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articy:draft X FREE is a standalone version of articy:draft X and the ideal, no hassle entry point to narrative design software.

Create characters, dialogues, and complex branching stories with the full toolset.

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• FAQ

  Is there any risk to get charged while using articy:draft X FREE?
  No there is not. To make sure of it, we’re not asking for any kind of payment details to download and use articy:draft X FREE.

  How do I get my FREE version?
  To get articy:draft X FREE simply fill in the form on this page. You will receive an automatic email with your access key and download information.

  What are objects?
  An object is a single piece of content you add to your project. In articy:draft X FREE you will have 700 objects FREE for each of your projects. The FREE objects are split between Flow Elements, Dialogue Nodes, Dialogue Fragments, Entities, Assets and Locations.

  How do I know how many FREE objects I have left in my project?
  You can check the number of used and available FREE objects in the object counter. For step by step instructions please check the dedicated Help Center section.

  What happens when I exceed the FREE objects?
  If you’ve used up the FREE objects and created additional ones, your project will enter a locked state. If that happens you can choose to upgrade and unlock unlimited objects, but if that’s not your thing you can also delete the extra objects to unlock your project and continue to use the FREE version, we won’t judge.

  If I exceed the FREE objects in one project, will the other projects get locked too?
  No, all your other projects will stay unlocked. Each project has 700 objects that can be used for FREE and its own object counter.

  Can I still export my content if I don’t want to buy the paid version?
  Yes, you can use all exports with the FREE version.

  Do I need to pay a fee if I decide to sell my game after if I finished it with articy:draft X FREE without ever upgrading?
  No. articy:draft X FREE comes with commercial rights included. You are free to use it for commercial purposes.

  Do I have to give credits if I finished my entire project with articy:draft X FREE without ever upgrading and decide to publish it?
  We would love it if you add articy:draft X FREE to your credits or decide to give us a shout out on social media. But you do not have to.

  How does upgrading from articy:draft X FREE to the paid version work?
  If you decide to upgrade, all you need to do is update your license key in the bubble menu at the top left. You will instantly unlock unlimited objects for all your existing projects and can continue with your story right from where you left off.

  Can I also upgrade from Single User to Multi User?
  The Single User and Multi User are separate products of articy:draft X so there is no direct way to upgrade from the Single User to Multi User. You can cancel your Single User Subscription at any time and purchase a Multi User Subscription separately. All Single User projects can also be converted and continued with the Multi User.

  Is there a FREE Multi User version?
  No, the Multi User does not have a standalone FREE version, but if you and your team wish to try it out, you can request a free Multi User Trial by contacting sales@articy.com.