Etherpad service

• Official website
• Full documentation
• Source code
• Support

Source: the Etherpad repository on Github

Etherpad is a web-based collaborative real-time editor, primarily used for collaborative writing and editing of rich text documents. It allows multiple users to work on a document simultaneously, seeing each other’s changes in real-time.

Etherpad is commonly used in educational settings for collaborative note-taking, in business environments for brainstorming sessions and document drafting, and in open-source communities for collaborative documentation efforts.

Features¶

Key features of Etherpad include:

• Real-time Collaboration: Multiple users can edit the same document simultaneously, with changes being instantly visible to all participants.
• Version History: Etherpad maintains a version history of the document, allowing users to track changes over time and revert to previous versions if needed.
• Chat Functionality: Etherpad includes a built-in chat function, enabling users to communicate with each other while collaborating on a document.
• Accessibility: Etherpad is accessible via web browsers, making it easy for users to collaborate from anywhere with an internet connection.
• Customization: Etherpad can be customized and extended with plugins to add additional functionality or integrate with other systems.
• Open Source: Etherpad is open-source software, allowing users to access, modify, and distribute the code freely.

Usage¶

• Service URL: https://etherpad.your-server.com
• Administrative URL: https://etherpad.your-server.com/admin