We replaced our previous ad provider with a small, curated set of partner products we picked ourselves. No outside tracking, no data sent to ad companies. The Remove Ads option works exactly the same as before. Also in this version: Full-screen ads now show a 5-second countdown so you know when you can close them Fixed the close button on full-screen ads Banner ads now appear consistently across more screens

NEW: Special Monthly Compensation (SMC) Calculator Calculate your potential SMC level from K through T for severe service-connected disabilities. Walks you through anatomical losses, daily-living needs, and rating context — all in plain English. Includes: • Six worked examples (Mike, Sarah, James, Tom, David, Maria) showing real qualification paths • Inline "What is TDIU?" explainer for the SMC-S anchor question • Bradley v. Peake (2008) and Laska v. McDonough (2024) court rulings baked in • Full coverage of K stacking, R-1 vs R-2, and the SMC-T post-Laska TBI rules • Direct links to 38 CFR §3.350, §3.352, 38 USC §1114, and VA.gov NEW: Recent VA News & Updates section Curated list of major federal-level changes since late 2025, each with a direct link to the official source: • 2.8% COLA — all rates increased Dec 1, 2025 (Public Law 119-42) • 5 new presumptive cancers under PACT Act (Jan 2025) • Ingram v. Collins — VA can't lower ratings for medication effects • Medication rule rescinded after public backlash (Feb 2026) • Claims backlog drops below 100,000 (Feb 2026) • New Claim Assist Portal launched (Mar 2026) • Status update on pending VASRD rewrites UPDATED: 2026 compensation rates All rates effective December 1, 2025 (FY2026, 2.8% COLA) — verified to the cent against VA.gov for every rating tier and dependent combination. IMPROVED: Cleaner banner ad placement, refined UI throughout the SMC and Back Pay calculators with friendlier verbiage and "why this matters" callouts on confusing inputs. Thank you for your service.

What's New in 1.9.7 Back Pay Estimator: Estimate the lump-sum back pay you may receive from the VA. Enter your Intent to File date, decision date, and rating — supports both first-time ratings and rating increases, including dependent adjustments. Share Your Rating as a PDF: Export your calculated disability rating, compensation breakdown, and individual conditions as a professional PDF. Share it with your VSO, attorney, or save it for your records. Upcoming VA Rating Changes: Stay informed about proposed VASRD changes expected in late 2026 — including Sleep Apnea, Tinnitus, Mental Health, Respiratory, and Neurological conditions. See how changes may affect your current or future claims. 2026 Compensation Rates: Updated with the 2.8% COLA increase effective December 1, 2025. Improvements: Improved readability for Extremity Type picker in light mode Quick Start Guide now stays visible until you choose to dismiss it "What's New" button highlights new features alongside upcoming rating changes

Updated Privacy Policy

- DBQ upload update in DBQ guide - Updated Quick start guide

- Stand alone Code search screen made dynamic by screen size so smaller IPhones will not experience overlapping. - Added the option to rename files once uploaded or scanned. Can do long press to rename without opening the file or open the file to update in the file note editor. - Updated dependent information with more options to more accurately reflect monthly payments and situations.