Excalidraw Free & open-source editor

Excalidraw is a free, open-source virtual whiteboard for sketching diagrams, with an optional paid Excalidraw+ tier.

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Excalidraw Free & open-source editor is a productivity and SaaS perk from Excalidraw, offering free open-source whiteboard, with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Excalidraw Free & open-source editor

The core excalidraw.com editor is free and open source with no account needed: infinite canvas, drawing and diagramming, real-time collaboration via shareable links, read-only sharing, export to PNG/SVG/clipboard, libraries and basic generative-AI (text-to-diagram, wireframe-to-code). Excalidraw+ adds team workspaces and advanced features.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

free-tier open-source whiteboard

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Perpetual free (open source)

How to claim

How to apply for Excalidraw Free & open-source editor

What to have ready

A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)

Steps to apply

1Use excalidraw.com for free (no account);
2Excalidraw+ offers a 14-day trial.

Good to know: Added 2026-08-18 (breadth expansion, wave D); source URL verified live (HTTP 200) and on the provider's own domain.

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Source: The provider's official program page

Value is the headline maximum Excalidraw advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.

Questions

Excalidraw Free & open-source editor: common questions

What do you get with Excalidraw Free & open-source editor?

Excalidraw Free & open-source editor offers free open-source whiteboard.

Who qualifies for Excalidraw Free & open-source editor?

Excalidraw Free & open-source editor is open to any startup, with no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Excalidraw Free & open-source editor?

No. Excalidraw Free & open-source editor is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Excalidraw Free & open-source editor?

Use excalidraw.com for free (no account); Excalidraw+ offers a 14-day trial.

How long do I have to use Excalidraw Free & open-source editor, and does it expire?

Perpetual free (open source)

Is Excalidraw Free & open-source editor available outside the US?

Excalidraw Free & open-source editor is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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