draw.io (diagrams.net)

by JGraph

Free open-source diagramming you can run anywhere.

4.6(1,400)Online Whiteboards

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

Key facts

Vendor: JGraph
Pricing: Open source — Free
Free tier: Yes
Platforms: Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Self Hosted
Best for: Developers, Budget Conscious Teams
Editor rating: 4.6 / 5
Founded: 2005
Headquarters: UK

What is draw.io (diagrams.net)?

draw.io (diagrams.net) is a whiteboarding tool from JGraph. draw.io (diagrams.net) is a free, open-source diagramming tool for flowcharts and architecture diagrams, with strong Confluence and Google integrations.

draw.io (diagrams.net) uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to developers, budget-conscious teams and runs on Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Self Hosted.

Standout strengths include completely free, no account required, confluence and drive integrations. Worth weighing: less polished ui, no real-time co-editing on free web app.

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Pros

Completely free
No account required
Confluence and Drive integrations

Cons

Less polished UI
No real-time co-editing on free web app

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Frequently asked questions

What is draw.io (diagrams.net)?

draw.io (diagrams.net) is a free, open-source diagramming tool for flowcharts and architecture diagrams, with strong Confluence and Google integrations.

How much does draw.io (diagrams.net) cost?

draw.io (diagrams.net) is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.

Does draw.io (diagrams.net) have a free trial?

draw.io (diagrams.net) offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does draw.io (diagrams.net) support?

draw.io (diagrams.net) is available on Web, Mac, Windows, Linux, Self Hosted.