About Thetapad

We're building the LaTeX editor we always wanted: fast, private, and designed for real academic workflows.

Our Mission

Academic writing shouldn't require compromising on privacy or paying enterprise prices. We started Thetapad because we experienced firsthand the frustration of slow cloud editors, privacy concerns with uploading research data, and the complexity of local LaTeX setups.

Thetapad compiles LaTeX entirely in your browser using WebAssembly technology. Your documents never leave your device unless you choose to sync them. This isn't just a feature—it's our core philosophy.

Why We Built Thetapad

Privacy First

Research data is sensitive. Whether it's unpublished findings, grant proposals, or student information, your work should stay private until you decide to share it.

Instant Compilation

No more waiting for server queues. Thetapad compiles your documents locally using SwiftLaTeX, giving you instant feedback as you write.

Real-Time Collaboration

Work with co-authors in real-time with cursor presence and live updates—all while maintaining the privacy-first approach.

Accessible Pricing

A generous free tier for individuals, 50% student discounts, and transparent pricing. Quality tools shouldn't break the budget.

The Team

Thetapad is built by a small team of developers and academics who use LaTeX daily. We've written theses, research papers, grant proposals, and lecture notes—we understand the workflow because we live it.

We're committed to building tools that respect user privacy while providing the modern features that academic writers need. Every feature we add is something we'd want to use ourselves.

Open Source & Transparency

We believe in transparency. Our core editor is open source, allowing the community to verify our privacy claims and contribute improvements. You can inspect exactly how your data is handled.

We also maintain an active blog with tutorials, tips, and guides for LaTeX users of all levels—from beginners writing their first document to researchers managing complex multi-file projects.

Get in Touch

Have questions, feedback, or just want to say hello? We'd love to hear from you.