withtogether

Withtogether is a cloud-based collaboration platform that aims to unify communication, document editing, and project management for teams. The product provides shared spaces where members can discuss topics, co-edit documents, and track tasks in a single interface, with an emphasis on facilitating simultaneous participation and reducing context switching.

Core features include real-time co-authoring on documents, threaded messaging within project spaces, task boards with statuses and assignments, calendar integration, and lightweight meeting scheduling. It supports file storage, version history, and role-based permissions. The platform offers offline editing support, data encryption, and compliance with privacy standards such as GDPR; it provides API access and integrations with third-party services.

Use cases include small and mid-sized teams in education, nonprofit, and technology sectors that seek an all-in-one workspace. The design prioritizes simplicity and a unified user experience, though critics note that larger organizations may encounter feature gaps relative to specialized tools and that pricing can be a consideration for longer-term use.

History and development: The concept emerged from a desire to minimize tool fragmentation in collaborative work; initial public release aimed at replacing disparate apps with a single collaborative environment. Since then, ongoing updates have added automation, templates, and improved onboarding, with a focus on accessibility and inclusive collaboration.