Frequently Asked Questions

Last updated: June 2026

About your book

What is Inkling and how does it work?

You add a few photos and (optionally) an idea; our AI writes a personalized story and illustrates every page with your child as the hero, keeping characters consistent throughout. You can read it on screen, share it, and order it as a printed booklet or hardcover keepsake.

Will the characters actually look like my child?

We use your photos to create a stylized, illustrated likeness — not a photo. It captures the resemblance in the art style you choose. Likeness varies and you can regenerate any illustration you're not happy with.

Can I edit the story or redo an illustration?

Yes — you can edit the text on any page, restyle the book, and regenerate individual illustrations or the whole book.

Can I include siblings, family, or pets?

Yes — you can build a reusable cast of characters (and elements like a family pet) and bring them into the story.

What languages are supported?

You can create and translate books into many languages.

Privacy

What happens to the photos I upload? Can I delete them?

They're used only to generate your book — never to train AI or for ads. You can delete your photos and books anytime, and we auto-delete uploads within 90 days of your last activity on a book. See our Privacy Policy.

Do I need permission to upload a photo of my child or someone else?

Yes — you confirm you're the parent/guardian or have the person's permission for every photo you upload.

Formats & pricing

What does it cost?

You pay as you go with credits. A finished book is roughly: eBook about $3, printed booklet about $33, hardcover about $45. Your first book is free to make.

What formats are there?

A digital eBook, a printed softcover booklet, and a premium hardcover keepsake.

Printing, shipping & returns

How long until I get my printed book?

Usually about 8–15 business days total (production + shipping) for standard US delivery. See Shipping.

Can I get a refund?

Digital books are non-refundable once made; printed books can be cancelled for a full refund before they print, and we reprint or refund any defect/print error free within 14 days. See Refunds.

Is it a good gift?

It's the most personal gift there is — and you can send Inkling credits to someone else, too.