FAQ
Is InkDo free?
Section titled “Is InkDo free?”The app is free, and free software under the AGPL-3.0. Sharing has a free plan that holds 50 shared notes. AI uses your own provider key, or Ollama on your Mac, so any cost there is between you and the provider.
Which computers does it run on?
Section titled “Which computers does it run on?”macOS first, on Apple silicon (M1 and later). More platforms to follow.
Where are my notes?
Section titled “Where are my notes?”In the folder you opened, as plain .md files. InkDo has no library or database of its own. Settings, note history and your shortcuts live in InkDo’s app data on your Mac, never in your folder.
Can I use another editor on the same files?
Section titled “Can I use another editor on the same files?”Yes. InkDo hides the Markdown marks while you write but keeps every one in the file,.
Why does macOS stop me opening InkDo?
Section titled “Why does macOS stop me opening InkDo?”InkDo is signed with its own certificate, not Apple’s. Allow it once; see Install and first open.
The marks are hidden. How do I see them?
Section titled “The marks are hidden. How do I see them?”Hold ⌥ to peek, press ⌘/ for Source view, or set Settings → Editor → Markdown marks to At cursor.
How do I turn AI off?
Section titled “How do I turn AI off?”Settings → AI → Use AI. It is off until you turn it on. See What is sent.
How does InkDo update?
Section titled “How does InkDo update?”It checks once a day and shows Restart to update at the top right. Your notes are saved first. Turn the check off in Settings → Updates.
Does InkDo collect analytics?
Section titled “Does InkDo collect analytics?”No. See Privacy and your data.
Can I check spelling?
Section titled “Can I check spelling?”Yes. Settings → Writing → Check spelling as you type, and ⇧⌘; for Spelling and grammar….
Does InkDo do Vim keys?
Section titled “Does InkDo do Vim keys?”Yes: Settings → Writing → Vim mode.
I found a bug or have a question.
Section titled “I found a bug or have a question.”Write to support@inkdo.app.