Guided breathing
- Flashlight
- Apple Shortcuts
- Voice capture +
- Document scanner +
- Private camera +
- QR codes +
A menu for work.
Another for
everything else.
Keep a different set of actions for Everyday, Work and Unwind. Switch profiles whenever you want a change of pace.
Three profiles included. Create your own with Sidekey+.
Everyday essentials
A few useful things, always close.
Quick note
Pocket camera
Focus timer
Go somewhere
Customize your
Action Button.
Make your menu.
Add your favorite actions in Sidekey. Rename, recolor and arrange them your way.
Connect your button.
In iPhone Settings, open Action Button → Shortcut. Choose Sidekey’s Open Launcher.
Give it a press.
Press and hold your Action Button. Your menu opens. Tap a tool and you’re there.
Requires iOS 18.6 or later. No Action Button? Set up Siri, Back Tap or a Shortcuts widget instead.
More about Sidekey.
Can my Action Button open more than one tool?
Yes. Assign Sidekey’s Open Launcher to your iPhone Action Button and press and hold to open your menu. From there, choose a tool or Apple shortcut. Arrange your favorite actions into profiles for work, everyday tasks or downtime.
What can I use for free?
Your launcher, three built-in profiles, quick notes, focus timer, breathing, flashlight, clipboard, website and Maps actions, and shortcut recipes. Sidekey+ adds capture tools, parking, QR codes, big messages and custom profiles.
Does Sidekey work without an Action Button?
Yes. Open the launcher inside Sidekey, or connect it to Siri, Back Tap, a Home Screen shortcut or Apple’s Shortcuts widget. A physical Action Button requires a compatible iPhone.
Can I use my own Apple shortcuts?
Yes. Create a shortcut in Apple Shortcuts, then connect it to an action in Sidekey. Use your own shortcuts for apps, playlists, Focus modes, reminders and more. Sidekey includes recipes to help you set them up.
Do I need an account?
No Sidekey account is required. Your profiles and notes are saved locally on your iPhone. Some tools need permissions or other services, such as Apple Maps. See the privacy policy for the full details.
Does it change what a double press does?
No. Sidekey uses Apple’s supported Shortcuts connection to open its launcher when you press and hold the Action Button. You assign it in Settings. Your iPhone may ask you to unlock first.