Find the InkSmith that fits your work.
Free covers visual design, core templates, CSV and JSON data, and mail merge. Standard adds production PDF tools; Pro expands data sources, forms, and batch output. See current offers and local prices at InkSmith.
- Free remains available
- 14-day Pro trial
- Desktop application
- Windows and Linux installers
Free
A lasting desktop studio for design and trying your document workflow.
- Visual editor and core templates
- CSV and JSON data sources
- Mail merge and .inks template sharing
- Up to 2 pages in draft RGB with a small Free footer credit
- Up to 5 records per batch
Standard
For polished everyday PDF production and larger batches.
- PDF export without the Free footer credit or page limit
- Quality, compression, and CMYK options
- Barcodes, QR codes, PDF import, and redaction
- Up to 100 records per batch
Pro
For expanded data connections and production at scale.
- Everything in Standard
- Unlimited batches and merged PDF output
- Excel and database data sources
- Fillable PDF forms, IDML import, and Pro templates
New installations include 14 days of Pro. Available offers, prices, and license terms depend on your billing country; check them at InkSmith before ordering.
Free, Standard & Pro at a glance
Start with Free. Choose Standard or Pro when you need PDFs without the Free footer credit, larger batches, or advanced data sources.
| Feature | FreeStart here | Standard | Pro |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visual editor and core templates | |||
| CSV and JSON data sources | |||
| Mail merge and template sharing | |||
| Images, shapes, tables, and charts | |||
| PDF export | 2 pages · small footer credit | ||
| No Free footer credit or page limit | |||
| Quality and CMYK options | |||
| Barcode and QR code elements | |||
| PDF import, page editing, and redaction | |||
| Records per batch | 5 | 100 | Unlimited |
| One merged PDF per batch | |||
| Excel and database sources | |||
| Fillable PDF fields and IDML import | |||
| Pro templates and guided starts |
Questions before you download
Is the Free edition really free?
Yes. Free remains available after the 14-day Pro trial. The visual editor, core templates, CSV and JSON data, and mail merge remain usable.
What are the Free limits?
Free exports up to the first 2 pages in draft RGB with a small InkSmith Free footer credit. Mail merge is limited to 5 records per batch.
Can I share my templates?
Yes. Save templates as portable .inks packages and share them across installations. The core template library remains available in Free.
Which operating systems are supported?
The download page lists installer options for Windows and Linux and shows which are currently available.
Can I upgrade later?
Yes. You can choose an available paid edition from Free. Your existing documents and templates remain in place.
How much does a license cost?
Available offers and local prices depend on your billing country. Check current pricing and license terms at inksmith.world/pricing.
Where is my data processed?
InkSmith Desktop designs and exports documents locally. The optional remote Press Control service for shared templates and jobs requires a separate entitlement and server.
Start your first document.
Download InkSmith, open a template, and preview your first PDF. Try Pro for 14 days and continue using Free afterward. See current paid offers when you need more production tools.
14-day Pro trial · Free afterward · Windows and Linux installers