How OrgCanvas Works

Getting Started

OrgCanvas uses a simple three-level hierarchy to keep your org charts organized, no matter how many you manage.

Acme Corp
Workspace
Engineering
Current Structure
Q2 Reorg Plan
Sales
Current Structure

Workspace

A workspace is your top-level organizational container. Think of it as the company or client you're building org charts for. Agencies managing multiple clients, sales executives covering different accounts, or chiefs of staff overseeing complex organizations — each gets its own workspace.

Examples: "Acme Corp", "Client: Globex", "My Company"

Canvas

A canvas is your design surface — the place where you actually build. Just like a painter needs a canvas to paint, you need a canvas to create an org chart. Organize canvases by department, division, project, or however makes sense for your structure.

Examples: "Engineering", "Sales", "Executive Team", "Product Division"

Org Chart

Org charts are the saved files within a canvas. You can create unlimited org charts per canvas — perfect for keeping your current structure alongside proposed changes, historical snapshots, or what-if scenarios.

Examples: "Current Structure", "Q2 Reorg Plan", "Post-Merger Proposal", "Board Presentation"

Frequently Asked Questions

Why three levels?

Flexibility. A single flat list of org charts breaks down quickly when you're managing charts for multiple departments, teams, or clients. The three-level hierarchy gives you the structure to stay organized whether you're a solo founder with one chart or an agency managing dozens of clients — without adding unnecessary complexity.

What do I get on the Free plan?

1 workspace, 1 canvas, unlimited org charts, and up to 25 people total across all your charts. Plenty to get started and see if OrgCanvas is right for you.

What does Pro unlock?

For $49/year (or $99 for lifetime access), you get unlimited canvases and unlimited people. Still 1 workspace — most users only need one. You also get PDF export, dotted-line reporting, employment badges, staff positioning, bulk add, and duplicate branch.

Can I have multiple org charts in one canvas?

Yes, unlimited. This is great for keeping a "current state" chart alongside planning documents like reorg proposals or what-if scenarios.

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