General
What is CryoStats?
CryoStats is an app for iPhone and Mac that makes it easy for researchers to track freezers, storage boxes, and biological samples. Map your storage layout, log samples by location, and search your entire inventory instantly, all without any data leaving your device.
When will CryoStats be available?
CryoStats is available now on the App Store for iPhone and Mac. It is free to download, set up your first freezer in minutes.
What devices does CryoStats support?
CryoStats is a native app for iPhone and Mac. One subscription covers all your devices. Android is not currently supported.
Is CryoStats for clinical use?
No. CryoStats is designed exclusively for research laboratory use. It is not intended for clinical, diagnostic, therapeutic, or patient-care purposes, and has not been evaluated or approved by the FDA. Please do not use CryoStats in any clinical or patient-facing context.
Privacy & Data
Where is my data stored?
Your data is stored on your device and, if you have iCloud enabled, in your own iCloud account. CryoStats does not operate any servers. We cannot access your data.
Does CryoStats collect personal information?
No. CryoStats does not collect your name, email address, institutional affiliation, sample data, or any other personal information through the app. See our Privacy Policy for full details.
What happens to my data if I stop using CryoStats?
Your data is stored on your device and in your iCloud account, you always control it. You can delete the app and its associated data from your device at any time through iOS settings.
Features
How many freezers or boxes can I add?
The free tier includes 1 freezer, 3 boxes, and 30 samples. A CryoStats Pro subscription ($3.99/month or $24.99/year, with a 1-month free trial) unlocks unlimited freezers, boxes, and samples. Practical limits then depend on your device storage and iCloud capacity.
Do I need a subscription to use CryoStats on Mac?
Yes. CryoStats for Mac requires an active CryoStats Pro subscription. Subscribe once on your iPhone and your Mac unlocks automatically, it's the same inventory, synced through your iCloud account.
Is CryoStats designed for individual or team use?
CryoStats is designed for individual researchers. Each user manages their own inventory under their own Apple ID and iCloud account. Freezer sharing between users is not currently supported.
Can I use CryoStats offline?
Yes. Because data is stored locally on your device, CryoStats works without an internet connection. Changes sync to your personal iCloud account when connectivity is restored.
What is Ice Bucket?
Ice Bucket is a built-in staging area that tracks samples currently outside the freezer. Queue the samples you need before heading to the freezer, mark them as retrieved, and CryoStats remembers exactly where each one came from so you can return them to the right position. You can also log discarded samples and stage new ones before assigning them a freezer position.
Can I share sample details with a labmate?
Yes. From any sample's detail screen you can share its name, type, location, and a PDF summary via iMessage, email, AirDrop, or any other share option. The recipient doesn't need CryoStats or an account, they get a readable PDF or text message.
Can CryoStats read box labels automatically?
Yes. CryoStats uses on-device OCR (Apple's Vision framework) to read tube and box labels from photos, and can even detect cap colors to help you tell samples apart. You can train a custom word library and add custom sample types for your lab's naming conventions.
Can I export or back up my data?
Yes. CryoStats supports PDF export for sharing or printing, plus full backup and restore to the Files app. Your data is always portable.
Still have questions? Contact us and we'll be happy to help.