yopad.eu, Collaborative real-time document editor
Collaborative real-time document editor
Collaborative writing
Description: yopad.eu is a highly customisable, collaborative editing tool. It allows users to edit a text document simultaneously and see all the participants' edits in real time. There is also a chat box in the sidebar to allow communication. A pad can be joined through a URL as a viewer or editor. yopad.eu is completely free and open-source, based on EtherPad technology.
Evaluation: yopad.eu is easy-to-use and intuitive based on Etherpad technology. It is free and allows for collaborative writing without setting up an account. Users can access pads through a URL in either edit or read-only mode. It is a suitable and privacy-friendly alternative to other collaborative writing tools such as Google Docs.
Cost: Free + premium options available
Type Of Interaction:
Group/pair work - classmates,
Individual work,
Skills:
Writing,
Content:
Website/other users supply,
You supply,
Usability and tech notes ▼
Time efficiency Time needed to learn how to use a tool and its time-saving potential: High
Interface language(s) The number of languages in which the tool is currently available/adaptable to: English, German
Respect for privacy What data does the tool collect and why? What security measures are there? GDPR compliant? : High. The privacy policy mentions a commitment to data protection and minimisation. It states that essential cookies are used, although it does not specify the exact data collected by these cookies. The policy outlines users' rights, such as the right to access, correct, delete, or restrict data processing. It also mentions the right to object to data processing. Contact information for exercising these rights is provided. It complies with the GDPR. See more here.
Saving work for future use Can work be saved for future use?: A pad can be operational for up to 1 year, hence work can be saved for future use.
Any other relevant information:
- Installation required?: No installation is required for the website version.
- Compatibility/ Operating System: Windows, Linux, MAC, iOS, Android.