Not just another writing gadget.
BYOK has become a go-to drafting tool for bestselling authors, working novelists, and writers who want a quieter place to draft.
Featured review
BYOK is my new go-to distraction-free writing tool.
The Verge
“I've gone through a few different devices, and I think this might be Goldilocks for me. Perfect.”
Carissa Broadbent
“BYOK is a beautiful addition to my writing toolbox.”
J.R. Rogue
“I am hugely impressed. I think this is going to be a huge success for the writing community.”
Michael Jecks
Silence Distractions. Amplify Creativity.
BYOK is a focused writing device that pairs with your favorite keyboard, eliminating apps and notifications to create a space just for writing. Your drafts sync seamlessly to the companion Studio app for organizing and refining when inspiration strikes.
Keyboard Compatibility
Use your favorite keyboard for a comfortable writing experience.
Distraction-Free
Eliminate apps and notifications to stay focused on your writing.
Cloud Syncing
Access your drafts anytime, anywhere—automatically synced to the Studio app for easy editing and organization.
Features
Highly Responsive LCD Display
Fast refresh rate with minimal to no lag. Monochrome coloring for eye comfort.
Long Battery Life
Up to twenty hours of continuous use on a single charge, lasting most writers weeks!
Magnetic Mount For Stands
Pick from thousands of commercially available stands to mount your BYOK at any position for maximum ergonomic benefit.
Cloud Sync
Automatically back up your work and access it anytime through the Studio app.
Adjustable Warm Backlight
Perfect visibility in any lighting condition with a warm light for eye comfort. No more straining your eyes in the dark.
Customizable Writing Experience
Pick from over 80 custom fonts and adjust size, contrast, and backlight level to make BYOK feel like yours.
Offline Storage & Easy Transfers
Save your work directly to a microSD card and transfer files easily to your computer via USB—no internet required.
Connected to the Studio App
Draft on BYOK, then organize and edit in the Studio app for a seamless writing workflow.
BYOK Ecosystem
A seamless writing ecosystem.
BYOK Device + Studio
BYOK offers a cohesive writing environment that adapts to your creative process — whether you begin with planning or dive straight into drafting on the device. When it’s time to organize, expand, or refine, transition seamlessly into Studio: a clean, flexible space designed to keep your writing front and center.
Your workflow
Tools tailored to every stage.
Develop outlines, wikis, and grids to structure your ideas.
Drafting
BYOK Device or App
Write your content in a distraction-free environment.
Rearrange and structure your work using cards and outlines.
Edit and refine your drafts with intuitive tools.
Integration
Seamless device integration.
Instant sync
Everything you write on the BYOK device automatically syncs to Studio in real time.
Universal access
While optimized for computers, access Studio from any device with a web browser.
Continuous growth
Big plans ahead. Studio will keep growing with long-term development planned.
Write the way you think.
BYOK provides the tools to support your unique creative journey.
BYOK + Studio
Draft on BYOK. Shape the work in Studio.
BYOK gives you a quiet place to write. Studio gives you a focused place to organize, revise, and develop the work after the draft is captured.
Draft without distractions
Capture the words on BYOK while the ideas are moving.
Sync your writing
Your drafts carry over automatically when you connect.
Organize and revise in Studio
Shape scenes, chapters, and notes into a finished work.
“Studio gives you almost a complete Scrivener-type way of planning, plotting, outlining — everything you could want to do with a book.”
Michael Jecks
“Protecting my brain from noise helps my creativity flow. The BYOK is a beautiful addition to my writing toolbox. The ability to take it and a keyboard wherever I go to write on lunch breaks is so wonderful. I am also a huge fan of their Studio app.”
J.R. Rogue
NewCapture Commands
Ideas mid-draft? Capture them without stopping.
Type a simple command while you write on BYOK, and Studio turns it into a structured piece of your project when you sync — a plot card, a wiki entry, an outline beat — without ever pulling you out of the draft.
::card::wiki::outline::note::task
In StudioPlot
The door in the cellar
A hidden door beneath the old inn. Mara hears something breathing behind it.
Bring Your Own Keyboard
The keyboard is a personal choice. BYOK works with the vast majority of wireless and wired keyboards, so you can write with the one you already love.
Ultra Portable
The BYOK is designed with portability in mind. Roughly the size of a smartphone, it easily slips into your pocket or bag, allowing you to capture your ideas whenever and wherever inspiration strikes. Whether you're commuting, traveling, or just stepping out for a coffee, your writing companion is always within reach.
Smartphone-sized
Compact design for ultimate portability
- Fits easily in your bag
- Perfect for coffee shop writing sessions
- Capture ideas anywhere, anytime
- The perfect travel companion for writers on the go
Ergonomics Designed for You
BYOK's magnetic stand mount adapts to your setup for ultimate comfort. Use the included stand for a desk-friendly angle or attach it to any stand, from tabletop to full-sized tripods, for perfect posture at any height.
See How Writers Use It
Real setups from real writers. Every one of them chose their own keyboard and made it their own.
📷 u/newsINcinci
📷 u/ff-88
📷 u/Old-Amount-6133
📷 u/paperbackpiles
📷 u/wholivesinthewoods
📷 u/SchwartzReports
📷 u/chillbanshee
📷 u/RWWGreene
📷 u/mattyoungmark
📷 u/jkreibich
Specifications
- Matte black finish
- Micro SD Card Slot for unlimited storage
- Wi-Fi enabled for cloud syncing
- USB-C port for charging and data transfer
- Compatible with wired and wireless keyboards
- Wireless keyboards allow for optimal battery life
- FSTN LCD for optimal visibility
- Three fonts and font sizes available
- Adjustable warm backlight
- Fast response time. No distracting input lag
- Dimensions: 164mm x 79mm x 15mm
- Magnetic mount compatible with standard smartphone/tablet accessories
- Four tactile push buttons ergonomically positioned on the back
Language & Layout Support
Menu languages
More menu languages are planned. This list will grow over time.
- English
- German
- Spanish
- French
Supported keyboard layouts
Connect your keyboard and type in the languages your layout supports. This is the current list. More keyboard layouts are on the way.
- US QWERTY
- UK QWERTY
- French AZERTY
- German QWERTZ
- Italian QWERTY
- Spanish QWERTY
- US International
- Canadian French
- Dvorak
- Colemak
- Swedish
- Danish
- 20 hours of continuous battery life
- Easy-to-access battery for simpler repairs
Adjustable Warm Backlight
BYOK's adjustable warm backlight reduces eye strain and lets you set the perfect brightness for any condition, ensuring comfortable writing day or night.
See BYOK in action
A short walkthrough of how the device works in everyday writing.
An earlier walkthrough — the device shown is a 3D-printed prototype and Studio has been visually refreshed since, but the way you use both is largely the same.
Made For Writers
The perfect companion for writers. BYOK is designed to optimize your writing process and maximize your creativity.
Boost your word count 2-3x with BYOK's distraction-free environment, enabling focused and productive writing without interruptions.
The minimalist environment sparks creativity by providing a focused space for writers to explore ideas and craft narratives seamlessly.
BYOK's ergonomic design provides versatile positioning options, catering to traditional setups or even standing positions for optimal comfort and posture.
Kickstarter Success
Beyond All Expectations
Our Kickstarter campaign shattered expectations, proving the writing community was hungry for innovation.
$373,571
Total Raised
Crushed all expectations
2,377
Amazing Backers
Over 10,000 followers added
Goal reached in 3 minutes
Our community showed up in the first moments
$175,000 in 12 hours
Only halfway through the first day, our goals were far exceeded
Who is the BYOK for?
The BYOK is built for anyone who loves to write and fits seamlessly into most writing workflows—especially during the early stages like first drafts of books, blog posts, video scripts, or even emails. Paired with our Writing Studio app, it becomes part of a complete ecosystem that helps you draft distraction-free, then organize, refine, and manage your work across devices.
Authors
and aspiring authors
Journalers
for personal reflection
Content Creators
for blogs and scripts
All Other Writers!
who value their time and focus
Ready to write distraction-free?
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