Penpot

The open-source design tool

Free

About Penpot

Penpot is the only open-source design tool that rivals Figma's collaborative capabilities. Built with web standards (SVG-native), it works entirely in the browser with no vendor lock-in—export your designs as clean SVG anytime. Self-host on your own servers for complete data control, or use the free cloud version. Features include vector editing, components and design systems, interactive prototyping, real-time multiplayer collaboration, and Flex Layout for responsive designs. While it lacks Figma's polish and plugin ecosystem, Penpot's commitment to open standards and privacy makes it ideal for organizations requiring data sovereignty, government agencies, and teams who value open-source software.

Key Features

SVG-native vector editing with web standards

Real-time multiplayer collaboration

Components and design system libraries

Interactive prototyping with transitions

Flex Layout for responsive designs

Self-hosting option with Docker

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Completely free and open-source (MPL 2.0 license)
• Self-hostable for complete data sovereignty
• SVG-native means no vendor lock-in
• Figma import available for migration
• Active development with regular feature releases

Cons

• Smaller plugin ecosystem compared to Figma
• Less polished UI and occasional performance issues
• Fewer third-party integrations available
• Community support rather than dedicated enterprise support

Best For

Organizations requiring data sovereignty and privacy Open-source advocates and privacy-conscious teams Government agencies and regulated industries Teams wanting to avoid vendor lock-in