Gliffy
Intuitive online diagramming for teams using Confluence, Jira, and the web
About Gliffy
Gliffy is a cloud-based diagramming tool by Perforce that lets teams create flowcharts, UML diagrams, network diagrams, wireframes, and more using a simple drag-and-drop interface. It integrates deeply with Atlassian products like Confluence and Jira, and also offers a standalone web editor for quick visual documentation.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Extremely easy to learn with intuitive drag-and-drop interface
- Best-in-class Confluence and Jira integration as a Cloud Fortified app
- AI-powered diagram generation saves significant time
- Affordable per-user pricing compared to competitors like Lucidchart
- Extensive template library covering flowcharts, UML, ERDs, and network diagrams
- Clean, fast editor that works well for quick documentation
Cons
- Limited advanced customization compared to Lucidchart or draw.io
- No mobile app for on-the-go diagramming
- Can become slow with very large or complex diagrams
- Standalone web editor has fewer features than the Confluence integration
- No offline mode available
Key Features
Drag-and-Drop Editor
Create professional diagrams quickly with an intuitive drag-and-drop interface and extensive shape libraries
Confluence & Jira Integration
Embed diagrams directly in Confluence pages and Jira issues with deep Atlassian Marketplace integration
AI Diagram Generation
Generate diagrams from text prompts using AI, eliminating the need to build from scratch or search for templates
Real-Time Collaboration
Share and co-edit diagrams with team members simultaneously for faster feedback and alignment
Template Library
Start from hundreds of pre-built templates for flowcharts, UML, ERDs, org charts, network diagrams, and more
Multi-Format Export
Export diagrams as JPEG, PNG, or SVG for use in presentations, documentation, and reports
Mermaid & BPMN Support
Create formal notation diagrams including BPMN process diagrams and Mermaid code-based diagrams
Version History
Track changes to diagrams over time and revert to previous versions when needed
Pricing
- Up to 5 diagrams
- Basic shapes and templates
- PNG/JPG export
- Gliffy Online access
- Unlimited diagrams
- Full shape libraries
- SVG export
- Priority support
- Everything in Personal
- Real-time collaboration
- Shared team folders
- Admin controls
- Annual billing savings
- Everything in Team
- SSO integration
- Advanced admin controls
- Dedicated support
- Custom onboarding
Best For
Software Architecture Documentation
Create UML diagrams, ERDs, and system architecture charts directly in Confluence alongside project documentation
Business Process Mapping
Map out workflows, approval processes, and SOPs using BPMN notation for operational clarity
IT Network Diagrams
Document network topologies, infrastructure layouts, and cloud architectures for IT teams
Agile Sprint Planning
Embed visual diagrams in Jira issues to illustrate technical requirements and system interactions
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