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About Write.as
What is Write.as?
Write.as is a pared-down blogging platform that strips away content management complexity, ads, and tracking so you can focus purely on writing. It provides a clean editor (Markdown or Rich Text), instant publishing, and a private space for your words — no sign-up required to start.
Who is it for?
This tool is built for writers, journalists, activists, and minimalists who want a private, ad-free home for their writing — and who value anonymity or pseudonymity. It is not for building complex websites, e-commerce stores, or content-heavy news portals. Use it for a personal blog, journal, newsletter, or collaborative publication.
Real use cases
- Publish anonymous essays or op-eds with no tracking.
- Create a professional blog under your own domain with custom themes.
- Build a team publication where multiple users write and edit.
- Reach readers via RSS, email newsletters, or federated platforms like Mastodon.
- Export your work anytime, or self-host using the open-source WriteFreely software.
Key features
- Distraction-free editor — Minimal interface with Markdown and Rich Text options, auto-saving to your browser.
- Anonymous publishing — Write and publish without creating an account.
- Privacy-first — No ads, no tracking, no data collection.
- Custom domains — Use your own domain with SSL for your blog.
- RSS & ActivityPub — Syndicate posts via RSS and federate to Mastodon and other platforms.
- Cross-platform — Available on web, iOS, Android, and via API, command-line, and email.
- Photo & file hosting — Add images via Snap.as and files via Attach.as (Pro and Team).
SaaSpartout Score
7.1
/10
Editorial score from our review methodology — not user ratings.
Write.as Pricing
Write.as pricing: Free · from $6/mo. Billing model: Freemium.
Free
Always $0. Includes plain text editor, Write.as branding, and one blog. No sign-up required to start.
Pro
Starting at $6 per month (billed yearly) or $9 per month (billed monthly). Includes custom themes, newsletters, photo hosting, up to three blogs, custom domain, RSS, ActivityPub, password-protected blogs, and more. Start a free 14-day trial.
Team
Starting at $25 per month (billed yearly) or $30 per month (billed monthly). Includes all Pro features, one collaborative blog with up to 5 team members, user permissions, and add-ons like File hosting and Submissions. Start a free 14-day trial.
Frequently asked questions
Is Write.as free?
Yes, Write.as offers a Free plan that includes a plain text editor, Write.as branding, and one blog. No credit card required to start.
How much does Write.as cost?
Write.as pricing starts at $0 for the Free plan. The Pro plan is $6/month (billed yearly) or $9/month (billed monthly). The Team plan is $25/month (billed yearly) or $30/month (billed monthly). All paid plans come with a 14-day free trial.
What is Write.as best for?
Write.as is best for writers, journalists, activists, and minimalists who want a private, ad-free, distraction-free blogging platform. It supports anonymous publishing, custom domains, newsletters, and federation with Mastodon.
Does Write.as have a mobile app?
Yes, Write.as is available on iOS and Android, as well as via web, API, command-line, and email.
What are the main limitations of Write.as?
Write.as is not designed for complex websites, e-commerce, or content-heavy portals. The Free plan limits you to one blog and 3 posts per day (up to 15). Pro and Team plans remove those limits.
Can I self-host Write.as?
Yes, Write.as is powered by WriteFreely, an open-source software that you can self-host on your own server.
