Typora
What Typora is
Typora is a desktop Markdown editor and reader for Linux, macOS, and Windows, designed to show a live preview while writing. It supports images, headings, lists, tables, code fences, mathematics, diagrams, and inline styles, with syntax highlighting for around 100 languages. Mermaid diagrams and MathJax extensions such as mhchem and AMSmath are included. Typora exports PDF files with bookmarks and imports or exports docx, OpenOffice, LaTeX, MediaWiki, and Epub formats. Themes can be customized with CSS. On macOS, images can be sent to a cloud server through iPic, while third-party services can sync Markdown files. Documents, automatic backups, and application logs are stored locally. Anonymous usage data is sent only when enabled in preferences. Typora works offline and has no mobile apps. A 15-day trial is listed. The one-time Typora license costs 14.99 USD, covers one user on up to three devices, and has no subscription or renewal fee; refunds may be requested within 30 days.
Who it suits
Typora suits writers and developers who want Markdown editing with live preview, offline storage, diagrams, mathematics, and broad import or export options. It is for desktop users on Linux, macOS, or Windows.
What it does well
- Live Markdown preview while writing
- Syntax highlighting for around 100 languages
- Mermaid and MathJax support
- Offline use with local document storage
- One license covers up to three devices
What to know first
- No mobile apps
- No free plan
- Third-party sync and image upload require separate tools
- Bulk licenses are not offered
Limits
There is no free plan; access is paid after the 15-day trial. One license is for one user and can be activated on up to three devices.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Typora Full License | 15-day free evaluation period · License activation on up to three devices for one user · No subscription or renewal fee | $14.99 a month |
| Typora license | One-time payment; no subscription · One user · up to 3 devices · no expiration | $14.99, paid once |
As typora.io lists them, read 19 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Open the Typora website
- Choose Linux, macOS, or Windows
- Start the 15-day free evaluation
- Activate a license for one user on up to three devices
- Import or create Markdown files
- Customize the theme with CSS
Verdict
Typora provides a focused Markdown workspace with live preview, extensive format support, and offline files. Its 14.99 USD one-time license covers one user on three devices, with a 15-day evaluation period.
Questions
What platforms does Typora support?
Typora is available for Linux, macOS, and Windows. Mobile apps are not provided.
Is there a free plan or trial?
There is no free plan, but a 15-day free trial is listed.
How much does Typora cost?
The Typora Full License is listed at $14.99 a month. The Typora license is listed at $14.99, paid once as a one-time payment with no subscription or expiration.
What formats can Typora handle?
It imports or exports docx, OpenOffice, LaTeX, MediaWiki, and Epub, and exports PDF with bookmarks.
Where are documents stored?
Documents, automatic backups, and application logs are stored locally on the device.
Can one license cover multiple devices?
One license covers one user and can be activated on up to three devices.
Facts from Typora's own pages
- Code highlighting
- Typora supports syntax highlighting for around 100 languages. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Diagrams and math
- Its features include Mermaid diagrams and built-in MathJax extensions such as mhchem and AMSmath. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Export formats
- extensive · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Free plan
- No · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Import and export
- It exports PDF with bookmarks and supports importing or exporting formats including docx, OpenOffice, LaTeX, MediaWiki, and Epub. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- On macOS, Typora can upload images to a cloud server through iPic; Markdown files can also be synced using third-party tools such as iCloud Drive, Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- License limit
- One license is for one user and can be activated on up to three devices; the maker says it does not offer bulk licenses. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Local data
- Typora’s GDPR statement says documents, automatic backups, and application logs are stored locally on the user’s device. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Markdown features
- It supports images, headers, lists, tables, code fences, mathematics, diagrams, and inline styles. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Mobile apps
- No · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Offline mode
- Yes · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Optional third-party tools
- Typora may launch configured image-upload scripts or optionally installed Pandoc for import and export, and says these are not installed automatically. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Platforms
- The maker lists macOS, Windows, and Linux downloads; it says it is focusing on desktop and there will not be a mobile version in the near future. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Privacy
- Anonymous usage data is sent only when the user enables “Send Anonymous Usage Info” in preferences; the privacy policy says disabling it stops data collection by Typora. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Product
- Typora is a minimal Markdown editor and reader with live preview while writing. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Publishing tools
- Yes · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Refund
- The purchase information says customers can request a refund within 30 days of purchase. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Paid from
- 14.99 · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
- Support
- Typora provides support documentation and accepts software usage questions by email. · support.typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Themes
- Users can customize Typora themes with CSS. · typora.io, 11 Oct 2026
- Version history
- Yes · store.typora.io, 19 Sept 2026
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