Classic hierarchy chart
Top-down structure from CEO or founder down through managers and individual contributors.
Best for
Traditional companies and clear reporting lines.
Use case
Org Chart Maker
Free, visual org charts for startups, remote teams, classrooms, and clubs. Add photos, draw reporting lines, and plan the team you're building.
Starter ideas for your org chart
Six layout ideas you can recreate on your own board after signing up.
These are starter ideas to spark your board — PintoPin doesn't yet ship pre-built templates. After signing up you'll build your own board from a blank canvas in a few minutes.
Startup squad map
Cross-functional pods of designers, engineers, and PMs grouped around the products they ship.
Best for
Early-stage startups and product-led teams.
Matrix org chart
Two-axis layout showing functional managers and project / product leads — perfect for matrix organizations.
Best for
Consulting firms and large product orgs.
Remote team directory
Photo pins for every teammate with role, timezone, and what they're working on this week.
Best for
Distributed teams that want a friendly face board.
Classroom / club roster
Photo pins for students or members grouped by role: officers, committees, project teams.
Best for
Schools, clubs, and volunteer groups.
Hiring & roadmap chart
Current team plus 'ghost' pins for open roles and future hires — visualize the org you're building.
Best for
Founders and hiring managers planning growth.
How to make an org chart
Six steps from a list of names to a sharable team board.
- 1
List everyone you want to include
Names, roles, and (optionally) a photo. Even rough notes are enough to start — you'll refine later.
- 2
Create a free PintoPin account
Sign up and open a new private board. Keep it internal or share with the whole team.
- 3
Add a pin for every person
Photo, name, role, and a short bio. Group related people visually by dragging them close together.
- 4
Connect reporting lines
Draw string connections from manager to direct report. Use different colors for solid vs dotted lines.
- 5
Add context with widgets
Embed Slack handles, calendar links, or project links on each pin so the chart doubles as a team directory.
- 6
Share with your team
Invite teammates with a private link, or publish a public version for your company about page.
Frequently asked questions
- Is PintoPin free for org charts?
- Yes. You can build and share org charts for free. Paid plans only raise per-board pin limits for larger teams.
- Can I add photos and contact info for each person?
- Yes. Every pin supports a photo, a bio, and rich widgets for links, calendars, and more.
- Can I keep my org chart private to my team?
- Yes. New boards are private by default. Share with specific people, your team, or publish publicly when ready.
- Can I show matrix or dotted-line relationships?
- Yes. Use different string colors and styles for solid reporting lines, dotted lines, and cross-functional links.
- Can I plan future hires on the same chart?
- Yes. Add 'ghost' pins for open roles and future hires so the chart shows both today's team and tomorrow's.
Ready to map your team?
Create a free PintoPin account, open a blank board, and pin your team in a few minutes.
Get started — it's free