Start with the official APOD
Visit NASA’s APOD page for the latest published entry. Read the title, publication date, explanation, and credits together: the text often reveals details that the picture alone cannot show.
APOD has an archive dating back to June 16, 1995. A publication date identifies an entry, not necessarily the day its image was captured.
It is more than a photograph a day
An entry can feature a telescope image, an illustration, a composite, an animation, or a video. If a still picture is missing, check the entry’s media and explanation before treating it as an error.
The image credits matter. APOD includes work from different sources; do not assume that every item has the same reuse terms. Check the specific entry and its linked source.
Explore a date instead of a feed
The official archive is a useful starting point for older entries. Pick a date to discover what APOD published then, or compare a few entries about a topic that interests you.
For a personal date, use our birthday picture guide. For general navigation and missing dates, see how to find APOD by date.
Read APOD in DailyApod
On iPhone, DailyApod brings the archive into a native reader. Open a picture, read its explanation, and use the calendar control to choose another date. You can also search and collect favourites.
A Home Screen widget gives you another entry point. Follow the iPhone widget guide to add one. Available features can depend on your app version; check the App Store listing for current requirements and purchase options.
A useful first visit
- Open today’s entry and read its explanation.
- Check the date and credit before sharing it.
- Visit the archive and choose one earlier date.
- Save the entry or its link so you can return to it.
You do not need an app to read NASA’s public APOD pages. DailyApod offers another way to browse them on Apple devices.
DailyApod is an independent app by ajigu. It is not affiliated with NASA.