{"id":9862,"date":"2023-01-27T17:35:17","date_gmt":"2023-01-27T17:35:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/?p=9862"},"modified":"2023-01-27T17:44:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-27T17:44:55","slug":"online-design-tools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/","title":{"rendered":"Free Online Design Tools to Create Your Visual Identity"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Everyone has been there; you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2015\/10\/what-is-branding-definition\/\">create your brand<\/a> and build its visual identity, but you don&#8217;t know where to start. Plenty of websites and design tools are at your disposal, and it takes work to keep up-to-date with the newest additions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, you will find our top picks of online design tools that are free to use (although most of these tools offer a premium version).&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Graphic_Design_Tools\" >Free Graphic Design Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Font_Tools\" >Free Font Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Color_Tools\" >Free Color Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Annotation_and_Collaboration_Tools\" >Free Annotation and Collaboration Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Web_Design_Tools\" >Free Web Design Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Photo_Editing_Tools\" >Free Photo Editing Tools<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Stock_Photo_Resources\" >Free Stock Photo Resources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Free_Design_Tools_for_Infographics_and_Charts\" >Free Design Tools for Infographics and Charts<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/2023\/01\/online-design-tools\/#Go_and_Get_Creative\" >Go and Get Creative!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-graphic-design-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Graphic_Design_Tools\"><\/span>Free Graphic Design Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Graphic Design Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9868\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Graphic-Design-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adobe-creative-cloud-express\">Adobe Creative Cloud Express<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For an all-in-one experience, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.adobe.com\/creativecloud\/express.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Adobe Express<\/a> is the one for you. From stock images to different tools such as \u2018brand manager\u2019 or an image editor, this app from the Adobe family will allow you to keep the whole process of your designs in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"canva\">Canva<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Canva<\/a> is the design tool everyone raves about, and we give credit where credit is due. It\u2019s the perfect choice for quick designs through a user-friendly interface. It also hosts a wide range of marketing integrations to share your creations rapidly and effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"crello\">Crello<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of the Vista family, <a href=\"https:\/\/crello.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Crello<\/a> offers a quick solution that\u2019s focused on content for social media and posters. Its integration with VistaPrint is a significant benefit that allows you to print your designs easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"visme\">Visme<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At one point, you will need to make a presentation to a potential client or a partner. This is when <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visme.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Visme<\/a> comes in handy, a tool for presentations and infographics. One of the things they specialize in is animating your work to make a seamless presentation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-font-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Font_Tools\"><\/span>Free Font Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Font Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9867\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Font-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"dafont\">DaFont<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dafont.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">DaFont<\/a> is the embodiment of \u201csimple but effective\u201d. This site has been online for more than ten years and barely has changed a thing because it simply works wonderfully! It has been and still is the primary resource for any font you might be looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fontjoy\">Fontjoy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most common headaches for many people is finding fonts that pair well together. <a href=\"https:\/\/fontjoy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Fontjoy<\/a> allows you to mix and match fonts, generating hundreds of different couplings. You can achieve this either randomly or by selecting a desired font and allowing the software to find the perfect match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"font-squirrel\">Font Squirrel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like DaFont, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fontsquirrel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Font Squirrel<\/a> is a website that offers thousands of fonts free to use. But what makes Font Squirrel a top pick for me is one of its tools that will save you significant time: the \u2018font identifier.\u2019 By uploading an image, this function will find the closest font matches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"google-fonts\">Google Fonts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you intend to find the right fonts for your website instead of for design, <a href=\"https:\/\/fonts.google.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Google Fonts<\/a> is for you. Its user-friendly interface lets you quickly find a font (and even a pairing) with its embedding code so that you can insert it on your site.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whatthefont\">WhatTheFont<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A product from myfonts.com, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myfonts.com\/WhatTheFont\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">WhatTheFont<\/a> is one of the most innovative tools on the internet. Like Font Squirrel, they utilize deep learning to recognize font so that you can quickly find exactly what you\u2019re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-color-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Color_Tools\"><\/span>Free Color Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Color Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9866\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Color-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"colorzilla\">ColorZilla<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/colorzilla.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">ColorZilla<\/a> is a Google and Firefox extension that is the perfect \u2018in-pocket\u2019 color picker. Not only will you be able to pick any color you like from any website, but you will also be able to create and customize your color palette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"coolors\">Coolors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Speaking of color palettes, if you want to make professional-looking color palettes, then <a href=\"https:\/\/coolors.co\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Coolors<\/a> is the right website for you! You can choose any color to start with, and the site will automatically generate complimentary colors (although you can also customize every color in the set). This tool stands out because you can easily upload an image, and it will create a palette, which will help you with a brand\u2019s visual identity!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-annotation-and-collaboration-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Annotation_and_Collaboration_Tools\"><\/span>Free Annotation and Collaboration Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Annotation and Collaboration Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9865\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Annotation-and-Collaboration-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"awesome-screenshot\">Awesome Screenshot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This Google extension lives up to its name. <a href=\"https:\/\/awesome-screenshot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Awesome Screenshot<\/a> allows you to not only screenshot, but also record your screen and your camera simultaneously. What\u2019s better, it can connect with apps like Slack or Trello, allowing you to share content easily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"invision\">InVision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.invisionapp.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">InVision<\/a> serves as an excellent quick tool to pull whenever you need a whiteboard to share with others. Although it works as a whiteboard, many people rave about it for prototyping purposes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ruttl\">Ruttl<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of creating a visual identity might be developing a website. With <a href=\"https:\/\/ruttl.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ruttl<\/a>, you can take that website project to a new level; from being able to give feedback on live websites, PDFs, or images to have the possibility to track any bugs, this app will form part of the whole developing journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-web-design-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Web_Design_Tools\"><\/span>Free Web Design Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Web Design Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9872\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Web-Design-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"figma\">Figma<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re familiar with Miro, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.figma.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Figma<\/a> will be easy to use. It\u2019s an excellent online prototyping tool with the option to bring people into your project, making it the perfect step in the development process. A notable feature of Figma is their whiteboard, also called \u2018FigJam\u2019, meant for brain-storming sessions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lottiefiles\">Lottiefiles<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the hassle of animation out of the way with this incredible tool. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lottiefiles.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Lottiefiles<\/a> offers web animations for design, content, and websites. The site also includes excellent integrations with programs like Adobe, Canva, Figma, or Elementor, making it the perfect add-on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"creative-market\">Creative Market<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/creativemarket.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Creative Market<\/a> offers a solution for both ends of the scale: whether you are looking for designs or a designer looking to sell your creations. This website includes a new set of free assets every month. However, you must pay for a premium membership to access the entire library.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"vectr\">Vectr<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can\u2019t find suitable vectors for your website. Not a problem! If you are familiar with creating .svg files, you need to know about <a href=\"https:\/\/vectr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Vectr<\/a>. This free website lets you create vectors from scratch and invite people to collaborate in real-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"webflow\">Webflow<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You don\u2019t need to know coding to create a great website. With <a href=\"https:\/\/webflow.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Webflow<\/a>, you can quickly build a site thanks to its user-friendly platform. Moreover, Webflow lets you go off-template and design freely to achieve the desired result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"wix\">Wix<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Like Webflow, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wix.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Wix<\/a> also works with or without templates, so you can build a quick and effective website or take your time to ensure everything is perfect. In addition, if you want the complete marketing tools in one place, you can integrate, for example, landing pages, e-mail marketing, or Meta Ads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-photo-editing-tools\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Photo_Editing_Tools\"><\/span>Free Photo Editing Tools<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools.png\" alt=\"Free Photo Editing Tools\" class=\"wp-image-9869\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Photo-Editing-Tools-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"adobe-spark\">Adobe Spark<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/spark.adobe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Adobe Spark<\/a> is one of the short-content editors made for social media. With this tool, Adobe changes the complex interface of Premiere Pro or Photoshop for a more straightforward app that offers an all-in-one approach. As a plus, you can also download it on your tablet or mobile phone in case you are on the go!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"befunky\">BeFunky<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This online tool makes photo-editing seem effortless, even for people that have never heard any image-editing language before. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.befunky.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">BeFunky\u2019s<\/a> top feature is background removal, which makes perfect .png documents for your posts or site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"giphy\">Giphy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone loves gifs (or almost everyone). They are great for e-mail marketing or meme content on social media. On <a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Giphy<\/a>, not only will you find the most extensive gif library there is, but you\u2019ll also be able to make your own!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"picmonkey\">PicMonkey<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have been on the internet for a while, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.picmonkey.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PicMonkey<\/a> might sound familiar to you. It is one of the oldest online editing tools and is still used by many. Offering various templates, you can create visuals for nearly anything you need (YouTube covers, social media posts, website backgrounds, \u2026)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pixlr\">Pixlr<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many clients like to see your design implemented in their products or a sneak peek into how it will all come together. For this, <a href=\"https:\/\/pixlr.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pixlr<\/a> offers one of the most extensive mock-up collections on the internet. Plus, this platform lets you create a logo for free using templates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"placeit\">PlaceIt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/placeit.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">PlaceIt<\/a> helps you design various products, from posters, logos, and, most importantly, mock-ups, and offers free stock images. Many e-commerce owners like to use its mock-ups for their sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-stock-photo-resources\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Stock_Photo_Resources\"><\/span>Free Stock Photo Resources<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources.png\" alt=\"Free Stock Photo Resources\" class=\"wp-image-9870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Stock-Photo-Resources-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"burst\">Burst<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the Shopify family, <a href=\"https:\/\/burst.shopify.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Burst<\/a> offers a vast range of high-resolution pictures that you can find in their wide range of categories. A unique feature that separates them from competitors is their \u2018Business Ideas\u2019 page, where you can get inspiration and learn about starting a small business!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"freepik\">Freepik<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freepik.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Freepik<\/a> takes stock photos to the next level. Aside from finding high-quality images that will look great on your website, you\u2019ll also be able to download vectors and Photoshop templates. One important thing to note, the free version only offers a limited number of downloads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pexels\">Pexels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pexels.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pexels<\/a> is perfect if you want to get those Pinterest vibes for your brand\u2019s social media or the site. In addition, you can also get free-of-use videos that are high-quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pixabay\">Pixabay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Pixabay<\/a> is another excellent resource for finding the perfect high-quality images for your work. What makes it stand out is that they provide a place for forum discussions, where you can ask experts for advice on anything related to graphics, the use of pictures, and more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"unsplash\">Unsplash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Separating their content into diverse categories, <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Unsplash<\/a> lets you find the perfect high-resolution picture for any occasion. However, you should know that they offer a premium version to unlock all their content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"free-design-tools-for-infographics-and-charts\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Free_Design_Tools_for_Infographics_and_Charts\"><\/span>Free Design Tools for Infographics and Charts<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts.png\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"240\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts.png\" alt=\"Free Tools for Infographics and Charts\" class=\"wp-image-9871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts.png 800w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts-300x90.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts-768x230.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Free-Tools-for-Infographics-and-Charts-380x114.png 380w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"venngage\">Venngage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/venngage.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Venngage<\/a> is the graphics and charts tool by default. Many people in the industry use it, and that is for a reason. With their intuitive interface, you can use their templates or edit them as you like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"infogram\">Infogram<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/infogr.am\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Infogram<\/a> is a great free program to quickly create well-structured info charts with the possibility of uploading your own excel documents and turning them into data. Moreover, it also allows you to create social media posts with a tool like Canva.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"thebr-posts-end-2\" style=\"text-align: center;\" id=\"thebr-939052548\"><div id=\"thebr-1277294907\"><a class=\"advanced-image\" href=\"https:\/\/edu.thebrandingjournal.com\/brand-improvement-mini-course?utm_source=website&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=mini_course_articles&#038;utm_content=green\" data-bid=\"1\" data-no-instant=\"1\" rel=\"noopener\">\r\n    <picture>\r\n        <source media=\"(max-width: 991px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mini-Course-Green-300x250-1.png\" type=\"image\/png\"\/>\r\n        <source media=\"(min-width: 992px)\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mini-Course-Green-600x300-1.png\" type=\"image\/png\"\/>\r\n        <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"banner\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebrandingjournal.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Mini-Course-Green-600x300-1.png\" alt=\"mini-course image\"\/>\r\n    <\/picture>\r\n<\/a>\r\n<\/div><\/div><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"beam\">Beam<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re not a fan of Venngage\u2019s system or don\u2019t have much time to fully get into creating infographics, you could try its more straightforward tool: <a href=\"https:\/\/beam.pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Beam<\/a>. Part of the same family, Beam allows you to create charts in just a few clicks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"go-and-get-creative\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Go_and_Get_Creative\"><\/span>Go and Get Creative!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, that was a big load of information!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, this is just a rough guide to all the possibilities at your reach without damaging your budget. Hopefully, you will find your go-to free tools from here and create a great brand!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Discover the best free online design tools for creating stunning visuals and building your brand&#8217;s visual identity. 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