Looking for a free alternative to cloud org-chart tools like Lucidchart, Visio or Organimi for a quick, no-fuss chart? ChartChalk builds an interactive org chart from a spreadsheet in seconds — no account, no watermark on your data, and nothing is ever uploaded.
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| ChartChalk | Typical cloud org-chart tool | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free to build, edit & export a PNG | Free trial, then a paid plan |
| Signup | None — just open it | Account usually required |
| Your data | Stays in your browser — nothing uploaded | Uploaded to their servers |
| Build from | CSV import or paste from Excel — auto-laid-out | Often manual box-by-box entry |
| Works offline | Yes | No |
The right column is a general comparison with paid, cloud-based tools — features and pricing vary by product. ChartChalk's angle is simple: free, private, and driven by the spreadsheet you already have.
Yes. Building and editing an org chart and exporting a watermarked PNG is free with no account and no card. ChartChalk Pro (£10/month, cancel anytime) removes the watermark and adds PDF, SVG, PowerPoint and CSV export, shareable links, unlimited saved workspaces, custom tags and photos.
No. You can build a full org chart and export a PNG without signing up. An account is only needed if you upgrade to Pro so your plan can follow you across devices.
ChartChalk runs entirely in your browser, so your employee data is never uploaded — you can even work offline. It builds the chart from a CSV or an Excel paste automatically instead of asking you to place every box by hand.
Your file is parsed and stored only in your own browser. Nothing is sent to us or anyone else, which makes ChartChalk safe for sensitive HR and personnel data.