Adjustable Inner Radius
Control the size of the center hole to create a classic donut or push it closer to a full ring. The inner radius slider gives you precise control.
Chart & Visualization Tools
Free Donut Chart Maker
Add your categories, adjust slice sizes, and get a publication-ready donut chart in under two minutes. Free, online, and no sign-up needed.
Features
Everything You Need in a Donut Chart Maker
Purpose-built controls for donut charts — not a generic chart tool with one extra option.
Flexible Label Options
Show name, value, percent, or combinations like 'Name + Percent' on each slice. Switch label position between inside, line, or hidden.
Per-Slice Color Control
Assign a custom color to every slice individually so your donut chart matches your brand palette exactly.
Padding and Corner Radius
Add spacing between slices and round the corners for a modern look — details that make your donut chart stand out.
Legend Positioning
Place the legend at the top, bottom, left, or right to keep your chart balanced and easy to read in any layout.
Instant Live Preview
Every change — slice value, color, label, angle — updates the chart in real time so you never have to guess how it will look.
Data input
Get Your Data In — Your Way
Type It In
Enter slice names and values directly into the data table — no file needed.
Paste from Spreadsheet
Copy cells from Excel or Google Sheets and paste them straight into MakeCharts.
Upload a File
Import a CSV or Excel file and let the tool map your columns automatically (Pro).
Describe with AI
Tell the AI what you want in plain English and get a ready-made donut chart instantly.
Share
Share Your Donut Chart Anywhere
Download as PNG or SVG
Export crisp, high-resolution images perfect for slides, reports, and social posts.
Share a Link
Get a shareable URL so anyone can view your donut chart instantly — no login required.
Embed on Your Site
Paste a single line of code to display your live donut chart on any webpage (Plus+).
Copy for Presentations
Drop a downloaded chart straight into PowerPoint, Google Slides, or Notion.
About MakeCharts Donut Chart Maker
MakeCharts is a free online chart maker built for speed and simplicity. The donut chart tool gives you precise controls — inner radius, padding angle, per-slice colors, and flexible labels — without overwhelming you. From idea to finished chart in under two minutes.
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500k+Charts created
6+Donut slice styles
12+Languages supported
$0Cost to start
Workflow
How to Make a Donut Chart
Open the Donut Chart Maker
Go to MakeCharts and select the Donut chart type. No account needed — the editor loads instantly in your browser.
Add Your Slices and Values
Type each category name and its value into the data table, paste from a spreadsheet, or describe your data to the AI and let it populate the chart for you.
Customize Colors and Labels
Pick a color for each slice, choose your label format (name, percent, or both), adjust the inner radius, and set the legend position.
Download or Share
Export a high-quality PNG or SVG, copy the share link, or grab the embed code to add the donut chart to your website.
Use cases
Who Uses a Donut Chart — and Why
Budget and Revenue Breakdowns
Show how revenue, costs, or headcount split across departments without the clutter of a full pie. The center hole is perfect for displaying a total figure.
Traffic and Channel Mix
Visualize where your audience comes from — organic, paid, social, email — in a single glance that works in any report or dashboard.
Survey and Study Results
Present response distributions or categorical data in a format that is immediately intuitive for any audience, from students to stakeholders.
Personal Budgets and Goals
Track how you spend your time or money across categories with a donut chart that is easy to update and share.
Templates
Start with professionally designed templates
Donut Chart Template for Part-to-Whole Storiesdonut
Free donut chart template for visualizing traffic sources, market share, or budget splits. Customize colors, labels, and layout in seconds online.
Market Share Donut Chart TemplatedonutVisualize competitive market distribution instantly with our free donut chart template. Compare brand shares clearly — no design skills needed.
Survey Results Donut Chart TemplatedonutVisualize survey response distribution with a professional donut chart. Perfect for polling results, Likert scales, and audience feedback analysis.
Project Status Donut Chart TemplatedonutVisualize project completion status at a glance. Free donut chart template showing tasks by stage — completed, in progress, blocked, and more.
Budget Breakdown Donut Chart TemplatedonutVisualize your monthly budget by category with a free donut chart template. Customize slices, colors, and labels in seconds — no design skills needed.
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Comparison
MakeCharts vs. Making Donut Charts the Old Way
Skip the spreadsheet gymnastics. Here is what changes when you use a dedicated donut chart maker.
MakeCharts Donut Chart Maker
- Ready-made donut chart in under two minutes from any device
- Per-slice color picker with live preview on every change
- Flexible label formats (name, percent, both) with three position options
- One-click PNG or SVG export at full resolution
- Share via link or embed code — no file attachment needed
- AI generates your donut chart from a plain-English description
Excel / Manual Tools
- Requires multiple steps to insert and format a donut chart in Excel
- Limited slice color control — often resets on data refresh
- Label positioning is fiddly and often clips text
- Exporting a clean PNG takes extra steps and often loses quality
- Sharing means attaching a file or screenshotting
- No AI assistance — every edit is manual
FAQ
Donut Chart Maker — Frequently Asked Questions
Is this donut chart maker really free?
Yes — the core donut chart maker is completely free with no sign-up required. You can create, customize, and download donut charts at no cost. Paid plans unlock more AI credits, file upload, and embed codes, but the essential tool is always free.
How do I make a donut chart online without Excel?
Open MakeCharts, select the Donut chart type, and enter your categories and values in the data table. Customize colors and labels, then download or share — no Excel, no software installation, and no account needed.
How is a donut chart different from a pie chart?
A donut chart is a pie chart with the center cut out. The hollow center makes it easier to read the slices because your eye is drawn to the arc lengths rather than the angles. The center space can also display a key metric like a total or a percentage, adding extra information without extra clutter.
How do I make a donut chart in Excel — and is there a faster way?
In Excel you insert a pie chart and then change the series to a doughnut chart, then manually adjust the hole size and colors. MakeCharts is faster: enter your data, and the donut chart is ready in seconds with more styling options and a one-click download.
Can I use this as a donut pie chart maker for presentations?
Absolutely. Download your donut chart as a high-resolution PNG or crisp SVG, then drop it into PowerPoint, Google Slides, Keynote, or any presentation tool. The transparent-background SVG option keeps your slide background intact.
How many slices can I add to my donut chart?
You can add as many slices as your data requires. For readability, donut charts work best with 3 to 8 slices — beyond that, small slices become hard to compare. MakeCharts lets you group small categories into an 'Other' slice to keep the chart clean.
Can the AI generate a donut chart for me?
Yes. Type a description like 'Show Q1 sales split: Product A 45%, Product B 30%, Services 25%' into the prompt field, and the AI will build and configure the donut chart for you. You can then fine-tune any detail manually.
What file formats can I download?
Free users can download PNG images. Plus and Pro users can also download SVG files for vector-quality output that scales to any size without pixelation — ideal for print or large-format displays.
Can I embed the donut chart on my website?
Yes. Plus and Pro plans include an embed code. Copy the code snippet and paste it into your website HTML — the donut chart renders live and stays up to date if you edit it in MakeCharts.
Do I need to create an account to use the donut chart maker?
No account is needed to create and download a donut chart. Creating a free account lets you save your charts, access AI credits, and pick up where you left off on any device.
Built for Everyone
- Works in any modern browser — no software to install
- Fully usable on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- Interface available in 12+ languages
- Beginner-friendly defaults with expert-level controls when you need them
- Free tier with no time limit and no watermark on downloads
- Accessible color pickers and keyboard-navigable interface
Your Data, Your Control
- Your chart data is not sold or shared with third parties
- You choose what to publish — charts are private by default
- Delete your account and data at any time
- No tracking pixels or third-party ad scripts on chart pages
- File uploads (Pro) are processed securely and not retained after chart creation
Start now
Make Your Donut Chart Now
Free, online, and ready in under two minutes. No sign-up required.
- Free to use — no credit card
- No sign-up required
- Download as PNG or SVG
- AI chart generation included
- Shareable link on every chart
- Works on any device
Try: 'Show our Q1 revenue split across four product lines'