A native Mac editor for text, CSVs, and data files
Dynamic QR code generator with one-time $15 payment, no recurring subscription
Stage
Not given
Startup
Founded
Not given
2025
Based in
US
CA
Pricing model
Freemium
Freemium
Pricing
Caxton Free (free forever); Caxton Pro monthly at $9.99 USD, annual at $99.99 USD, or lifetime at $179.99 USD. Team pricing starts at $79 to $99.99 USD per seat per year.
Free: unlimited static QR codes, no account required. One-Time Plan: US$15 for one editable dynamic QR code, or US$39 for five codes (about $7.80 each). All plans include SVG and PNG downloads, custom design options, and no recurring subscription.
Key features
Text editing with memory-mapped files for large documents
CSV and TSV table editing with column transforms
Column transformations and data type preservation
CSV validation with structural and data rules
File comparison without copying data
Extract matches and columns to new documents
Local processing with no cloud uploads or telemetry
Unlimited URL edits after purchase with no reprinting required
Real-time scan analytics with location, device, and time data
Custom design with gradients, logo overlay, and rounded corners
SVG vector and PNG raster export up to 4096 pixels
Support for 12 languages with localized pricing in 4 currencies
30-day trash recovery for accidentally deleted QR codes
Google Safe Browsing API verification to prevent malicious redirects
What makes it different
Opens files directly from disk without importing or uploading, preserving data exactly as stored
Combines text editor, CSV table editor, and log viewer in one native Mac application
Handles multi-gigabyte files with consistent performance and one-millisecond keystroke latency
Preserves leading zeros, long IDs, and data types exactly as stored in the file
All files stay local to your Mac with no cloud processing, telemetry, or vendor lock-in
Editable destination URL after printing with same QR code image
Free static QR codes with no account or signup required
Sunset Pledge guarantees 5-year redirect service if OwnQR discontinues
Grandfather clause protects existing customers from future price or plan changes
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OwnQR