--- title: "Frequently Asked Questions" description: "Answers to common questions about Proofbound: how AI book generation works, pricing tiers, print-on-demand, KDP publishing, source files, and more." canonical: "https://proofbound.com/faq" source_route: "/faq" updated: "2026-08-29" --- # Frequently Asked Questions ## Getting Started ### How long does it take to create a book? We turn your notes into a complete book in 5–15 minutes. You can then spend as much time as you want refining individual chapters. When you're ready, printed copies arrive in about a week (or 1–2 days with express shipping). ### What do I need to provide? As much or as little as you want. You can upload notes, outlines, documents, or blog posts. Or just describe what your book should cover. The more context you provide, the better the result — but even a simple description works. ### Can I write in my native language? Yes. Share your notes in any language and we'll create a professional English book. This is popular with international professionals who want to reach English-speaking audiences. [English-language publishing](/international-professionals). ### What if I don't like the result? With Basic ($49), you can regenerate any chapter unlimited times until you're happy. If you want to try a completely different structure, Refresh (+$25) gives you one full regeneration. Book Pass ($99) gives you up to 50 AI books in 30 days. ## Pricing and Tiers ### What's the difference between Basic and Book Pass? Basic ($49) gives you one AI-written book, with unlimited chapter revisions and clean, unbannered PDFs forever. Book Pass ($99) gives you 50 AI books in 30 days, with unlimited re-rendering while it's active — create as many different versions as you want and experiment with different approaches. Books you unlock during your pass stay clean even after it lapses. Once you've used your last credit, or after your pass lapses, you can renew for another 30 days at 50 credits. ### Do I have to pay for printing? Yes, printing is separate from generation. $29.95 for your first copy, $19.95 for additional copies. This applies to all tiers. ### What's included with Elite? Elite adds human expertise: an editor reviews your content, you get 3 revision cycles with feedback, professional fact-checking, and domain expert matching. Turnaround is 1–2 weeks. Elite is for people who need publication-ready quality. Pricing starts at $1,499 — fill out the consultation form on /elite and we'll get back to you within one business day. ### Is Book Pass a subscription? No. It's a one-time purchase for 30 days of access. It doesn't auto-renew. ## Quality and Output ### How good is the writing quality? Good enough to impress you — and good enough for most business and personal uses. We help shape coherent, well-structured content based on your input, in your own voice. For professional publication on Amazon, many customers choose Elite for human review. ### Can I edit the content myself? The free PDF (which carries a ProofBound banner on the first page) lets you preview but not edit. Basic and above include editable docx and epub files alongside the clean PDF. ### What about accuracy and fact-checking? We do our best, but mistakes can happen. For Basic and Book Pass, you should review the content yourself. Elite includes professional fact-checking. ## Printing and Publishing ### What's the print quality like? Professional quality — the same print-on-demand service used by major publishers. Real book binding, quality paper, full-color covers. ### Are printed copies watermarked or stamped? No. All printed copies are clean, professional quality. Only the free downloadable PDF carries a ProofBound banner on its first page — it disappears once you're on Basic or above. ### Can I publish on Amazon? Yes. Basic and above give you the clean PDF and full source files (docx, epub), so you can publish through Amazon KDP yourself. [Step-by-step instructions here](/kdp-instructions). ### Can I sell the books I create? Yes. Once you've created and printed your book, you can sell the physical copies however you want. To sell digital copies or publish on Amazon, upgrade to Basic or above for the clean PDF and source files. ## Technical Questions ### What format is the output? You get a PDF preview with a ProofBound banner on the first page by default. Printed books are professional quality paperbacks. Basic and above give you the clean PDF plus docx and epub. ### How long are the books? Typically 150–250 pages, depending on your topic and input. We create comprehensive content, not thin pamphlets. ### Can I include images? We generate a professional cover for you. Custom interior images are available as an add-on. Contact us for details. ## Account and Support ### Can I come back and print more copies later? Yes. Your books are saved to your account. Order more copies anytime. ### What if I have problems? Email support@proofbound.com. We typically respond within 24 hours. ### Do you offer refunds? If you're genuinely unhappy with the service, contact us and we'll work something out. We want you to love your book. ## Still Have Questions? Contact us at support@proofbound.com. Or [try the free demo](/) and see for yourself. --- More: [How It Works](/how-it-works) · [Use Cases](/use-cases) · [Pricing](/service-tiers)