# Rune writer 2

> This program translates Latin letters in some ancient or fictional alphabets

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.runewriter](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.runewriter)

## Overview

- **ID:** `de.runewriter`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Removed
- **Publisher:** PB Softworks
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 123,161
- **Rating:** 4.41 / 5 (1,399 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.1
- **Last updated:** 2015-09-19
- **First published:** 2014-04-13
- **Publisher country:** DE
- **Data as of:** 2026-05-05
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=de.runewriter)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://burlov.de](https://burlov.de/)

## Description

Rune Writer 2 is a specialized Chrome extension that translates Latin letters into various ancient and fictional alphabets. It supports alphabets such as Elder Futhark Proto-Norse runes, Gothic alphabet, Theban witches' alphabet, Danish Younger Futhark, Anglo-Saxon runes, Old Turkic script, Celtic Ogham, Klingon pIqaD, Ugaritic cuneiform, and many others.

Users can create and export runic or symbolic messages as PNG images, customize background colors, font colors, and sizes, and use these unique images directly on social media platforms like Facebook and Google+, or as logos and backgrounds. The extension is ideal for enthusiasts of ancient scripts, linguists, gamers, and those interested in historical or fantasy alphabets.

## Review summary

Users like Rune writer 2 for its broad alphabet support, ease of use, and usefulness for encryption/artwork, with several praising its Elder Futhark and Gothic options and reliable performance. However, multiple reviews call out issues with rune accuracy, request more alphabets (Icelandic Futhark, Aramaic, Angelic/Celestial, etc.), and want better project management features. Additionally, some reports mention glitches, compatibility problems on newer devices, and a desire for more frequent updates. Overall, strong creative tool with notable gaps to address.

### Pros

- Broad alphabet support including Elder Futhark and Gothic.
- Easy to use with reliable performance and no frequent crashes.
- Great for creating encrypted messages or artwork.
- Accurate Futhark features and easy to locate within the app.
- Generally feature-rich and well-liked by users.

### Cons

- Rune mappings can be inaccurate (some runes are wrong), leading to incorrect output.
- Requests for more alphabets (e.g., Icelandic Futhark, Aramaic, Angelic/Celestial) suggest missing options.
- Lacks in-app folder/multi-project support; difficult to manage unfinished projects.
- Stability and compatibility concerns on newer devices and update frequency; glitches reported.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/de.runewriter)