Ideal vs. Actual Lines
Plot two line series side by side — the ideal diagonal burndown and the actual daily remaining work — to see at a glance if your sprint is on track.
Chart & Visualization Tools
Free Burndown Chart Maker
MakeCharts is a free online burndown chart maker for Agile and Scrum teams. Plot your ideal burndown line alongside actual work remaining to track sprint health and identify blockers.
Features
Everything You Need for Sprint Burndowns
Purpose-built for Agile team progress tracking.
Smooth or Linear Curves
Use linear interpolation for exact daily data points, or smooth curves for a cleaner trend visualization when data is irregular.
Custom Line Styles per Series
Set the ideal line as dashed and the actual line as solid — the standard burndown convention — for instant visual clarity.
Dot Markers on Each Day
Enable dot markers to highlight each day's data point on the actual burndown line, making the daily progress visible at a glance.
Legend for Line Identification
Add a legend to label the Ideal and Actual series clearly, positioned wherever it keeps your burndown chart readable.
Instant Live Preview
See your burndown chart update in real time as you enter each day's remaining work — no need to refresh or recalculate.
Data input
Add Your Sprint Data
Enter Daily Points
Type the remaining story points or task count for each day of your sprint directly in the data panel.
Paste from Spreadsheet
Copy your sprint tracking table from Excel or Jira exports and paste it straight in.
Upload Sprint File
Import a CSV export from your project management tool to auto-populate your burndown chart (Pro).
Generate with AI
Describe your sprint in plain English and let AI build a realistic burndown chart for you.
Share
Share Your Burndown Chart
Download as PNG
Save your burndown chart as a high-quality image for daily standups, sprint reviews, or retrospectives.
Download as SVG
Export a scalable vector burndown chart for wiki pages, documentation, or printed reports.
Shareable Link
Copy a direct link to your burndown chart and share it in Slack, email, or your project management tool.
Embed on Your Site
Add your live burndown chart to a team dashboard or internal wiki with a simple embed code.
About This Burndown Chart Maker
MakeCharts is a free online chart creation tool designed for anyone who needs to visualize data quickly and clearly. The burndown chart maker uses the line chart engine to plot ideal and actual progress lines side by side. No Scrum tooling, no software — just your data and a finished chart.
<2 minTime to create
MultipleLine series per chart
AnySprint lengths supported
PNG, SVGExport formats
NoneSign-up required
Workflow
How to Create a Burndown Chart
Add Your Two Line Series
Create an 'Ideal' series with a straight line from total story points to zero, and an 'Actual' series with real daily remaining work.
Style the Lines
Set ideal as a dashed blue line and actual as a solid red line. Enable dot markers on the actual series to show each day's point.
Share with Your Team
Download as PNG for your daily standup, or share a link directly in Slack or your project management tool.
Use cases
Who Uses a Burndown Chart Maker
Sprint Planning and Daily Standups
Create a burndown chart at the start of each sprint to track remaining story points and identify whether the team is ahead or behind the ideal pace.
Project Progress Reporting
Use burndown charts in project status reports to show stakeholders how much work remains and whether delivery is on track.
Student Projects and Research Timelines
Students and researchers can plot a burndown chart to track remaining tasks in a dissertation, group project, or coursework submission.
Freelancer and Agency Delivery Tracking
Freelancers and small agencies can use a burndown chart to track deliverable completion against a project deadline for client reporting.
Templates
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Comparison
Burndown Chart Maker vs. Manual Tracking
Visual burndown charts beat spreadsheet tables for sprint clarity.
MakeCharts Burndown Chart Maker
- Plot ideal and actual lines instantly from daily data
- Visual divergence shows sprint risk at a glance
- Share via link or export clean PNG/SVG in one click
- AI generates a realistic burndown chart from plain text
- Update daily in under a minute — no reformatting needed
- Free to use with no account or software required
Manual Tracking (Tables, Spreadsheets)
- Tables hide trends — hard to see if you're ahead or behind pace
- Creating a chart from sprint data requires manual formatting
- Difficult to share a clean chart without sending the full file
- No ideal line calculation built in
- Updating requires reformatting the chart after each sprint day
- No AI to generate a burndown from a plain description
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a burndown chart?
A burndown chart is a line graph used in Agile and Scrum project management to track remaining work over time. It plots two lines: an ideal burndown (a straight diagonal from total work to zero) and an actual burndown (real daily remaining work). When the actual line is above the ideal, the sprint is behind schedule.
How do I make a burndown chart?
In MakeCharts, add two line series: one for the ideal burndown (evenly decreasing from total story points to zero) and one for the actual daily remaining work. Style them with different colors and line patterns, then download or share.
Is this burndown chart maker free?
Yes. MakeCharts is free to use with no sign-up or account needed. You can create, customize, and download burndown charts at no cost. Pro plans add CSV upload and more AI generation credits.
Can I create a Scrum burndown chart?
Yes. The burndown chart maker works for Scrum sprints — just plot story points remaining per day for your ideal and actual series. You can adjust for any sprint length, from 1-week to 4-week sprints.
What's the difference between ideal and actual burndown lines?
The ideal line shows a straight path from the total work at day 0 to zero at the last day — the perfect pace. The actual line shows the real remaining work each day. When actual is above ideal, the team is behind; when below, they're ahead of schedule.
Can I use this for a product release burndown?
Yes. Burndown charts work for any scope of remaining work over time — sprint-level (days), release-level (sprints), or epic-level (weeks). Just set your x-axis to the relevant time unit and plot story points, tasks, or hours remaining.
Can I track multiple teams or projects in one chart?
Yes. You can add multiple line series — for example, Team A actual, Team B actual, and the shared ideal line — to compare progress across teams. Each series can have its own color and style for visual distinction.
Built for Everyone
- Works on any device — desktop, tablet, or mobile
- Available in 12+ languages at no cost
- No account or payment required to start
- Keyboard-accessible configuration panel
- Suitable for Agile beginners and experienced Scrum Masters
- High-contrast color options for better sprint chart readability
Your Sprint Data Is Private
- Chart data is processed in your browser where possible
- We do not store, sell, or share your sprint or project data
- Download your charts and clear your data anytime
- AI prompts are used only to generate your requested chart
- No tracking of chart content beyond standard analytics
- GDPR-conscious design with minimal data retention
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- Free to use — no account needed
- Ideal and actual line series
- Custom line colors and styles
- Download as PNG or SVG
- AI-powered chart generation
Enter ideal and actual remaining work per sprint day