For students
A free diagram tool that keeps up with your coursework
Draw flowcharts, mind maps, and study diagrams on the Excalidraw canvas. Organize them by course with folders, save versions of your work, and access everything from any browser. Free, no install, no credit card.
The student diagram problem
You draw a flowchart for a CS assignment. A concept map for biology. A process diagram for a lab report. By mid-semester, your diagrams are scattered across random files, Google Drive folders, and screenshots in your camera roll.
When exam prep starts, you cannot find the diagram you made for week 3. And the one you did find has been edited since the version your professor approved.
Most diagram tools are either too complex for quick sketches (draw.io, Visio) or too simple to stay organized (plain Excalidraw, pen and paper). CanvasKeep sits in between: the fast, informal Excalidraw canvas with folders and version history to keep everything in order.
What students use it for
Flowcharts for CS assignments
Map out algorithm logic before writing code. The hand-drawn style keeps it informal and fast to iterate on. Save a version before each revision so you can compare approaches.
Mind maps for study sessions
Branch out from a central topic to organize what you know and find gaps. Mind maps on an infinite canvas let you keep expanding without running out of space.
Concept maps for science courses
Connect related concepts with labeled arrows to show how ideas relate. Great for biology, chemistry, or any course where understanding relationships matters more than memorizing facts.
Process diagrams for lab reports
Sketch experimental workflows or data processing pipelines. Export as PNG to drop into your report.
Group project planning
Sketch out project structure, task breakdowns, or system designs. Share a link so your group can see the diagram without needing an account.
Exam prep and revision
Create summary diagrams for each topic. Organize them in a folder per exam. When the next exam covers the same material, your diagrams are still there.
Why CanvasKeep works for students
Free, no catch
Completely free right now. Folders, version history, and encryption with no limits. No credit card, no “free for 14 days” timer.
Organize by course
Create a workspace per semester. Add folders for each course. Your diagrams from last semester are still there when you need them for finals.
Version history
Save a version before revising a diagram. Your professor wanted the old layout? Restore it in one click.
Works on any computer
Runs in the browser. No install needed. Works on school computers, personal laptops, Chromebooks, and tablets.
Frequently asked questions
- Is CanvasKeep free for students?
- Yes. CanvasKeep is completely free right now. You get workspaces, nested folders, version history, and end-to-end encryption with no limits. No credit card, no trial timer.
- What kinds of diagrams can I draw?
- CanvasKeep uses the Excalidraw canvas, which supports freeform drawing with shapes, arrows, text, and freehand sketches. You can draw flowcharts, mind maps, concept maps, process diagrams, wireframes, and any other diagram that uses basic shapes and connections. It does not have formal templates like UML class diagrams, but for most student work, basic shapes and arrows are enough.
- Can I organize diagrams by course or subject?
- Yes. Create a workspace for each semester or school, then add folders for each course. Nest folders for assignments, projects, or exam prep. Your diagrams stay organized as coursework piles up.
- Can I go back to an earlier version of a diagram?
- Yes. Save a named checkpoint before making changes, then preview or restore any past version. Useful when you rework a diagram for a revision and want to compare with the original.
- Do I need to install anything?
- No. CanvasKeep runs in the browser. Works on any computer with a browser, including school computers where you cannot install software.
- Can I export my diagrams?
- Yes. You can export diagrams as PNG images to include in reports, presentations, or documents.
Start drawing, organize later
Sign up free and start organizing your study diagrams with folders and version history.