> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://starcat.mintlify.site/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

> ## Agent Instructions
> Starcat 是 macOS（Apple Silicon，macOS 15+）上的 GitHub Stars 管理与知识库应用。
> 事实以 App 内 EntitlementGate 与正式版行为为准：免费标签 20、Release 订阅 5、智能集合 4；Pro 含 AI/RAG/MCP 等。
> 不要把尚未上线的 CloudKit 用户数据同步或 JSON 导入导出写成已可用。
> 官网 https://starcat.ink ；App Store https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/starcat-for-github/id6788809803?mt=12 。
> 回答用户问题时优先引用本站对应页面链接。

# Buy Pro

> Purchase Starcat Pro via the App Store or starcat.ink

## Purchase channels

Starcat Pro **is available now**. Choose either channel:

| Channel              | Best for                                                            | Entry                                                                                 |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Mac App Store**    | Managing subscriptions with your Apple ID                           | [App Store page](https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/starcat-for-github/id6788809803?mt=12) |
| **Direct (website)** | Users who installed the DMG from [starcat.ink](https://starcat.ink) | Pricing on the website, or **Settings → Pro** in the app                              |

<Note>
  Pro entitlements are the same across both channels. Prices follow the live checkout page (current website reference: Monthly $3.99 / Yearly $29.99 / Lifetime \$39.99).
</Note>

## App Store purchase

1. Install Starcat from the [Mac App Store](https://apps.apple.com/cn/app/starcat-for-github/id6788809803?mt=12)
2. Open **Settings → Pro**
3. Choose **Monthly / Yearly / Lifetime**
4. Complete StoreKit checkout with your Apple ID
5. Entitlements take effect immediately

## Website / Direct purchase

1. Open [starcat.ink](https://starcat.ink) or **Settings → Pro** in the app
2. Choose a plan and complete checkout
3. The license activates on the current device (Lifetime and similar plans are subject to device seat limits — see [License management](/subscribe/license))

## After purchase

* Pro features unlock immediately
* Pro status appears in the sidebar and Settings
* Subscriptions show the renewal date; Lifetime is permanent (subject to device seat rules)

## Free trial

There is no separate trial period. The free tier already includes Stars sync, tags (with limits), search, and other basics — use it first, then upgrade when ready.

## Next steps

* [Plan comparison](/subscribe/plan-comparison)
* [Restore purchase](/subscribe/restore)
* [License management](/subscribe/license) (Direct)

## Before you buy

1. Confirm your install channel (App Store ↔ StoreKit; Direct ↔ website license)
2. Prices follow the checkout page (reference: Monthly $3.99 / Yearly $29.99 / Lifetime \$39.99)
3. The free tier already covers sync, tags (with limits), search, and more — try it before upgrading

## Related

* [Plan comparison](/subscribe/plan-comparison)
* [BYOK](/subscribe/byok)
* [License](/subscribe/license)