Free Chart Maker - Create Bar, Pie & Line Charts Online
Create beautiful charts in seconds with our free online chart maker. Customize colors, labels, and download as SVG. No signup required.
How to Create Charts
- Choose chart type — Bar, Pie, or Line
- Add your data — Labels, values, and colors
- Customize title and styling
- Download or copy the SVG chart
Chart Types Available
Bar Charts
Best for comparing categories. Shows values as horizontal or vertical bars.
Use cases:
- Sales by month
- Survey results
- Performance comparisons
Pie Charts
Best for showing parts of a whole. Displays percentages in a circular format.
Use cases:
- Market share
- Budget breakdown
- Demographics
Line Charts
Best for showing trends over time. Connects data points with lines.
Use cases:
- Stock prices
- Website traffic
- Temperature changes
Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Custom Colors | Pick any color for each data point |
| Unlimited Data | Add as many data points as needed |
| SVG Export | High-quality vector graphics output |
| Copy Code | Paste SVG directly into documents |
| Responsive | Charts scale to any size |
Creating Effective Charts
Choose the Right Chart Type
| Data Type | Best Chart |
|---|---|
| Categories comparison | Bar |
| Parts of whole | Pie |
| Trends over time | Line |
| Multiple series | Bar/Line |
| Percentages | Pie |
Design Best Practices
- Keep it simple — Don't overcrowd with data points
- Use clear labels — Short, descriptive text
- Limit colors — Stick to a cohesive palette
- Add context — Always include a descriptive title
- Order logically — Chronological or by value
Using SVG Charts
SVG (Scalable Vector Graphics) charts offer several advantages:
Benefits of SVG
- Infinite scaling — No pixelation at any size
- Small file size — Efficient for web use
- Editable — Can modify in design tools
- Print quality — Perfect for reports
Where to Use
- Websites and blogs
- Presentations
- Reports and documents
- Social media graphics
- Print materials
Tips for Better Charts
Color Selection
- Use contrasting colors for adjacent items
- Consider colorblind-friendly palettes
- Match your brand colors
Data Presentation
- Round numbers for cleaner appearance
- Use consistent scales
- Order data meaningfully
Labeling
- Keep labels concise
- Use abbreviations when clear
- Include units when necessary
Frequently Asked Questions
What formats can I export?
Currently SVG. SVG works everywhere and can be converted to PNG/PDF in design tools.
Can I edit the exported chart?
Yes! SVG files can be opened in Illustrator, Figma, or any vector editor.
How many data points can I add?
Unlimited, though more than 10-12 can become difficult to read.
Are the charts responsive?
Yes. SVG charts scale perfectly to any container size.
Can I embed charts in my website?
Absolutely! Copy the SVG code and paste it directly into your HTML.
Data Visualization Tips
For Presentations
- Use large fonts
- High contrast colors
- Limit to key data points
- Add trend lines for emphasis
For Reports
- Include data source
- Add clear legends
- Use consistent styling
- Provide context in captions
For Social Media
- Bold, eye-catching colors
- Minimal text
- Square or vertical formats
- Clear, simple message
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Create your chart above — it's free and instant!