How It Works

• Local-First, Always: Drafft uses a local database by default, so you can work offline without worrying about internet connectivity or licensing.
• Self-Hosted Sync: Enable real-time collaboration by self-hosting a CouchDB server. You own the data, and you control the sync.
• Real-Time Collaboration: Multiple users can work on the same project simultaneously, with changes synced in real time.
• Conflict Resolution: Drafft includes a lock/unlock mechanism to prevent conflicts and data loss. If conflicts occur, you can manually resolve them or let Drafft choose the winning revision.

Why You'll Love It

• Privacy First: Your data stays on your machine unless you choose to sync it to your own server.
• Flexible Collaboration: Work offline or online, and sync changes when you’re ready.
• No Subscriptions: No cloud lock-in or recurring fees—just a one-time purchase for a tool you fully control.

Real-Time Sync Made Simple

Set up a CouchDB server (using Docker or any hosting provider), enable remote sync in Drafft, and invite your team. Each user:

1. Sets a unique username.
2. Connects to the same CouchDB server.
3. Works on the same project name.

Changes sync automatically, and everyone stays on the same page.

Conflict Resolution

Drafft’s lock/unlock mechanism prevents conflicts by ensuring no two users edit the same item simultaneously. If conflicts arise:

• Drafft automatically chooses the winning revision.
• You can manually resolve conflicts using the document info drawer or tools like CouchDB’s Fauxton.

Get Started with Multi-User Collaboration

Ready to collaborate with your team? Download Drafft and set up your CouchDB server today. Your data, your rules.