Read-it-later app Pocket shut down - here are the best alternatives
Mozilla has shut down its read-it-later app, Pocket, prompting users to seek alternatives. Several platforms like Matter, Instapaper, and Raindrop.io are gaining popularity as users migrate their saved content.
Why it matters
The closure of a major digital archiving tool highlights the volatility of web-based services and the importance of data portability for users.
In May 2025, Mozilla announced that it was shutting down the popular read-it-later app Pocket , which it had acquired back in 2017 for an undisclosed amount . That led to a growing demand for alternative apps that could help people save online content, particularly longer articles, that they want to read later when they have more time.
While Mozilla exited the business, saying the way people are browsing the web is changing, the shutdown boosted adoption of a number of other apps, like Matter, Instapaper, and Raindrop.io, among others. It's supporting the creation of new, indie alternatives, as well.
Many of the apps will support imports. However, Pocket users only had until October 8, 2025, to export their saved articles and other items, including lists, archives, favorites, notes, and highlights.
Below are the read-it-later alternatives that are picking up where Pocket left off.
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