Questions people usually ask before installing.
What's actually included in one purchase?
The planned purchase includes all eight tools, Windows and Intel Mac support, lifetime updates, and unlimited books. No per-book fees or extra tool purchases from Audiobook Factory. AI narration uses your own ElevenLabs account, with usage billed separately by ElevenLabs.
Do I need an ElevenLabs subscription to use the AI narration tab?
Yes. The 11Labs Studio tab is a professional interface for ElevenLabs' text-to-speech API — you bring your ElevenLabs account and API key. If you'd rather narrate yourself, the Recorder tab works with any microphone and doesn't need a subscription of any kind.
Does it work on Mac?
Yes — Intel Mac support is available now, and the build is signed and notarized by Apple so it installs cleanly without the "unidentified developer" security warning most indie apps trip. Apple Silicon (M-series) support is planned for a future release.
Do I need to be online to use it?
Writing, self-recording, and mastering work locally in Ebook Workshop, Recorder, Forger, Splitter, and Library Editor. AI narration sends the text you choose to ElevenLabs and requires internet access. Downloading reference audio and checking for app updates also use the internet.
Can I sell the audiobooks I produce with it?
Yes. What you produce with the app is yours to publish, sell, distribute, or license however you want. Some platforms (Audible/ACX, for example) have disclosure requirements for AI-narrated titles — check their current policy if you're using the 11Labs Studio path.
When can I buy it?
Public launch is planned for Fall 2026. Until then it's in private beta. Request access on the beta signup page — Danny reads every request personally.
Something else on your mind? Email danny@audiobookfactory.ai — replies come from Danny, not a bot.