The questions writers actually ask.
How Quill works, who owns what you write, what happens offline, and what free really includes. If something is missing, write to us at support@inkwell.app.
Does Quill write for me?
No. Quill suggests; it doesn't author. It can brainstorm ideas, offer dialogue alternatives, or help punch up a line, but every suggestion requires your explicit approval. You're always the writer. Quill is the assistant.
What about copyright and IP?
You own everything you write in Inkwell, period — we claim no rights to your material, and using Quill doesn't transfer ownership or create shared authorship. We can't speak for WGA arbitration or a studio's AI questionnaire; no software can. What we can promise: Quill never writes a page you didn't ask for and approve, and if you never turn it on, your script never touches an AI.
Will my writing train the model?
No. We never use your scripts to train AI models. When you use Quill, only the necessary text snippet is sent to the AI provider for processing, and it's never used to train or fine-tune any model. If you turn on sync, your scripts are end-to-end encrypted before they leave your Mac — we store only the encrypted bytes and never hold your key, so we can't read them. Your creative work stays yours.
Do I need internet access?
Not for writing! Inkwell works completely offline. You only need internet when you want to use Quill AI. All your script editing, formatting, import/export, and file management works without Wi-Fi.
Can I export to Final Draft?
Yes. Inkwell fully supports Final Draft's .fdx format for both import and export. Your formatting, scene numbers, notes, and dual dialogue are preserved. You can seamlessly collaborate with people using Final Draft.
How does Quill protect my voice?
Two ways. First, Quill learns the voice you've already established (each character's rhythm and cadence) and writes inside it, so suggestions read like your draft, not generic AI prose. Second, it flags when a line drifts out of character, catching inconsistencies before they reach the page. And every suggestion still arrives as a diff you approve or reject, so the final voice on the page is always the one you chose.
Is this like ChatGPT writing my script?
No. Quill is designed specifically for screenwriting assistance, not autonomous generation. It works within your script's context, offers options, and requires approval. Think of it as a writing partner who listens and suggests, not a robot churning out pages.
Can I use Inkwell for free forever?
Yes! The editor is free forever: the full screenplay editor, import/export, unlimited scripts, everything. To try Quill, every new account can start a free week of Quill Pro: 500 credits, no card, nothing to cancel. After that, buy a $4.99 credit pack when you want one (no subscription required) or subscribe to Pro for 500 credits a month. You can write complete screenplays without ever paying.
Still curious?
The fastest way to understand Inkwell is to write a scene in it. The editor is free, and Quill is ready when you are.
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