AutoDoc is Windows software that captures workflows as step-by-step guides with screenshots, UI-aware step text, and local storage on your PC.

How is AutoDoc different from Scribe?

Scribe is cloud-first and browser-oriented. AutoDoc is local-first on Windows with UI Automation step names and data stored on your machine.

How much does AutoDoc Pro cost?

AutoDoc Pro starts from €9.99 per month per seat (VAT included), with volume discounts for multiple seats. You use the same free app; Pro is activated with a license key.

Frequently asked questions

Q: Does AutoDoc work offline?

Yes. You can capture, edit, and export guides without uploading documentation to the cloud. Pro license verification requires periodic internet access.

Q: Is the download free?

Yes. There is one AutoDoc installer for Windows. Installing is free; free-tier features work without a license. Pro capabilities in the app are locked until you enter a license key—there is no separate Pro download.

Q: Is VAT included in the price?

Yes. All AutoDoc Pro prices on autodocguide.com and at checkout are VAT included. The amount shown is the total you pay—no VAT or sales tax is added on top. Your invoice from Lemon Squeezy includes the VAT breakdown where required.

Quick answers about AutoDoc — the local-first alternative to cloud documentation tools like Scribe and desktop tools like Folge.

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What is AutoDoc?

AutoDoc is one Windows application for step-by-step guides and process documentation. It captures screenshots on actions, writes UI-aware step instructions, and stores everything locally. Downloading is free; free-tier features work without payment. Pro features in the app stay locked until you enter a license key.

Is the download free? Do I need a separate Pro app?

No payment is required to install AutoDoc. There is only one installer. You can use free-tier features immediately; Pro tools in the app remain behind a license paywall until you buy and enter a key under Settings → License Management on the same installation.

Does AutoDoc work offline?

Yes for capture, editing, and export. Pro subscriptions need occasional online license validation; your guide content is not uploaded for documentation storage.

Is AutoDoc a Scribe alternative?

Many teams use AutoDoc when they need Windows desktop capture and data sovereignty instead of browser-only cloud guides. See our Scribe alternative page for a detailed comparison.

How does AutoDoc compare to Folge?

Both are local-first. AutoDoc emphasizes UI Automation narration and collaborative libraries on Windows. See AutoDoc vs Folge.

What can I export?

Free: watermarked PDF. Pro: watermark-free PDF, Word (DOCX), HTML manuals, Markdown bundles, plus PII masking and backup ZIPs.

What are the system requirements?

Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit). Download the latest installer from the downloads page.

Installing AutoDoc at work — IT blocked the download

Many company PCs block installers or require an administrator. Do not ask every colleague to fight SmartScreen alone. Send your IT team the IT deployment guide so they can deploy the same signed MSI via Intune, SCCM, or your software catalog. After install, each user activates their license in the app.

How much does Pro cost?

From €9.99/month per seat, VAT included, with discounts for multiple seats. You keep using the same free app—Pro is activated with a license key, not a different download. See Free vs Pro tiers on the homepage.

Is VAT included in the price?

Yes—all prices include VAT. The €9.99 shown on the site and at Lemon Squeezy checkout is the total amount you pay. No VAT or sales tax is added on top. Business customers receive an invoice with the VAT breakdown where required.

How do I evaluate SOP or work instruction software for a regulated environment?

Start with data residency and whether screenshots upload to a vendor cloud. Our work instruction buyer's guide and SOP buyer's guide for 2026 compare tools on compliance, ERP capture, and air-gap fit. For deployment and security reviews, see IT security & procurement and offline documentation.

Where is my data stored?

On your PC. AutoDoc does not host your screenshots or guide content on AutoDoc servers. Read the privacy statement for legal detail, or the offline documentation overview for air-gapped and perimeter-safe workflows.