draw.io

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Country: United Kingdom (GB)
Founded: 2000
Developer: draw.io Ltd and draw.io AG
Pricing: Freemium
Open source: Yes
Platforms: Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android

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Diagramming Mind Mapping

Overview

draw.io is a configurable diagramming and whiteboarding application that enables users to create flowcharts, UML diagrams, entity relationship diagrams, network diagrams, mockups, wireframes, and other visual content. Data is stored in the user's choice of cloud storage or locally, with no requirement to store information on third-party servers. The application serves teams across various industries and is available as a web-based tool, desktop application, and integrated plugin for Confluence and Jira.

Key Features

Multi-diagram support - Create flowcharts, UML, entity relationship, network diagrams, mockups, wireframes, floor plans, and infographics
Cloud storage integration - Store diagrams in user-selected cloud storage with data remaining under user control
Template library - Access extensive templates and shape libraries for various industries and use cases
Multi-layered diagrams - Build complex diagrams with toggleable layers for variable detail levels
AI-generated diagrams - Generate diagrams using artificial intelligence capabilities
Desktop application - Run draw.io locally on Windows, macOS, and Linux without cloud dependency
Confluence and Jira integration - Native plugin for Atlassian products with highest marketplace ratings
Collaborative editing - Enable team-based diagram creation and editing

Pricing

Plan	Price	Includes
Free	$0	Web-based diagramming, local storage, basic shape libraries, desktop app access
Paid (Confluence/Jira)	Variable	Premium features on Atlassian Marketplace, priority support, advanced integrations

Platforms & Requirements

draw.io runs on web browsers, Windows, macOS, and Linux as a desktop application, and is available on iOS and Android. The web version requires no installation and works in modern browsers. The desktop application provides offline functionality. No specific minimum requirements are documented in available sources.

Integrations & Ecosystem

Google Workspace
Confluence
Jira
GitHub
Local file storage
Cloud storage providers
SVG export
Diagram.net viewer

Alternatives

App	Difference
Lucidchart	Cloud-focused with stronger real-time collaboration but requires subscription; less emphasis on local storage
Microsoft Visio	Enterprise-grade desktop application with advanced features; requires licensing and is Windows/web-focused
OmniGraffle	macOS-native tool with advanced design capabilities; platform-limited and paid
Miro	Whiteboarding platform emphasizing team collaboration and brainstorming over structured diagramming

Reputation

draw.io is the highest-rated diagramming app on the Atlassian Marketplace with more installations than competing native Confluence apps combined. Users appreciate its free tier, local storage options, and extensive shape libraries. The application is recognized for security-first design and flexibility across use cases. Some users note it is not suitable as a framework for building other products and SVG export is limited to web embedding rather than further editing.

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