Etherpad tracking and usage

Etherpad is an open-source, web-based collaborative document editor that allows multiple users to simultaneously edit a document in real-time. It comes with built-in tools that allow users to create and format text, comment, and collaborate on the content with ease.

To create a new Etherpad document, you can visit an existing Etherpad instance (public or private) and click on the "New Pad" button or add a unique pad ID to the URL. This will create a new pad where you can start collaborating with others by sharing the URL.

Yes, Etherpad is an open-source project and is free to use. However, if you require additional features or more control over the platform, you may want to consider hosting your Etherpad instance or using a commercial provider that offers a paid plan.

Etherpad is designed to be used online. However, you can save the pad content as a text, HTML, or other file formats and work on it offline. Once you have an internet connection, you can easily copy and paste the changes back into the pad or upload the edited document.

By default, Etherpad documents are public and accessible by anyone with the link. To improve privacy, use an Etherpad instance that allows password protection or user authentication. Additionally, consider hosting your Etherpad instance, as this offers more control over user access and data storage, ensuring your content remains private and secure.