What can I do with this online collaborative whiteboard?

With our online whiteboard, you can brainstorm, create mind maps, flowcharts, diagrams, project plans, and interactive visuals—all in real time.

Online Whiteboard Tool

Real-Time Online Whiteboard for Learning and Collaboration

Brainstorm, plan, and visualize ideas together—whether in class, at work, or remotely—with our intuitive, unlimited-space virtual whiteboard.

Create a Whiteboard

Break barriers with an infinite canvas for brainstorming and planning
Collaborate in real time with seamless updates and interactions
Run engaging sessions with live cursors, comments, and interactive tools

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Over 10 Million people and 1000s of teams already use Creately

Diagramming

Visual Collaboration

Org Chart

Used by over 10 Million people and 1000s of teams

Creatly Awesome App

In creatly easy to use and easy to design our all network diagrams for the clients and easy to export and Creately offers a user-friendly interface that makes it easy for users to create various types of diagrams without extensive training or experience. We used creately on daily basis for making diagram.

Surya Prakash M

Tech Lead Security

Easy to use

Creately has better options than Canva. It has great templates. it is a great product to use for visual org charts.

Jennifer D.

Initial Implementation

Great AI features

AI Modelling capability. It gives Prompt examples so user can learn how to create effective prompts

Karma A.

Business Manager

A Comprehensive Tool for Visual Collaboration and Diagramming

it is ease of collaborative diagramming and real-time editing. This allows teams to brainstorm, create, and refine diagrams together in a way that feels intuitive and seamless, regardless of location.

JUAN LEONARDO G

Small-Business

Efficient and User-Friendly Diagramming Tool

I love how easy it is to create and collaborate on diagrams with Creately. The real-time collaboration feature is incredibly helpful for team projects, and the extensive library of templates and shapes saves a lot of time

Aymen G

Small-Business

Creately provides best diagram structure.

Creately has proven to be an incredibly creative tool, enhancing the visual appeal of our company tasks significantly. Additionally, its pricing is highly competitive, offering great value for the features it provides.

Ruchika N

Assistant Manager

Creately: Simple Diagram Tool

I like that Creately is easy to use. It helps me create diagrams quickly and easily.

Ananya G

Executive Committee Member

Creately: A smart choice for expressing ideas over diagrams

Creately is a simple and user-friendly application for creating diagrams to visualize complex technical ideas and data flow on wireframes, flow charts, and other visual options. The best part of this tool is its real-time collaboration features, which help us to enhance the workflows in the team.

Gulam M

Software Engineer

User friendly and visually appealing!!

The interface is easy to use. The look is aesthetically pleasing as well. Love the functionality.

Chrisoula

Small-Business

Intuitive Design and Effortless Creativity

What I like best about Creately is its intuitive design and the ease with which it allows me to create attractive designs. From the moment I started using it, I was impressed by how easy it was to navigate the platform and how quickly I could bring my ideas to life in visually appealing diagrams and charts.

DARWIN M.

Mid-Market

IDEATE

Ignite Creativity and Innovation with Our Online Whiteboard

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Brainstorm and discuss ideas on an infinite digital canvas where creativity has no limits.
Use free-hand drawing, sticky notes, shapes, connectors, and text to turn ideas into clear, visual concepts.
Prioritize ideas with voting grids, scoring, and collaboration features to focus on what matters most.
Leverage pre-built templates and frameworks for lessons, projects, and planning.

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VISUALIZE

Illustrate Ideas and Concepts Easily

Organize and structure ideas using Creately’s extensive shape libraries and customizable layouts.
Add context and details to your visuals with notes, comments, and attachments directly on the whiteboard.
Present your ideas seamlessly with Creately’s built-in presentation mode, keeping discussions engaging and interactive.
Style your visuals with themes and colors to make them your own.

PLAN & STRATEGIZE

Streamline Your Projects

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Stay updated in real time with instant notifications whenever peers make changes on the board.
Assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress directly on the whiteboard for seamless project tracking.
Conduct interactive workshops, lessons, or training sessions using Creately’s collaborative and engaging tools.
Visualize project timelines, milestones, and dependencies with built-in diagrams, Gantt-style layouts, and customizable templates.

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COLLABORATE

Work Together Seamlessly, Wherever You Are

Collaborate, brainstorm, create in real time with your peers on the same board, seeing live cursors and updates instantly.
Share boards easily with peers or external parties and control access with permissions.
Communicate directly on the board using comments and annotations to keep discussions contextual.
Integrate with popular tools like Slack, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Teams to centralize collaboration.

Ideate, plan, and execute ideas better with Creately

Create a Whiteboard Book a Demo

An online whiteboard is a digital workspace that allows teams, educators, and individuals to brainstorm, visualize, and collaborate online on ideas in real time from anywhere. Unlike traditional physical whiteboards, it offers infinite space, interactive tools, and features like templates, shape libraries, sticky notes, attachments, and presentation mode to make idea sharing, planning, and project management seamless and engaging.

How to Use Creately’s Online Whiteboard Tool?

Set up your workspace

Log in and start with a blank board or choose from a wide range of templates, including brainstorming, mind maps, and project planning.

Utilize Creately’s drawing and design tools

Draw diagrams, flowcharts, or sketches using shapes, lines, connectors, and the freehand tool. Add text, labels, and notes to make your ideas clear and visual.

Collaborate in real time

Invite team members via email and choose edit or view access. Use comments, annotations, and live cursors to provide feedback and work together seamlessly.

Organize and enhance your ideas

Add sticky notes, group related elements, and arrange layers to structure your board. Upload images, documents, or add hyperlinks to enrich discussions and presentations.

Save, present, and share your work

Your board is automatically saved in the cloud. Export it as a PDF or image, or use Creately’s presentation mode to showcase ideas directly to your team.

Create a Whiteboard

Free Whiteboard Templates for Collaborative Ideation and Planning

Simple Mind Map

Edit Diagram

Brainstorming Board Template

Edit Diagram

Capacity Planning Kanban Board Template

Edit Diagram

Sticky Note Pack Template

Edit Diagram

Tips to Improve Online Whiteboarding

Set clear objectives:

Define the purpose of your whiteboarding session. Whether it’s brainstorming ideas, planning a project, or solving problems, having a clear objective helps keep everyone focused.

Use templates:

Leverage pre-designed templates to streamline your process. Templates can help structure your thoughts and save time when setting up your board.

Encourage participation:

Foster an inclusive environment where all team members feel comfortable contributing. Use prompts to invite input and encourage quieter participants to share their ideas.

Organize ideas visually:

Utilize colors, shapes, and icons to categorize ideas. Group similar concepts together and create visual hierarchies to enhance understanding and retention.

Incorporate multimedia: Enhance your whiteboard with images, videos, and links. Using various media can make your ideas more engaging and easier to comprehend.
Limit distractions:

Ensure a focused environment by minimizing background noise and interruptions during your whiteboarding sessions. Encourage participants to mute distractions.

Utilize real-time collaboration features:

Take advantage of features like real-time editing, commenting, and chat. This fosters communication and allows for instant feedback and discussion.

Set time limits:

To maintain momentum, set time limits for discussions and activities. Use a timer to keep everyone on track and ensure that all agenda items are covered.

FAQs About Creately’s Online Collaborative Whiteboard

Is Creately’s online whiteboard free to use?

Yes! Creately offers a free plan for individuals and small teams. You get access to essential whiteboard tools, templates, and real-time collaboration features, making it one of the most versatile free whiteboard apps available.

Can I use this whiteboard tool for team projects and assignments?

Absolutely. Our online collaborative whiteboard allows multiple team members, students and teachers to work simultaneously on the same board, with live cursors, comments, and notifications to keep everyone in sync.

Can I integrate the online whiteboard with other tools?

Yes. Creately’s whiteboard app integrates with popular productivity and collaboration tools like Slack, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Teams, helping your team stay organized and connected.

Can I save and export my boards?

All your work is saved automatically in the cloud. You can export your boards as images, PDFs, or share them via a link, making it easy to present or collaborate with others outside the app.

Who is the online whiteboard for?

Creately’s online whiteboard is for students, teachers, and teams. From classroom projects and lesson planning to business workshops and project management, it helps anyone collaborate and bring ideas to life.