Stone is a Windows 10 desktop application used to capture and share knowledge. It facilitates the creation of a veritable research record and engenders trust through its various layers of provenance. By adopting Stone, journalists make a commitment to greater transparency, which elevates well-researched, high-quality reporting.

• Journalists
• Academics (Pedagogy)
• Computer Programmers
• Open Source Investigators
• This is not an exhaustive list. As we develop Stone, it will be applicable in a broader range of fields.

At this time, Stone works exclusively on Windows 10. The windows automatic updates should ensure you have the correct version. Technical details: Minimum version 2004 (10.0.19041.0) with VC++ Redist 2019. Stone will be installable on other operating systems in 2022.

Simply download and install the application (currently available in beta for Windows 10).

Stone creates video bibliographies. Capture evidence with our free desktop software. Share your research process with the world.

Visit our website on your desktop browser to download our software: https://www.writeinstone.com/.

Glad to see you're checking out Stone on Mobile. Stone is exclusive to Windows 10 Desktop systems.

Visit our website on your desktop browser to download our software.

When activating the software for the first time, select 'create new account' and input an email address and password. Should you choose to, verify the account using a link sent to the corresponding email address.

If you receive a Windows message stating you have the 'wrong version', ensure that Windows 10 is fully updated.

Check that your system clock is accurate. Ideally, have it automatically sync to a time provider on the web. If your computer's clock is not exactly right, it will not accept the server's authorization token.

Stone is in Beta, therefore it should only be used when conducting research that can safely be shared publicly. Research will not be sharable until published, but we cannot guarantee that third parties will not be able to access material stored on our servers. Stone's servers are based in Germany, making us subject to GDPR compliance.

No. We collect data on Stone software users and those who interact with produced content. This data is captured and stored in a manner that protects privacy (IPs are hashed). In addition to pseudonymous data, Stone retains a list of email addresses used to log in to our system. Our company maintains strict protocols for sharing this information in-house and does not share email addresses with third parties.

No. The screen capture function is activated only when a user selects to do so.

Yes. Note that this cannot be done without the assistance of a member of the WriteInStone team. Please contact us for further information using the Contact Us feature in the desktop client or by emailing info@writeinstone.com.

On first launch, you will be prompted to create an account using your email address. Stone will also ask you to create a video bio, a short clip that goes at the end of all published Projects so your audience can get to know and support you.

Capture at the desk using screen capture or by uploading external media recorded in the field.

Use your webcam while you work, or select important sections of external media.

Stone is a "Linear Video Editor," meaning most of the work is done as you go. If you have used external media, you can add highlights to that. Stone enables you to permanently remove any sensitive personal information using the redact feature. Review your research before publishing to ensure it's ready for the world.

Once you've finished and clicked "Publish," you will be able to:

• Share a public-facing Project Page with a complete video timeline of your research.
• Embed a Research Portal in your article, which plays highlights and links to the Project Page.
• Copy a QR code for paper documents that links to your Project Page.