Since this is a modded IPA file, it cannot be installed directly from the App Store. You must sideload it using a signing tool.
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A "mod" (modified application) is a version of an official app that has been altered by a third party to unlock restricted content, such as premium tools or removal of watermarks. Since this is a modded IPA file, it
| Feature | Mod (5.7.38) | Legit GoodNotes 5 (one-time purchase) | GoodNotes 6 (subscription) | |---------|--------------|----------------------------------------|----------------------------| | Cost | $0 | ~$8.99 (legacy purchase) | $9.99/year or $29.99 one-time | | iCloud sync | Broken | Full | Full | | AI math assistance | No | No | Yes | | OCR reliability | Partial | Full | Full | | Security updates | None | Yes | Yes | | Apple Pencil hover (iPad Pro) | Broken | Yes | Yes | | License expiration | 1–2 weeks | Lifetime | As paid | A "mod" (modified application) is a version of
Unlocks the ability to search through handwritten notes, a hallmark of the paid version.
Furthermore, version 5.7.38 is already outdated. The official app has moved on to version 5.9+ with AI features and better Apple Pencil hover support. By using a cracked version, you are locking yourself into a buggy past.
While it may initially appear to unlock premium features, the combination of iCloud sync failure, license invalidation within 7–10 days, and significant security risks outweigh any benefit. The authentic version of GoodNotes 5 (no longer sold) or the free tier of GoodNotes 6 offers a safer, more reliable note-taking experience.