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First Edition

by Publii · Since 2015
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Quick facts
VendorPublii
Year launched2015
StatusSold
LocationHauser Plads 30c, Copenhagen, Capital Region 1127, Denamrk
Countries served1+
Languages2
IntegrationsN/A
Free tierNO
Free trialYES
Contact salesYES

About First Edition

Publii by Publii is a versatile cloud-based publishing platform designed to simplify the production of professional digital and print publications for users with varying technical skills.

Publii by Publii is a versatile cloud-based publishing platform designed to simplify the production of professional digital and print publications for users with varying technical skills. The software stands out for its single-source workflow, allowing teams to create responsive HTML5 microwebsites and print-ready PDFs simultaneously without duplicating design efforts across platforms. Its intuitive “plug-and-play” interface combines the simplicity of a modern content management system with the functionality of a layout tool, enabling users to focus on writing and collaboration while the platform automatically handles responsive formatting and layout adjustments. Publii also excels in collaborative publishing, supporting multiple contributors such as designers, editors, and financial managers working on the same project without disrupting each other’s tasks. The built-in process management tools further enhance productivity by tracking deadlines and resource allocation, effectively blending publishing with project management. Performance is another strong area, with users reporting major reductions in design and revision time while maintaining stability for media-rich projects through its cloud infrastructure. Since the platform is fully web-based, it operates seamlessly across Windows and macOS browsers without complex installation requirements.

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Provides a free trial to evaluate features before full commitment
  • Saves a lot of time by removing the need to create separate web and print versions.
  • Lets non-design team members help with layouts without throwing the brand look off.
  • Turns static documents into lively web links that work well for meetings and presentations.
Cons
  • The microwebsite format works well for certain publications, but not for a full website.
  • Pricing information is not publicly available, which may make budgeting and evaluation more difficult.

Features

Key features

Single Source Workflow

Produces a microwebsite and a PDF simultaneously from a single input to save production time.

Multi-Platform Publishing

Optimizes content automatically for mobile, laptop, tablet, and print formats in one go.

Simultaneous Collaboration

Allows designers, communications advisors, and accountants to work together in the same file without overwriting changes.

Dynamic Presentations

Transforms static slideshows into interactive web presentations accessible via a URL on any device.

Process Management System

Includes built-in tools to manage production timelines and ensure teams meet deadlines effectively.

Additional features

Single Workflow Production

Generates both a digital microwebsite and a classic PDF at the same time to streamline the publishing process.

Multi-Device Optimization

Automatically formats content for seamless viewing on laptops, mobiles, tablets, and in print.

Responsive Design Tools

Provides designers with the freedom to create responsive layouts without being limited by specific settings, fonts, or colors.

Cloud-Based Architecture

Operates entirely in the cloud, removing the need for local IT installation and working across all browsers on PC and Mac.

Collaborative Environment

Supports simultaneous access for different roles like controllers and designers to work in total sync.

Process Management

Acts as a system to oversee production stages and manage resources to hit publishing deadlines.

Dynamic Web Presentations

Creates presentations that are directly available on the web and accessible on mobile devices for clients.

Plug’n’Play Interface

Offers an easy-to-use writing and layout interface that requires no prior experience with professional design tools.

Free Demo/Trial

Allows organizations to try the system for free and without obligation to find a fitting solution.

Help Desk Support

Provides access to telephone support and a help desk to solve technical challenges quickly.

Pricing

Free trial
Free version
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Countries & Languages

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Countries served
2
Interface languages
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Billing currencies

Available in

Denmark

Interface languages

EnglishDansk

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