Your stories live on your machine.
PlotForge Desktop is novel writing software built for privacy, speed, and full creative control. No cloud dependency. No subscription. Just your work, stored locally, with AI that never leaves your computer.
14-day free trial with full access. No credit card required.
Use code LAUNCH for $10 off through July 2026.
Why Desktop?
Everything the cloud can't give you.
We started as a web app with 800+ writers. They kept telling us the same thing: store our work locally. So we rebuilt PlotForge from the ground up as a native desktop app.
Your files. Your machine. Period.
Every word you write is stored in a local SQLite database on your computer. No servers, no syncing anxiety, no wondering who else can read your manuscript.
AI that stays private
Run AI writing assistance locally through Ollama or LM Studio. Your characters, your plot twists, your unpublished ideas never leave your machine. No API keys required, no per-word charges.
Pay once. Write forever.
$79 one-time purchase. No monthly fees, no annual renewals, no feature gates. Free updates included. Use code LAUNCH for $10 off through July 2026.
Runs everywhere
Native apps for Windows (.msi), macOS (.dmg), and Linux (.AppImage, .deb). Built with Tauri for near-native performance without the bloat of Electron.
Built for Novelists
11 tools. One workspace.
A complete book writing app that ships with everything you need to go from first spark to finished manuscript, without juggling separate tools.
Idea Board
Capture and organize story ideas, what-ifs, and inspiration before they slip away.
Outline
Structure your novel with drag-and-drop scenes, acts, and chapters.
Characters
Track relationships, arcs, backstories, and keep everyone consistent.
Worldbuilding
60+ fields for locations, cultures, magic systems, and more.
Draft Editor
Distraction-free writing with custom fonts, inline notes, and focus mode.
AI Chat
Brainstorm with local AI, or chat in character to workshop dialogue and motivation.
Story Compass
Guided structure templates to keep your plot on track.
Consistency Checker
Catch contradictions in character details, timelines, and world rules.
Timeline
Map story events, historical background, and link them to chapters and characters.
Sessions
Track writing sprints with word count goals, streaks, and progress stats.
Export
Publish-ready output in standard manuscript format, EPUB, PDF, and DOCX.
Switching?
Import your .scriv projects directly.
PlotForge imports Scrivener .scriv files so you can bring your existing work with you. No copy-pasting, no lost formatting.
What writers leave behind
- UI designed in 2005
- No built-in AI assistance
- No native Linux support
- Steep learning curve
- Cloud sync issues (Dropbox)
What they get with PlotForge
- Modern, intuitive interface
- Private, local AI via Ollama or LM Studio
- Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Productive in minutes
- True local storage, no sync needed
Simple Pricing
One price. No surprises.
We believe writing software should be a tool you own, not a service you rent.
$79
One-time purchase, yours forever
Use code LAUNCH for $10 off through July 2026
- All 11 writing tools included
- Local AI via Ollama or LM Studio (unlimited, private)
- Character chat and dialogue workshopping
- Custom font import
- Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Scrivener .scriv import
- Free updates
- No cloud required, no data collection
Or download the free trial first
Your story deserves a proper home.
Join 800+ writers already using PlotForge. Download the free trial and start writing today.
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