Datawrapper
datawrapper.de
A free online tool for creating publication-quality charts, maps, and tables from your data — no coding required.
Why it is useful
Produces the cleanest, most accessible data visualizations of any free tool, which is why it is used by major newsrooms including The New York Times and The Economist. The default styles are excellent out of the box, and the color accessibility checker prevents common mistakes. Free for public-facing charts with no watermark.
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