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Download Mythos

An offline-first desktop writing app for novelists and world-builders. Your manuscripts live on your machine — private, always available.

Latest release: v0.2.3

Windows

Windows 10 or later · 64-bit

Recommended: Installer (.exe) for most users. MSI for enterprise/managed deployments.

Linux

Ubuntu 20.04+ · Debian · x86_64

Recommended: DEB for Ubuntu/Debian. RPM for Fedora/RHEL.

macOS

Coming soon

DMG installer (.dmg)

macOS support is on the roadmap.

Your files, your machine

Mythos stores everything locally. No cloud required, no account needed. Your manuscripts never leave your computer unless you choose to sync.

Works offline, always

Write on a plane, in a cabin, or anywhere without internet. Every feature works fully offline — no sync required to use the app.

Silent auto-updates

The app checks for updates in the background and installs them the next time you restart. You're always on the latest version without lifting a finger.

System requirements

Windows

OSWindows 10 or later (64-bit)
RAM4 GB minimum, 8 GB recommended
Disk200 MB free space
WebViewWebView2 (auto-installed if missing)

Linux

OSUbuntu 20.04+, Debian 11+, or equivalent
RAM4 GB minimum, 8 GB recommended
Disk200 MB free space
LibrariesWebKit2GTK 4.1, libappindicator3

Free to download, free to write

No account needed for the desktop app. Everything you need to write is included for free.

  • Unlimited stories, chapters, scenes
  • Full rich-text editor
  • Characters, locations, world notes
  • Export as TXT and DOCX
  • Manual backup & restore
  • Light, dark, and sepia themes

Want cloud sync, PDF/EPUB export, and web access? See Pro plan →

Start writing today.

No account. No subscription. Just open the app and write.