Formatting toolbar
One-tap bold, italic, headings, lists, links, images and tables — the right Markdown, inserted for you.
Free · iPhone · iPad · Mac
Write simply,preview instantly.The free Markdown editor for iPhone, iPad & Mac.
Inkiostro is a clean, distraction-free Markdown editor. Write with a live preview, keep everything in sync with iCloud, and export to PDF, HTML and more — private by design, no accounts, no tracking.
- Real-time live preview
- iCloud sync across devices
- Private — no tracking
Private & focused
iCloud SyncPDF · HTML · TXT · MDNo accountsNo trackingWorks offline
One app, every device
iPhone, iPad and Mac — in perfect sync
Inkiostro is a native app that feels at home on each device. Start a draft on your iPhone, keep writing on iPad with the split-view preview, then polish and export on your Mac. iCloud keeps every document up to date automatically.
iPhone
Distraction-free writing in your pocket, with the formatting toolbar above the keyboard.
iPad
Editor and live preview side by side, with your files always one tap away.
Mac
A roomy three-pane window — files, editor and preview — for long-form work.
Features
Everything you need to write in Markdown
A calm editor built for focus and simplicity. No clutter — just your words, with the tools you actually use.
The editor
A calm, distraction-free writing space
Type in plain Markdown with live syntax highlighting and a formatting toolbar always within reach. Don't want to memorize symbols? Tap a button and Inkiostro inserts the right Markdown for you.
- Bold, italic, strikethrough, code & links
- Headings, lists, checklists, quotes & tables
- Find in document, word count & daily goal
Live preview
See it rendered as you write
Switch to preview to see your document fully formatted — exactly as it will export. Pick from nine reading themes, from clean GitHub to Sepia, Nord and Solarized, and zoom to a comfortable size.
- Real-time rendered preview
- 9 reading themes, light & dark
- Pinch or tap to zoom
Files & iCloud
Organized, and always with you
Group notes into folders, add color labels to spot them at a glance, and check word counts and details at any time. Turn on iCloud and every document stays in sync across iPhone, iPad and Mac — stored only in your private iCloud.
- Folders & color labels
- iCloud sync across all your devices
- Word count, size & dates per file
Export & share
Turn a note into a polished document
Export to PDF, HTML, plain text or Markdown — or share straight from the app to Mail, Messages and AirDrop. Fine-tune your PDF with a title, header, footer, page numbers and margins before you export.
- Export to PDF, HTML, TXT & Markdown
- PDF header, footer, page numbers & margins
- PDF matches your preview theme and font
More inside
Thoughtful details, everywhere you look
Live preview
Watch your document render in real time, then jump straight back to editing.
9 reading themes PRO
GitHub, Minimal, Dark, Sepia, Nord, Solarized and more — for editor and preview.
Focus & Typewriter PRO
Fade everything but the current line, or keep the cursor centered for deep, immersive writing.
Writing goal & stats
Live word count and a daily writing goal with a progress ring to build a habit.
Tables
Insert a ready-to-fill Markdown table with the columns and rows you choose.
Find in document
Search a long note and jump between matches, highlighted as you type.
Fonts & text size PRO
Choose your editor font and size — and on Pro, write with any font installed on your device.
Color labels & info
Tag files and folders with colors and open info for word count, size and dates.
Inkiostro Pro
Writing without boundaries
Inkiostro is free, and everything you need to write is included. Inkiostro Pro unlocks the finishing touches — and supports an independent developer keeping the app fast and ad-free.
- Focus & Typewriter mode for immersive writing
- Exclusive Classic & Terminal themes
- Unlimited daily writing goal (free stops at 250 words)
- Unlimited documents & external file import
- External folders — any local or iCloud Drive folder
- Write with any font installed on your device
Free & Pro
Great for free. Even better with Pro.
Every essential is free forever. Pro adds power features for people who write a lot.
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Clean editor & live preview | ✓ | ✓ |
| iCloud sync (iPhone, iPad, Mac) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Export to PDF, HTML, TXT & Markdown | ✓ | ✓ |
| Available in 15 languages | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reading & preview themes | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily writing goal | 250 | ✓ |
| Documents & file import | Limited | ✓ |
| Focus & Typewriter mode | — | ✓ |
| Exclusive Classic & Terminal themes | — | ✓ |
| Custom device fonts | — | ✓ |
| External folders (local & iCloud Drive) | — | ✓ |
Screens
A look inside Inkiostro
How it works
From draft to export in three steps
1
Write in Markdown
Type in plain Markdown with syntax highlighting and the formatting toolbar always within reach.
2
Preview in real time
Tap preview to see your document beautifully rendered, then jump straight back to editing.
3
Export & share
Send your writing anywhere as PDF, HTML, TXT or Markdown — or share it straight from the app.
📄PDF
🌐HTML
📝TXT
📋Markdown
Who it's for
Made for anyone who writes
From quick notes to long-form drafts, Inkiostro keeps you focused on the words — not the formatting.
✍️Writers & authors
🎓Students & researchers
💻Developers
📰Bloggers
🗒️Note-takers
📔Journalers
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Inkiostro free?
Yes — Inkiostro is free to download and everything you need to write is included. Inkiostro Pro is an optional upgrade that unlocks Focus & Typewriter mode, exclusive themes, unlimited documents and daily goal, external folders and custom fonts.
Does it work on iPad and Mac too?
Yes. Inkiostro is a native app for iPhone, iPad and Mac. On iPad and Mac you get the editor and live preview side by side, and iCloud keeps every document in sync across all your devices.
Does Inkiostro have a live preview?
Yes. Tap the preview button to see your document rendered in real time — headings, lists, quotes, tables and more — then switch back to editing instantly. Choose from nine reading themes.
Where are my documents stored?
Your documents are stored locally on your device and, if you enable iCloud, synchronized to your personal iCloud account, encrypted by Apple. They never pass through our servers.
Which formats can I export to?
PDF, HTML, plain text (TXT) and Markdown. For PDF you can add a title, header, footer, page numbers and adjust the margins — and it matches your preview theme and font.
Does Inkiostro collect any data?
No. Inkiostro has no analytics, no trackers and no ads, and never requires an account. Your writing stays private on your device and in your iCloud.
Which languages are supported?
Inkiostro is available in 15 languages, including English, Italian, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Hindi, Arabic, Swedish and Dutch.
Is there a Markdown editor for Mac?
Yes — Inkiostro is a native Mac app as well as an iPhone and iPad app, from a single universal download. On macOS you get a full three-pane window with your files, the editor and the live preview side by side, and iCloud keeps every document in sync with your other devices.
What's the best free Markdown editor for iPhone?
Inkiostro is a free, distraction-free Markdown editor for iPhone with live preview, a formatting toolbar, iCloud sync and PDF export — no ads, no account and no tracking. Everything you need to write is included for free; Inkiostro Pro is an optional upgrade.
Can I write Markdown on iPad?
Absolutely. On iPad, Inkiostro shows the editor and the live preview side by side with your files a tap away — ideal with a keyboard for long-form writing. Your documents sync with your iPhone and Mac through iCloud.
Start writing today
Download Inkiostro and discover a cleaner, calmer way to write in Markdown.
Download free on the App Store