# Write in Runic — Runes writer with keyboard

> Phonetic transliteration tool for ancient scripts and runic alphabets. (iPhone/iPad app by Maarten Trompper.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/write-in-runic/id1458861335 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Maarten Trompper](https://appshunter.io/developer/1458861334)
- Category: Reference, Utilities
- Price: $4.99 (on sale, was $7.99)
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 144 App Store ratings · 23 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 16.0 · 63 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2019-04-06
- Data updated: 2026-09-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/write-in-runic/id1458861335/reviews.md

## What is Write in Runic?

With this app you can transliterate text to runes based on a phonetic translation. This app translates the sounds of words, not the meaning. It is a good source for rune pronunciation and learning about the runic alphabets.

The app also allows exposes system keyboards for typing with runes in other apps.

Supports the following major runic families:

• Elder Futhark runes (Common Germanic Fuþark)
• Swedish-Norwegian Fuþąrk (Rök; Younger Futhark, short twig)
• Danish Fuþąrk (Younger Futhark, long branch)
• Anglo-Saxon runes (Anglo-Frisian Fuþorc)
• Medieval rune alphabets

Supports Ogham (Old Irish script):
• Aicme Beithe / hÚatha / Muine / Ailme
• Forfeda (the letters added later)

Furthermore:
• Old Turkic (Göktürk script / Orkhon script / Orkhon-Yenisey)
• Armanen runes (Armanen Futharkh)
• Gothic 
• Old Italic
• Glagolitic (Old Slavonic "Glagolitsa", sometimes known as Slavic runes)

Text is transcribed to runes based on a phonetic representation (English, Russian or language agnostic).

## Key features

- Phonetic transliteration
- Supports multiple runic families
- Includes Ogham script
- Supports Old Turkic and Gothic scripts
- System keyboard integration
- Rune pronunciation guide

## Chart rankings

- #70 in Top Paid · Reference (US App Store)

## Recent user reviews (10 of 23)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/write-in-runic/id1458861335/reviews.md

### 3/5 — Translator & Cirth

*2024-09-18*

The keyboard for this app works well, however, the Android version has Cirth and this one doesn't. In addition, the translate section seems completely broken, showing a blank screen.

### 3/5 — Love the app, yet, I cannot find it in keyboard settings

*2024-07-25*

I love this app. I have an IPhone 10, however, I cannot find the “Write in Runic” in the keyboard options, regarding selecting languages. I highly doubt it’s my phone. It’s possibly a bug, or something.

### 1/5 — No Keyboard

*2024-03-27*

I specifically paid for this stupid app for the keyboard and after following the instructions, the keyboard is not there. I want a refund on this. Unacceptable.

### 4/5 — Keyboard

*2024-03-24*

Cool idea. But when I go to add it too add it as a keyboard the option isn’t there. I go to settings general add new keyboard but the option too add it isn’t there.

### 1/5 — Stopped working

*2024-03-12*

The app was great. Now it says reimplement todo. I deleted it and reinstalled but same problem happens. And keyboard does not have the button to change. It is stuck on the one that is full screen with runes, not traditional keyboard where you swap keyboards.

### 2/5 — Totally blank

*2023-03-05*

The screen and keyboard are white. In the app you can barely see in light yellow what is being typed, but the keyboard itself is totally white so I have no idea what symbols I’m pressing. It said in the app stats that this would be compatible with my phone. Apparently not, I’ve got an iPhone 11 and am running an older OS than the new phones these days cause it’s more adapted to my phone, and I’m not willing to update it cause of the incompatibilities designed into the updates to make older phones obsolete. Really love the idea but I just wasted $5 on it, if it is an OS issue then the preferred OS should be listed.

### 3/5 — Ogham inaccuracies

*2022-09-05*

There were some inaccuracies in the Ogham (primarily in pronunciation but also in appearance of some) and that was the only runic system I wanted it for. My husband said that the Norse runes were mostly accurate so it would be good for those

### 5/5 — Update is great

*2022-08-17, version 2.5*

I had the older version of the app and the keyboard didn’t fit the screen very well but this new version is amazing. Great work.

### 1/5 — Not as described

*2021-12-15*

Tried to get a phonetic translation and just got letter translation. Can get that free online. Disappointed.

### 3/5 — White Screen and font

*2021-08-29*

After initially loving this app, I noticed after only 1 day the app has a white screen and font. Nit helpful. Any fixes or did I just robbed?

**Developer response:** Hi, this should definitely not happen! Do you know what version of the app you are on? You should be able to see it in the app store. Also, could you let me know which version of iOS you are on? It may help if you restart your phone (sorry for the dumb suggestion, but sometimes it works!)

## Frequently asked questions about Write in Runic

### What does the Write in Runic app do?

This app allows you to transliterate text into various ancient scripts, including different runic alphabets and Ogham, based on phonetic translation. It focuses on the sounds of words rather than their meaning and serves as a resource for learning about these scripts and their pronunciation.

### What ancient scripts are supported by this app?

The app supports a wide range of scripts including Elder Futhark, Swedish-Norwegian Fuþąrk, Danish Fuþąrk, Anglo-Saxon runes, Medieval rune alphabets, Ogham (Aicme Beithe, Forfeda), Old Turkic, Armanen runes, Gothic, Old Italic, and Glagolitic.

### Can I use the runic alphabets in other apps?

Yes, the app provides system keyboards that allow you to type with runes and other supported ancient scripts directly in other applications on your device.

### How does the transliteration work?

Text is transcribed into runes based on a phonetic representation. The app can use English, Russian, or a language-agnostic approach to determine the sounds of the words for accurate transliteration.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, the application is available for free. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned, indicating a completely free user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 3.3 — 2025-12-14

Version bump

### 3.2 — 2024-09-20

- Fix transcription issues for Anglo-Saxon
- Add Anglo-Saxon keyboard

### 3.1 — 2024-09-18

- Fix glitches to system keyboards
- Allow switching keyboard layout 
- Optionally show key labels for system keyboards

### 2.8 — 2024-07-23

Minor version bump

### 2.7 — 2024-03-22

Fixes of minor glitches; upgrade minimum iOS version to 15.0

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