About
Expert Archer is a feature-rich archery scoring application designed for competitive and recreational archers of all skill levels. Available on mobile devices and as an online web app, it allows users to record scores, track handicaps, log sight marks, manage equipment details, and journal training sessions — all stored both locally and on a central server so data syncs seamlessly across devices. The app supports a broad range of round formats including all AGB Target, Field/3D, NFAS, IFAA, selected Australian, and Swiss rounds, making it suitable for archers worldwide. Its arrow placement scoring feature lets users position numbered arrows directly on a target image for precise end-by-end analysis. Progress charts let archers visualise improvement over time per round and per bow. For clubs and coaches, Expert Archer offers a Club Dashboard (available to Patreon supporters) that provides a central view of member high scores, handicaps, and competition results. Unique competition codes allow score sharing beyond club boundaries. The Coaching Module enables coaches to create archer profiles, log session notes, and share progress with both the archer and other coaches — all with controlled, opt-in data sharing. Data privacy is taken seriously: personal information is never shared with third parties without consent, and all sharing features are opt-in. The app is GDPR compliant. Expert Archer is ideal for individual archers wanting structured progress tracking, club records officers managing member data, and coaches overseeing multiple archers.
Key Features
- Multi-Format Round Support: Supports all AGB Target, Field/3D, NFAS, IFAA rounds plus selected Australian and Swiss formats, covering virtually every competitive archery discipline.
- Automatic Handicap Calculation: Calculates and tracks indoor and outdoor handicaps using the correct AGB algorithms, matching the official standard handicap tables.
- Arrow Placement Scoring: Lets archers place numbered arrows directly on a target image to score each end visually, making it easy to analyse shot groupings and patterns.
- Club Dashboard & Competition Codes: Patreon-backed Club Dashboard gives records officers access to member high scores and handicaps, with unique competition codes for cross-club score sharing.
- Coaching Module: Enables coaches to create archer profiles, record training sessions, and share notes with archers and co-coaches — all with opt-in privacy controls.
Use Cases
- An individual competitive archer recording scores and monitoring handicap progression across indoor and outdoor seasons.
- A club records officer using the Club Dashboard to centralise member high scores and handicaps without manual data collection.
- An archery coach creating athlete profiles, logging training session notes, and sharing progress with both archers and assistant coaches.
- An archer competing in multiple disciplines (e.g., AGB target and IFAA field) tracking separate round statistics and sight marks for each bow.
- A club organiser generating unique competition codes to collect and compare scores from participants across multiple clubs at an inter-club event.
Pros
- Broad Round Compatibility: Covers a wide range of international round formats, making it useful for archers competing under different governing bodies around the world.
- Cross-Device Sync: Scores and data are stored both on-device and on a central server, so switching phones or using a tablet never means losing data.
- Integrated Coaching Tools: The coaching module provides structured session logging and sharing, going beyond simple score-tracking to support athlete development.
- Strong Privacy Controls: All data sharing is opt-in and GDPR-compliant, giving archers confidence that personal information is handled responsibly.
Cons
- Premium Features Locked Behind Patreon: The coaching module and club dashboard require a Patreon subscription, which may be a barrier for smaller clubs or casual coaches.
- Niche Use Case: Designed exclusively for archery, so its utility is limited to that sport — there is no crossover value for other activities.
- Club Name Case-Sensitivity: Club membership matching is case-sensitive, meaning archers with slight variations in club name entry will not be grouped together without manual correction.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which archery round formats does Expert Archer support?
Expert Archer supports all AGB Target, Field and 3D rounds, NFAS, IFAA rounds, as well as selected Australian and Swiss rounds, covering a wide range of competitive formats globally.
How does data sync work across devices?
Your scores and settings are saved both on your mobile device and on Expert Archer's central server. If you get a new phone or want to use a tablet, simply log in and your data will synchronise automatically.
What do I get with a Patreon subscription?
Patreon supporters gain access to the Club Dashboard (to view member scores and handicaps, and create competition codes) and the Coaching Module (to manage archer profiles and session notes). Higher Patreon tiers unlock more archer profiles in the coaching module.
Can I use Expert Archer without a mobile phone?
Yes. Expert Archer is also available as a web app accessible from a browser at expertarcher.com, so you can use it on a desktop or laptop as well.
Is my personal data kept private?
Yes. Expert Archer is GDPR-compliant and will never share your data with third parties without your consent. Club administrators can only see your name, email, high scores, and handicaps if you have joined their virtual club. All future sharing features will be opt-in only.
