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Stay up to date with the latest features and improvements

OAuth MCP Connections, Developer Page Redesign, Billing Fixes

Claude and ChatGPT can now connect to Writingmate's MCP server with a one-click sign-in instead of a manual API key, the /developers page got a full redesign, and we closed out a batch of billing and generation reliability bugs.

  • NewOAuth login for MCP — connect Claude, ChatGPT, or any MCP-compatible client to Writingmate with a one-click sign-in instead of pasting an API key
  • NewWalkthrough videos — click-to-play demo videos added to the /developers page and several free AI tools so you can see a feature in action before trying it
  • Improved/developers page redesigned to match the rest of Writingmate, with clearer setup steps and an up-to-date list of models included in your plan
  • ImprovedVideo generation failures now explain the real reason, like a moderation block or an unsupported input, instead of a generic error
  • ImprovedImage generation for image-only models now routes through the correct API, fixing failed generations for those models
  • FixedTrial subscription upgrades and cancellations now reconcile correctly with Stripe, so paid plans no longer get overwritten or stuck mid-trial
  • FixedDeleting an AI agent no longer times out
  • FixedStreaming chat requests now surface the real error, like an unavailable model, instead of a generic failure
  • FixedAudio transcription and image generation errors now show the actual provider reason instead of a generic server error

Chat Effort Selector and a Developer API

Pick how hard reasoning models think before they answer, connect your own agent tools through a new developer API and MCP endpoint, and get a handful of billing and reliability fixes.

  • NewChat effort selector — choose low, medium, or high reasoning effort for Claude and other reasoning-capable models right next to the model picker
  • NewDeveloper API & MCP endpoint — a new /developers page and an authenticated MCP JSON-RPC surface so agent tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and OpenCode can call chat, image, and video generation directly
  • ImprovedOnboarding checklist steps can now be skipped individually instead of only being dismissed all at once, including a new prompt to invite a teammate
  • ImprovedReasoning effort controls now reflect each model's real capability data, so the selector shows up correctly instead of being guessed from the provider name
  • FixedTrial subscription cancellation now works correctly instead of silently failing
  • FixedAppSumo lifetime deal credits reset properly on your monthly anniversary date
  • FixedLong conversations with Claude models no longer fail with a cache-overflow error
  • FixedMath expressions in markdown now render correctly instead of showing raw syntax
  • FixedVoice dictation no longer swaps short spoken commands for unrelated words from your custom vocabulary list

Chat with Any File, Seedance 2.0 Video & Usage Dashboard

No more 'file too large' errors. Upload any document and ask questions about it. Plus new video generation and a way to track your usage.

  • NewChat with files of any size — no more 'file too large' errors. Ask questions about long documents and the AI reads the relevant sections for you
  • NewSeedance 2.0 video — create cinematic videos with built-in audio, realistic physics, and camera control
  • NewUsage dashboard — see how many messages you've used today, which models you use most, and your usage over time
  • NewOpenAI-Compatible API — connect coding agents like OpenCode, OpenClaw, and Aider to your Writingmate account
  • ImprovedMore generous daily limits for AppSumo users — you can now use up to 30 Pro and 5 Ultimate messages per day on Tier 1
  • ImprovedAttach files to any model — PDFs, text files, and documents work everywhere, not just on select models
  • FixedFollow-up messages now stay in the same conversation instead of creating a new one

AI Image Editing & OpenAI-Compatible API

Edit your AI-generated images directly in the viewer, and connect any OpenAI-compatible tool to Writingmate.

  • NewEdit AI images after generation — paint over the area you want to change, describe the edit, and the AI updates only that region
  • NewOpenAI-compatible API — use Writingmate from OpenCode, Aider, Cursor, or any tool that supports custom OpenAI endpoints
  • NewDeveloper keys — create API keys in Settings to use Writingmate programmatically
  • NewDownload button now visible on hover in the image gallery (no more digging through menus)
  • ImprovedImage library loads significantly faster with parallel queries and pagination

New Models Appear Automatically

When a new frontier model launches, it now shows up in your model list automatically.

  • NewNew frontier models from OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, and others appear automatically when released
  • ImprovedModels load instantly — no more waiting for the model list to populate
  • ImprovedReduced token consumption with cached prompt discounts, saving you messages on repeated conversations

AppSumo Lifetime Deal & Security

Lifetime deal available on AppSumo with credit pools, plus improved login security.

  • NewAppSumo lifetime deal with tiered credit pools for Pro, Ultimate, Image, and Video
  • NewBYOK (Bring Your Own Key) — add your OpenRouter API key for unlimited access to all models at cost
  • NewAnti-bot protection with Cloudflare Turnstile on email login
  • FixedBlocked disposable email domains used by bot farms

Projects & Media Sharing

Organize your work into projects and share your AI creations publicly.

  • NewProjects — organize chats into projects with file sources, instructions, and sidebar navigation (like ChatGPT Projects)
  • NewShare AI-generated images and videos publicly with a link
  • ImprovedImage and video generation UX improvements across the platform

Onboarding Wizard & Creator Program

New personalized setup flow and a way for content creators to earn with Writingmate.

  • New3-step onboarding wizard with personalized model recommendations based on your use case
  • NewCreator program — earn $2-5 per 1,000 views creating Writingmate content on YouTube
  • NewCancel your subscription directly from Settings without visiting Stripe
  • NewDedicated image generation page at /text-to-image with model selector
  • ImprovedFile uploads now show friendly names (PDF, DOCX) instead of MIME types

40% Off Annual Ultimate & Dynamic Model Catalog

Permanent deal on the Ultimate annual plan and a smarter model catalog.

  • New40% off annual Ultimate plan — $432/year instead of $720
  • NewModel catalog updates automatically when new models are added

Android App (PWA)

Install Writingmate as an app on your Android device.

  • NewInstall Writingmate as a native-feeling app on Android via your browser
  • ImprovedFaster page loads with service worker caching

Blog, Model Comparisons & Side-by-Side Chat

Compare AI models head-to-head and read in-depth articles about new releases.

  • NewCompare responses from multiple AI models side by side on desktop
  • NewModel comparison pages — see benchmarks, pricing, and capabilities at a glance
  • NewBlog with articles about GPT-5.2, Gemini 3 Flash, Nano Banana Pro, and more
  • NewSmart rate limit handling — when you hit a limit, choose a fallback model instantly
  • ImprovedFile upload now disabled for models that don't support files (prevents confusing errors)

Sora 2 & VEO 3 Video Generation

Generate AI videos with the latest models and manage your subscription more easily.

  • NewSora 2 and VEO 3 video generation pages with how-to guides
  • NewNano Banana Pro image generation with 20 showcase examples
  • NewCancel subscription wizard — see your billing details and cancel without leaving Writingmate
  • NewAI search buttons on all FAQ sections — ask ChatGPT, Perplexity, or Google about any question
  • ImprovedPricing page redesigned with model badges, testimonials, and payment methods

Mobile Experience & Table Improvements

Enhanced mobile usability and added powerful table features for better data management.

Spreadsheet-style tables with grid borders
CSV download button on tables
Mobile artifact panel overlay
  • NewTables now display in spreadsheet style with grid borders and alternating row colors
  • NewExport any table to CSV with one click (hover to reveal download button)
  • ImprovedArtifact panel now overlays as a sheet on mobile instead of squeezing content
  • FixedFixed mobile view overflows and scrolling issues
  • FixedFixed chat auto-scroll behavior when new messages arrive