Akshata Shanbhag | Freelance Writer

"It was always, always a pleasure to see one of Akshata’s articles land in my editing queue. Editing her work was a breeze, thanks to her attention to detail, knowledge of Apple platforms, and clear writing style. As an editor, I could have confidence that any article Akshata authored would do the topic justice. She’s excellent at what she does, which makes the editor’s job straightforward."~ Ben Stegner, Former Deputy Editor at MakeUseOf

Clear, tested documentation for macOS and Mac apps

I explore macOS in depth and turn my findings into practical content that helps people get more from their Mac and Mac apps.I create:
✓ Tutorials and guides
✓ App walkthroughs
✓ Workflow and productivity tips
✓ Help Center articles

I can help you if…

You're a tech publication

You want accurate, engaging tutorials that help your readers get more from macOS and Mac apps while building trust in your publication.

You're a Mac developer

You want clear, user-friendly documentation that makes your product easier to learn, adopt, and recommend while reducing support requests.

Portfolio

◆ How to Create an Ebook in Pages on Mac: 5 Easy Steps◆ 5 Ways to Use Natural Language on Your Mac to Get Things Done◆ The Apple ID FAQ: 10 Most Common Issues and Questions Answered◆ How iWork Works: The Basics of Pages, Numbers, and Keynote◆ The Best Mac Apps to Install on Your MacBook or iMac◆ 18 Tiny but Useful macOS Features You'll Want to Know About◆ Mac for Seniors: How to Set Up a Simplified Mac for the Elderly◆ 17 Basic macOS Terms and What They Mean◆ The iCloud Photos Master Guide: Everything You Need to Know for Photo Management

Testimonials

"I had the pleasure of working with Akshata during her time as a freelance writer at MUO, where she contributed to the Productivity section. Akshata is a quick learner with a keen eye for detail. She consistently delivered high-quality work, always meeting deadlines with minimal edits required. Her positive attitude and responsiveness to feedback made collaboration a seamless experience. Later at Make Tech Easier, Akshata showcased her skills in keyword research and handled tasks with reliability and ease. I highly recommend Akshata for her dedication, professionalism, and strong work ethic."~ Christina Sieber, Former Windows and Productivity Editor at MakeUseOf

"I’ve worked with Akshata for a better part of a decade and I can whole-heartedly vouch for her. She’s talented, dedicated, meticulous, savvy, and efficient. Over the years, we’ve implemented several workflows together and Akshata played a huge role in ensuring success. She’s a very driven person, and as a writer, editor, analyst or coordinator, Akshata can execute any role seamlessly. I’ve worked with her in every capacity and again, I fully vouch for her."~ Jackson Chung, Former CEO at MakeUseOf | CTO at Time + Tide Watches

A little about me

My career—and by extension my life—turned around when I responded to a call for tech writers from MakeUseOf.Suddenly I was getting paid to do what I already did and enjoyed:
write and help people set up, use, and get the most out of everyday tech.That path led me to content operations and keyword research roles at another tech publication, MakeTechEasier, and then at a global watch media platform, Time + Tide Watches. In these roles, I learned how to plan, organize, and shape content to serve both readers and business goals.These days, I'm focusing on the part I've always loved most—making sense of complex systems by tinkering and turning what I discover into practical knowledge for others.When I’m not working, I'm usually sharing my ideas on LinkedIn, sneaking in a catnap, discovering new internet bylanes, or exploring offline markets and cafes. My party trick? Reciting the alphabet backwards.