Type less.
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Turn short abbreviations into emails, code, and reusable templates. Bring your snippets from TextExpander, TypeIt4Me, Raycast, Espanso, Alfred, or aText. Pay once, keep typing less.

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Requires macOS 26 (Tahoe) or newer. Direct download. No card required for the trial. Buy a license — $17.99

No subscription Snippets stored locally No in-app analytics
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Text expansion shouldn't come with strings attached

Keep a dedicated typing tool with a one-time price, local snippets, and sync you choose.

Subscription fatigue

Buy TypeSnap once for $17.99. Keep using it without a monthly or annual renewal.

Choose when to sync

Your snippet library stays local by default. Enable private iCloud sync only if you want it on your other Macs.

Local usage statistics

Usage counts and estimated time savings stay on your Mac. TypeSnap includes no in-app analytics SDK.

A better way

TypeSnap does things differently

Easy Import

Import from TextExpander, TypeIt4Me, Raycast, Espanso, Alfred, or aText. Convert supported macros and review warnings before using the results.

Privacy First

Text expansion runs locally. Optional private iCloud sync is off by default. Licensing and update checks use network services.

Smart Fill-ins

Create templates with input fields, dropdowns, optional sections, and if/else blocks, with a live preview as you fill them in.

Date Math

Insert dates with calculations. Next Tuesday? Two weeks from now? Easy.

Quick Search

Press ⌘+Shift+T, or a shortcut you choose, to search and expand any snippet instantly.

Version History

Auto-save up to 50 versions of each snippet. Restore any previous version instantly.

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Bring your library

Bring your snippets from the app you use now

Import your existing snippets and groups, convert supported macros, and review any conversion warnings. Test important templates before relying on them.

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Export your snippets from TextExpander, TypeIt4Me, Raycast, Espanso, Alfred, or aText
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Open File → Import Snippets and choose your file
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Review warnings, then test your imported snippets
See the import guide
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How TypeSnap compares

We believe in transparent comparisons. Here's how we stack up.

Feature TypeSnap TextExpander TypeIt4Me
One-time purchase ✓ ✗ ✓
TextExpander import (current versions) ✓ N/A ✗
TypeIt4Me import ✓ ✓ N/A
No snippet-sync account required ✓ ✗ ✓
Fill-in fields ✓ ✓ ✓
Price $17.99 once Pro $60/year One-time; see vendor

TextExpander can expand cached snippets offline after setup. This comparison concerns account and sync setup, not internet access for every expansion. Import support depends on app version and macro type; test converted snippets. TypeIt4Me 7 does not directly import other apps; older versions had different import options.

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Simple, honest pricing

One price. Forever yours. No tricks.

5 years at current paid-plan prices:

TypeSnap
$17.99
TextExpander
$300

Paid-plan prices checked October 1, 2026: TextExpander Pro is $60 USD/year with annual billing; its Free plan allows 5 active snippets. TypeSnap is $17.99 once. This compares prices, not identical features. Prices may change.

$17.99 one-time
  • All features included
  • Unlimited snippets
  • Import from 6 other apps
  • Free updates for life
  • No account required
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Questions? We've got answers.

What transfers from my current text expander?
TypeSnap imports from TextExpander, TypeIt4Me, Raycast, Espanso, Alfred, and aText. It brings over snippets and groups and converts supported fill-ins, date, clipboard, and nested-snippet macros. Unsupported scripts or macros can need manual changes; review the import warnings and test important snippets. See the import guide.
What happens to my data?
Snippets are stored locally on your Mac. Optional iCloud sync uses your private CloudKit database. The app contacts Keybee for licensing and its update service for updates. Clipboard history stores copied text locally and can be switched off. See our privacy policy for details.
Will you ever switch to a subscription?
No. We’ve committed to one-time pricing. If we ever change our business model, existing customers keep their version forever.
Do you offer team or business licenses?
Not currently. TypeSnap is designed for individuals. For team use, each person purchases their own license.
What macOS versions are supported?
TypeSnap requires macOS 26 (Tahoe) or newer. Download the current release directly from this website.
Why does TypeSnap need Accessibility permission?
Accessibility permission lets TypeSnap detect abbreviations and insert expansions across supported apps. It processes a short typing buffer locally to match triggers and uses the focused control to avoid secure password fields by default. Enable it in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Accessibility. Test TypeSnap in your own apps during the trial.
How does the free trial work, and what happens when it ends?
TypeSnap is free to use for 7 days with no account required. When the trial ends, text expansion pauses and a license prompt appears — but your snippet library stays fully accessible, so you can keep browsing, editing, and exporting your snippets. Enter a license key (a one-time $17.99 purchase) to switch expansion back on. Nothing is deleted and the app never silently disappears.
Does TypeSnap have AI features I can't turn off?
No. The only AI in TypeSnap is the optional AI macro, and it only runs when you put one in a snippet. It uses Apple Intelligence on your Mac or a local Ollama server on your Mac, never a cloud AI service, and you can switch it off entirely in Settings → Advanced. TypeSnap never processes your snippets with AI on its own. Rewrite or Proofread options come from macOS’s own Writing Tools, which TypeSnap turns off by default inside its editors; you can opt back in under Settings → General → System Features.

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