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Zaparoo App

The Zaparoo App is a React-based mobile application built with Capacitor that serves as the primary user interface for the Zaparoo Core service. It allows you to manage your Zaparoo setup, scan and create tokens, and control media playback directly from your phone. The app is available on iOS, Android, and as a web application.

The app is fully open source under the GPLv3 license, including its Pro features. You can view the source code, contribute, or build your own version on GitHub.

Core Features​

Connection Management​

  • Connect to your Zaparoo Core service over the network
  • Monitor connection status and service health
  • View currently playing media information

Token Scanning​

  • NFC Scanning: Read NFC tags, cards, and toys
  • QR/Barcode Scanning: Scan QR codes and barcodes using your device's camera
  • Scan History: View your recent scans and daily usage statistics
  • Auto-launch: Automatically launch content when tokens are scanned (Pro feature)

Token Creation​

  • Search Games: Browse and search games from your connected systems
  • Current Game: Write the currently playing game to a new token
  • Text Commands: Create tokens with custom text commands
  • Mappings: Add custom mappings for NFC toys and barcodes

Settings & Configuration​

  • Configure connection settings for Zaparoo Core
  • Customize app preferences and behavior
  • Multi-language support with translations
  • Help and about sections

Pro Features​

The app includes Pro features that help support development of the Zaparoo project:

  • Launcher Access: Enables the app to act as a reader and trigger launch commands
  • Custom App Icons: Personalize your app appearance
  • Themes: Additional visual customization options

Pro features require a one-time purchase and are available through in-app purchases.

Requirements​

  • Zaparoo Core Service: The app requires a running Zaparoo Core service to connect to
  • NFC Support: NFC features require a device with NFC capability
  • Camera Permission: QR/barcode scanning requires camera access
  • Network Connection: Required for connecting to Zaparoo Core service

Getting Started​

  1. Install the App: Download from the app stores or use the web version
  2. Connect to Core: Configure the connection to your Zaparoo Core service
  3. Scan Tokens: Use NFC or camera to scan existing tokens
  4. Create Tokens: Search for games and write them to new NFC tags
  5. Customize: Set up mappings and preferences to match your setup

Download​

The Zaparoo App is available on multiple platforms:

  • iOS: Available on the App Store
  • Android: Available on Google Play Store
  • Web: Access through your browser

See the Downloads page for download links and the latest version information.