Proof approval software for anything that gets printed
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Pricing model
Paid
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Pricing
One-time purchase price to be announced before launch. Without a license, the software works with basic features indefinitely but exports carry a watermark.
$49 per month USD for unlimited users and unlimited proofs. 7 days free to look around with no card, then 14 days free trial.
Key features
Supports Windows, macOS and Linux
Accepts Word and Markdown manuscripts
Generates print-ready PDF for KDP and IngramSpark
Creates EPUB 3 for ebook stores
Automatic layout of running heads and chapter openers
Professional typography with correct quotation marks and dashes
German language typography support
Works offline without requiring an account
Custom theme saving in licensed version
Zoomable native file preview for PDF, Illustrator, EPS, Photoshop, TIFF, JPEG and PNG
Automatic print check at final print size for file size, image sharpness, vector status, CMYK/RGB color, bleed and fonts
Three approval options: Approve, Approve with changes, or Request changes
File uploads up to 300 MB with resumable uploads
No customer account or login required
Automatic reminders on custom schedule
Version tracking with message threads per proof
Customizable approval boxes and email wording
What makes it different
Runs natively on Windows, macOS and Linux while the best-known alternative only runs on Mac
Professional typography handling for both English and German
Offline desktop app with no account or cloud dependency required
One-time purchase model instead of subscription
Includes free tools for KDP formatting and quote/dash fixing
Customers zoom into native files and see fine print sharp instead of flattened JPEGs
Automatic print check at final print size catches issues before approval
One flat price for unlimited users and proofs instead of per-seat pricing
Made by the team behind PrinterFlo with upgrade path to full shop software
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