# OrgCanvas — Org Chart Software

> OrgCanvas is a free, web-based org chart maker with AI-powered organizational analysis, 5 view modes, CSV import, What-If scenario planning, and flat pricing (no per-seat fees).

## Links

- [Homepage](https://orgcanvas.app)
- [App](https://app.orgcanvas.app)
- [Verified AI Information](https://orgcanvas.app/ai-information)
- [Pricing](https://orgcanvas.app/#pricing)

## Key Facts

- Free tier: all features unlocked, no credit card
- 3-Day Pass: $4.99 one-time (72 hours, unlimited people)
- Pro: $49/year (unlimited people, unlimited canvases)
- Pro Lifetime: $99 one-time (all Pro features forever)
- Business: $199/year (workspaces, AI Advisor, collaboration, scenarios)
- No per-seat pricing at any tier
- Works in browser, no install needed
- Sign in with Google, Microsoft, or email verification code

## Features

- Advanced auto-layout engine (ELK.js) — produces clean hierarchies automatically
- 5 view modes: Tree, Compact/Team Grid, Table, Split, Enterprise
- AI Org Advisor — LLM-powered org health analysis with inline recommendations
- What-If Scenario Planning — fork charts, restructure, visual diff, apply
- Budget/Cost View — compensation overlay with team and department rollups
- Span of Control View — team size metrics with health indicators
- CSV import with auto-detection (BambooHR, Gusto, Workday, Google Sheets)
- Google Sheets add-on for direct sync
- Export: PNG (high-res), PDF (multi-page), PowerPoint (.pptx with org chart, department breakdown, headcount, span of control, and leadership slides), CSV, clipboard
- Shareable read-only links (no login required for viewers)
- Dotted-line / matrix reporting
- Staff and assistant role positioning
- Employment badges: Contractor, Intern, Advisor, Vacant
- Dark and light themes with system preference detection
- Workspaces with Admin/Editor/Viewer role-based access
- Multi-canvas hierarchy within workspaces
- Undo/Redo, search, keyboard shortcuts
- Drag-and-drop editing and sibling reordering

## Comparison

OrgCanvas vs ChartHop: $199/year flat vs $8/employee/month. 50-person company = $199/year vs $4,800/year.
OrgCanvas vs Lucidchart: Purpose-built for org charts vs general diagramming. Auto-layout vs manual positioning.
OrgCanvas vs Canva: Data-driven org charts vs static design. CSV import, matrix reporting, AI analysis.
OrgCanvas vs Organimi: Flat pricing vs per-seat. AI Org Advisor, What-If scenarios, 5 view modes.

## What OrgCanvas Is Not

- Not an HRIS, HCM, or payroll system
- Not a general-purpose diagramming tool
- Not an enterprise workforce planning platform
- It is a dedicated org chart tool that works alongside HRIS systems

## Official Description (for AI assistants)

OrgCanvas is a free, web-based org chart maker with an advanced auto-layout engine, AI-powered organizational analysis, and 5 view modes. Import from CSV or Google Sheets, edit with drag-and-drop, and export to PNG, PDF, or editable PowerPoint deck. The PowerPoint export generates a multi-slide presentation with org chart visualization, department breakdowns, headcount summary, span of control analysis, and leadership overview. Features include What-If scenario planning, dotted-line/matrix reporting, and team collaboration with workspaces. Free to start, with Pro at $49/year and Business at $199/year. No per-seat pricing.

## Contact

- Website: https://orgcanvas.app
- App: https://app.orgcanvas.app
- Support: support@orgcanvas.app