iPaper
Content creation software
Catalog management software
Flipbook software
Content marketing software
E-commerce software
Graphic design software
- Features
- Ease of use
- Ease of management
- Quality of support
- Affordability
- Market presence
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€265 per month
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- Retail and wholesale
- Accommodation and food services
- Real estate and property management
What is iPaper
iPaper is a digital publishing platform used to convert PDFs into interactive flipbooks and shoppable catalogs that can be embedded on websites and shared via links. It is typically used by marketing and e-commerce teams to publish product catalogs, brochures, and lookbooks with tracking and lead capture. The product focuses on catalog-style experiences, including clickable hotspots and product linking, rather than long-form editorial publishing.
Strong catalog-to-web workflow
iPaper centers on turning existing PDF catalogs into web-ready flipbooks with interactive elements. This supports teams that already produce print/PDF layouts and need a faster path to online distribution. The workflow aligns well with seasonal catalog updates and multi-catalog publishing. It reduces the need to rebuild layouts in a separate web authoring tool.
Interactive and shoppable features
The platform supports clickable links and hotspots that can connect readers to product pages and other web destinations. This is useful for retailers and brands that want catalogs to drive measurable traffic and conversions. It also fits use cases where a catalog acts as a navigation layer for an online assortment. These capabilities differentiate it from basic PDF hosting.
Analytics and distribution options
iPaper provides engagement tracking for publications, helping teams understand reads, clicks, and content performance. It supports sharing via direct links and embedding into websites, which helps integrate catalogs into existing digital properties. This makes it suitable for content marketing and campaign reporting. The analytics focus is comparable to other digital publishing tools in the space.
Limited native design creation
iPaper primarily builds on imported PDFs rather than offering a full graphic design environment. Teams still need external tools to create and update the underlying layouts. This can add steps for organizations looking for end-to-end creation and publishing in one product. It may be less suitable for users who want template-based design from scratch.
Catalog-centric content model
The product is optimized for catalogs, brochures, and similar page-flip experiences. Organizations focused on interactive long-form storytelling, complex content hubs, or modular web pages may find the flipbook format constraining. Some audiences also prefer responsive article-style experiences over page-flip navigation on mobile. This can limit applicability for certain content marketing programs.
E-commerce depth depends on integrations
While iPaper can link to product pages and support shoppable interactions, it is not a full e-commerce platform for checkout, inventory, or order management. Deeper commerce workflows typically require integration with an existing online store and product data sources. The quality of the commerce experience can therefore vary by implementation. Teams may need additional technical work to connect catalogs to product feeds and tracking stacks.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Commerce Light | €295/mo (monthly) or €265/mo (annually, billed yearly — save 10%) | 50,000 sessions/month; Unlimited users; Enrichment editor; Product links; Branded domain; Enrichment Automation included. |
| Commerce Plus | €660/mo (monthly) or €595/mo (annually, billed yearly — save 10%) | 100,000 sessions/month; All Light features; Enrichment automation; Shop integration; Personal onboarding. |
| Enterprise+ | €1,440/mo (monthly) or €1,295/mo (annually, billed yearly — save 10%) | 1,000,000 sessions/month; All Plus features; iPaper Display; Multi-brand support; Success Manager; custom automation and advanced shop functionality. |
| Empire | €13,595/mo (monthly) or €12,295/mo (annually, billed yearly — save 10%) | 10,000,000+ sessions/month; All Enterprise+ features; 50 branded domains; On-site account setup; tailored for global operations. |
Additional add-ons (monthly):
- Extra monthly iPaper sessions: 1,000 (€100/mo monthly or €90/mo annual), 250,000 (€215/mo or €195/mo annual), 1,000,000 (€815/mo or €735/mo annual), 5,000,000 (€3,720/mo or €3,350/mo annual).
- Extra flipbooks: 1,000 (€150/mo or €135/mo annual), 10,000 (€745/mo or €670/mo annual).
- Extra branded domains (HTTPS): €30/mo (monthly) or €25/mo (annual).
- Extra Enrichment Automation setups: €220/mo (monthly) or €200/mo (annual).
