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Designing Infographics on the Web

This guide provides a list of resources for learning about and creating infographics.

Introduction

Piktochart was one of the earliest infographics websites created. In addition to infographics, Piktochart allows you to create brochures, banners, presentations, and reports. Its ability to adjust embedded material to multiple screen sizes sets this site apart from other infographic creators. Imbedded charts can also have interactive elements, making the infographic more dynamic.

Strengths

  • Social sharing options
  • Many tutorials available
  • Upload up to 40MB of images
  • Piktochart allows you to make charts, presentations, posters, and videos
  • Country maps

Drawbacks

  • Only 2 free downloads of your projects
  • Limited icons and images for free users

The Benefits of Premium Accounts

Free:

  • Storage - 100 MB / 2 Free downloads
  • Download Formats - PNG
  • Watermark - Visible
  • Content - templates, icons, 18 chart types, country and region maps, color schemes, 1 visual folder
  • Privacy - Public only

Premium/Business:

  • Storage - unlimited download, 100 GB (premium), 250 GB (business
  • Download Formats - PNG (only option for premium), PDF, PPT
  • Watermark - Removed
  • Content - templates, icons, 18 chart types, country and region maps, color schemes, unlimited folders
  • Privacy - Private option

 

Sample Infographic

Infographic produced by Piktochart. Describes 3 ways to propel your brand through social media marketing. Cartoon-style icons connected by dotted lines for explanations.