Is this software really free?
Yes! The Scripped Writer software is absolutely, 100%, free to use and that's how it's going to stay. This means you can write, save, and print as many scripts as you like. You shouldn't have to pay to create! Besides, that $250 can be used to buy more important things ... like dvd box sets of all those TV shows you missed. BACK TO TOP.
Do I need an account?
Yes. To access the many features at Scripped.com, each user must sign up for an account and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. This protects you and us and all other writers on the site from amoral, thieving devils. Scripped uses your account information to safely store your scripts in your own secure online environment. Once your account is created, you will be able to write scripts with the Scripped Writer and manage your scripts & drafts online from any internet connected computer. Basically, anywhere! BACK TO TOP.
Can I sign in as a guest?
You're probably asking because you don't want to enter personal information, right? Because this is a free software, we do not allow guest accounts at this time. Birthday and Zip Code info helps us to better understand what kinds of people are using Scripped so we can create better services for our users. Rest assured, as our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy contracts say, your identifying personal and script information is always secure and NEVER shared. BACK TO TOP.
Does my account expire?
Don't worry, your account does not expire. The free software is not a trial period. Writing, saving, and printing your script with the online Scripped Writer software will always be free from now till forever. As long as life exists. BACK TO TOP.
What browsers are supported?
Scripped strongly recommends using Firefox (2 & up) and Internet Explorer 7 on a Windows based PC and Firefox (2 & up) on a Mac (support for Safari will be coming soon!). These are the most stable environments for accessing the advanced features of the Scripped Writer.
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I am concerned about hackers and server failures, is it safe to be writing my script online? Is my work online really secure?
Yes! Scripped provides a secure and safe, fully backed-up environment for all writers to come and write their scripts without fear of compromising their intellectual property. We use sophisticated safeguards, both on the server and the software level, to protect your intellectual property and allow you to control who has access to your material.
Currently, by default, all Scripped User Accounts are completely private. This means that nobody else has access to your scripts. In the future, when script sharing and public areas of the site are more developed, you alone will have privacy control and will be able to decide what content remains private (your eyes only) and what content is shared. The power will always be with the content creator (you!). BACK TO TOP.
I'm a beginner. Can I still use your software?
The Scripped Writer is perfect for beginning writers who are learning to format and create their scripts. In addition to many helpful tools you can use while you are writing, Scripped has a detailed help section that will introduce you to industry standard script formatting, teach you how to use the Scripped Writer, and get you on your way. Please visit www.scripped.com/help to explore these helpful articles. BACK TO TOP.
Do I need to know how to format a script?
No! Scripped Writer magically formats all the elements of your script for you and provides easy-to-use tools that make the writing experience seamless. There's no experience required!
Since Scripped Writer automatically formats your script according to industry standards, you can read our introductory script tutorial in 2 minutes and start writing today. In no time you will be writing and formatting like a pro. BACK TO TOP.
Who can read my script?
Only you, the creator, have access to read your screenplays online. All content is privately stored on the Scripped servers and is accessible only by entering your unique login information. BACK TO TOP.
What about Scripped admins? Aren't they lurking in the dark to read and steal all our great ideas?
Nope, we have better things to do with our time -- like coming up with more amazing services! But actually, that doesn't even matter because the Scripped online storage system prevents anyone, even the founders and the developing programmers, from accessing your scripts. So even if we had a rogue double agent, they would be powerless against the sytem. End of story. BACK TO TOP.
Can I upload my existing script files and edit them in the Scripped Writer?
Yes! With Scripped Import you can add a script you started writing in another program to your Scripped account by following a few simple steps. No matter where you started writing, Scripped can be your online screenwriting partner. And soon, with our handy "Export" feature, you will have the freedom to take your completed screenplay out of your Scripped account and use it in most industry leading production and scheduling software. BACK TO TOP.
How do I print or email my script?
You can export a secure PDF version of your script and save it to your computer. Once the document is saved to your computer, you can print or email your screenplay as much as you like. BACK TO TOP.
Can Scripped help me sell my script?
Scripped does not currently market or sell scripts. We provide easy-to-use screenwriting tools for all writers. So, you can write your masterpiece with us and take it wherever you like to get it sold. BACK TO TOP.
What about copyright? If I write my script using this free software, does Scripped share my copyright?
No. Only YOU own the copyright to your work. Scripped is not entitled to any copyright sharing or ownership of your work. In fact, our lawyers have made it explicitly clear in our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Copyrights and security are concerns that we take VERY seriously. For more information about Scripped's policies toward intellectual property and copyright, please visit the "Copyright" and "Copyright Infringement" sections of our Terms of Use at http://www.scripped.com/term. BACK TO TOP.
What happens if I sell my script? Do I owe anything to Scripped?
No. There are no fees associated with the sale of your script and Scripped is not entitled to a percentage of any script sales that occur in the open market. (Of course, you could always give us a testimonial! hint, hint) BACK TO TOP.
