Tools

Interactive Whiteboard

A whiteboard that
just works.

Open it, draw something, close the tab. It's still there when you come back.
No accounts. No paywalls. No “upgrade to Pro” popups.

Recent Boards

Pick a starting point

Blank
Start from nothing
Grid
Good for diagrams and math
Dotted
Structured but flexible
Lined
Like notebook paper
Brainstorm
Sticky notes everywhere
Kanban
Three columns, ready to go
SWOT Analysis
Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats
Timeline
Milestones and project phases
Pros & Cons
Two-column comparison
Retrospective
What went well, what didn't, action items
Venn Diagram
Compare & contrast two groups
KWL Chart
Know, Want to Know, Learned
T-Chart
Side-by-side comparison
Concept Map
Connect ideas visually
Frayer Model
Vocabulary: definition, examples, non-examples
Story Map
Characters, setting, problem, solution
Storyboard
6-panel visual storytelling
Exit Ticket
End-of-class reflection
Cause & Effect
Fishbone diagram for root cause analysis

What’s inside

Everything you need to draw, teach, and collaborate — right in your browser.

Hello World
Type anywhere on the canvas
Ideas
To Do
Notes
Done
1 / 20
PNG PDF SVG
Share via link
Saved

Built for real situations

From classrooms to boardrooms — see how people use the whiteboard every day.

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The Classroom

Ms. Rivera projects the whiteboard on her smartboard. Students follow along as she draws a cell diagram, labels organelles with text, and drops sticky notes for key terms. She exports the board as a PDF and posts it to Google Classroom — everyone has the notes.

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The Team Standup

The product team opens a Kanban template. Each person drags sticky notes across columns: To Do, In Progress, Done. The board becomes the living sprint board — shared via link, no Miro license needed.

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Remote Learning

A tutor shares the whiteboard link during a Zoom call. The student sees the board in their browser while the tutor draws math problems step by step. At the end, the student downloads the PNG to review later.

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The Brainstorm

Marketing kicks off a campaign brainstorm. Everyone opens the shared link and drops colored sticky notes — green for ideas, yellow for questions, red for blockers. The facilitator groups them into themes using shapes and arrows.

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Student Notes

A college student uses the whiteboard as a digital notebook. Multi-page boards for each lecture, drawings for diagrams, text for definitions. All auto-saved and exportable as SVG for crisp printing.

How to use the whiteboard

Get started in under a minute — no download or account needed.

1
Open a board
Click “Open a new board” above, or pick a template. Your board loads instantly.
2
Draw & add content
Use drawing tools to sketch. Drop shapes, text, sticky notes, or paste images.
3
Organize with pages
Add up to 20 pages and flip through them. Each page has its own infinite canvas.
4
Share or export
Generate a share link or download as PNG, PDF, or SVG. Completely free.

Common questions

Got questions? We’ve got answers. If you don’t see yours, just open a board and try it — it’s free.

Is this online whiteboard really free?
Yes — 100% free. No hidden charges, no watermarks, no time limits. All drawing tools, full-quality exports (PNG, PDF, SVG), and unlimited boards. We never ask for a credit card.
Do I need to create an account?
No account required. Your boards save to your browser automatically. Create a free Jolly Grid account to sync across devices — but it’s entirely optional.
Is this a good whiteboard for teachers and classrooms?
Absolutely — designed with educators in mind. Create multi-page lesson boards with drawing tools, shapes, sticky notes, and text. Share a link so students can follow along or collaborate in real-time.
What devices and browsers does it work on?
Any device with a modern browser — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge on desktops, laptops, tablets, and phones. Supports touch and stylus input (Apple Pencil, Surface Pen, S Pen).
Can I use this as a free alternative to Google Jamboard?
Yes. Since Google discontinued Jamboard, many teachers have switched to Jolly Grid. It offers everything Jamboard had — drawing, sticky notes, images, multi-page boards — plus templates, more export formats, and dark mode. No Google account required.
How do I share my whiteboard with others?
Click the Share button to generate a link. Choose view-only (for presentations) or edit access (for collaboration). Anyone with the link can open the board — no app or account needed.
What export formats are available?
Export as PNG (high-resolution image), PDF (multi-page document), or SVG (scalable vector). All exports are full quality with no watermarks — completely free.
Can I use the whiteboard for brainstorming and meetings?
Definitely. Use sticky notes for idea capture, drawing tools for sketching, and shapes for diagrams. Kanban and Cause & Effect templates are purpose-built for brainstorming and retrospectives.
Is there a limit on how many boards I can create?
No hard limit. Each board supports up to 20 pages and every change auto-saves. Guest boards are kept for 30 days; free account boards are kept forever.
How is this different from Miro, MURAL, or Microsoft Whiteboard?
Unlike Miro and MURAL, this whiteboard is completely free with no feature gates, no team-size limits, and no signup wall. Unlike Microsoft Whiteboard, it works in any browser without a Microsoft account.
Can students use this without installing anything?
Yes — zero installation. Students open a browser and go. No apps, no extensions, no accounts. Ideal for BYOD classrooms, Chromebooks, school iPads, and computer labs.
Does this whiteboard work offline?
The whiteboard auto-saves to local storage, so your work is preserved if you briefly lose connectivity. For full offline use, save boards while online for best results.

Ready to start?

No signup, no download, no credit card. Just click and draw.

Free Online Whiteboard — Interactive Drawing & Collaboration Tool

Welcome to Jolly Grid’s free online whiteboard, the best interactive whiteboard for teachers, students, and teams. Draw, write, add sticky notes, and collaborate — all in your browser with no signup and no download required. A perfect free alternative to Google Jamboard, Miro, and Microsoft Whiteboard.

Best Whiteboard for Teachers & Classrooms

Create multi-page lesson boards with drawing tools, shapes, sticky notes, and text. Share a link so students can follow along or collaborate in real-time. Templates like Kanban, Cornell Notes, and Cause & Effect are ready to go — perfect for structured lessons. Works on Chromebooks, iPads, laptops, and any device with a browser.

Free Google Jamboard Alternative

Since Google discontinued Jamboard, thousands of teachers have switched to Jolly Grid. It offers everything Jamboard had — drawing, sticky notes, images, multi-page boards — plus templates, more export formats (PNG, PDF, SVG), dark mode, and stylus support (Apple Pencil, Surface Pen, S Pen). No Google account required.

Designed for Real Work

Whether you’re brainstorming with a team, sketching a wireframe, running a retrospective, or teaching a remote class — this whiteboard handles it. Infinite canvas, up to 20 pages per board, auto-save, session recovery, and full-quality exports with zero watermarks. 100% free, forever.