Inkwell offers two plans: a generous Free plan to get started, and a Pro plan for serious screenwriters who need extensive AI assistance. For current subscription rates, visit inkwell.app/pricing.Documentation Index
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Plan Comparison
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome credits | 100 (one-time) | — |
| Monthly Credits | 15 credits | 500 credits |
| Quill AI access | ✅ Full access | ✅ Full access |
| Priority Support | ❌ | ✅ |
All core screenplay features (writing, formatting, import/export, printing) are unlimited on both plans. The difference is in the Quill AI monthly credit allotment.
Free Plan
What’s Included
100 welcome credits the day you sign up — plenty to explore Quill across a handful of substantive conversations. 15 credits/month thereafter, on the 1st of each month. Credits don’t roll over, but the welcome bonus is separate and stays in your account until you use it. Full Quill AI access — same model and capabilities as Pro. The Free plan just has a smaller monthly credit budget. Script Features (unlimited):- Industry-standard formatting
- Auto-save & version history
- Import/export (PDF, Fountain, FDX)
- Print to PDF
- All themes & customization
- Project Panel (navigation, characters, logline)
Best For
- Trying out Inkwell
- Occasional AI assistance
- Hobbyist screenwriters
- Students and beginners
Pro Plan
What’s Included
500 credits/month on the Pro plan. Enough budget for several substantive Quill conversations most days through a typical writing month, with room for the occasional heavy revision pass. See inkwell.app/pricing for subscription pricing. Full Quill AI access — Quill picks the best model server-side; there’s no picker to navigate. Priority Support:- Faster response times
- Priority bug fixes
- Feature request consideration
Best For
- Professional screenwriters
- Frequent Quill AI users
- Writers with multiple projects
- Anyone who runs out of Free credits regularly
Manage Your Subscription
Check Credit Balance
From Inkwell app:- Look at status bar (bottom of window)
- Click your plan name (“Free Plan” or “Pro Plan”)
- Popover shows:
- Credits remaining
- Usage breakdown (plan credits vs bonus credits)
- Next refresh date
- Days until refresh
- Visit inkwell.app
- Log in → Profile → Usage
- See detailed statistics and writing activity
Upgrade to Pro
From Inkwell app (easiest):- Click your plan in the status bar
- Click “Upgrade Plan” button
- Complete checkout (opens in browser or uses in-app purchase)
- Visit inkwell.app/pricing
- Choose Pro plan
- Complete checkout
- Uses Apple’s payment system
- Managed through App Store subscriptions
- Same features as web version
Cancel Pro Subscription
Web subscription:- Visit inkwell.app
- Profile → Manage Subscription
- Click Cancel
- Confirm cancellation
- macOS Settings → Apple ID → Subscriptions
- Find Inkwell Pro
- Click Cancel Subscription
- Keep Pro features until billing period ends
- Automatically downgrade to Free plan
- Your scripts and work are safe
- Monthly credits drop from 500 to 15
Purchase Additional Credits
Need more credits but don’t want to upgrade? Buy credit packs.How to Purchase
From Inkwell app:- Click your plan in status bar
- Click “Purchase Credits”
- Choose credit pack (e.g., 150 credits)
- Complete purchase
- Visit inkwell.app
- Profile → Purchase Credits
- Select pack size
- Complete checkout
Credit Pack Details
Purchased credits:- Don’t expire (unlike monthly credits)
- Stack with your monthly allotment
- Used after monthly credits are depleted
- Available on both Free and Pro plans
When to Buy Credit Packs
Good for:- Occasional heavy usage months
- Big project deadlines
- Don’t need Pro features, just more credits
- One-time purchases without subscription
- You buy credits every month
- You want access to all AI models
Billing & Payments
Payment Methods
- Credit/debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex)
- Apple Pay / Google Pay
- In-App Purchase (Mac App Store version uses Apple ID)
Billing Cycle
Monthly plans:- Billed on the same date each month
- Credits refresh on billing date
- Prorated if you upgrade mid-cycle
- Free: 15 credits on the 1st of each month (or billing anniversary)
- Pro: 500 credits on billing date
- Monthly credits do not roll over
- Purchased credit packs never expire
Receipts & Invoices
Web subscriptions:- Emailed automatically after each payment
- Access history at inkwell.app → Billing
- Managed through Apple
- View receipts in App Store → Apple ID → Purchase History
Common Questions
Can I try Pro for free?
Can I try Pro for free?
Pro doesn’t have a free trial, but you can cancel anytime. Your first month gives you full access, and you only pay for what you use.
What happens to my credits when I upgrade mid-month?
What happens to my credits when I upgrade mid-month?
You immediately get your full Pro monthly allotment (500 credits), plus you keep any remaining Free credits and welcome credits. On your next billing date, you’ll get a fresh 500 credits.
Can I downgrade from Pro to Free?
Can I downgrade from Pro to Free?
Yes, cancel your subscription anytime. You’ll keep Pro until the end of your billing period, then automatically downgrade to Free.
Do purchased credits expire?
Do purchased credits expire?
No! Purchased credit packs never expire. Only monthly subscription credits reset each month.
Can I get a refund?
Can I get a refund?
Contact support@inkwellwriter.com for refund requests. We handle them case-by-case.
Is there a student or educator discount?
Is there a student or educator discount?
Yes! Email support@inkwellwriter.com with proof of student/educator status for discount information.
Can I pause my Pro subscription?
Can I pause my Pro subscription?
Not currently. You can cancel and resubscribe later without losing your account or scripts.
Do Free and Pro use different AI models?
Do Free and Pro use different AI models?
No. Quill uses the same underlying model for everyone — there’s no model picker. Pro just has a larger monthly credit budget.
Next Steps
Model Selection
See all AI models and their costs
Credits & Billing
Understand how credits work
Using Quill AI
Learn to use Quill effectively
FAQ
Common questions about Inkwell