The fastest way to build and share a hill chart.
Open the builder, add your scopes, drag them along the hill, and share with a single link. No account, no install, works offline. Whether you need to build a hill chart for a sprint review or share one with stakeholders, this is the fastest tool to get the job done.
Open the BuilderWhy this builder
Share with a single URL
The full chart state is encoded in the link. Anyone with the URL sees exactly what you see, no sign-up needed.
Version history with ghosts
Save snapshots as work progresses. Ghost dots show where each item was last time, so real movement is visible.
PNG export + clipboard
Download the chart as an image or copy it straight to your clipboard for presentations and async updates.
Works offline
Once loaded, the builder keeps working without an internet connection. Nothing is lost if you go offline.
Private, local-first storage
Charts are saved in your browser. No server, no database, no tracking. Your data stays on your device.
No account, no install
Open the page and start building. There is no login wall, no onboarding flow, and nothing to install.
Build faster, share instantly
Most hill chart tools hide behind a paywall, force an account, or bury the chart inside a project-management suite you don’t need. This builder takes a different approach: you open a page, build your hill chart, and share it. The entire workflow takes seconds, not minutes.
Because the builder runs entirely in your browser, your data never leaves your device unless you choose to share it. You can build a chart on a plane, in a café, or during a meeting with no Wi-Fi. When you are ready to share, copy a URL that encodes every dot position, label, and color. The person who receives it sees an exact replica of your chart without needing an account either.
Version snapshots let you capture progress at any point. The next time you open the chart, ghost dots appear at the previous positions so you and your team can see what actually moved. That makes it easy to share a meaningful update rather than a static screenshot. Export a PNG for slides, copy the image to your clipboard for quick pasting, or paste the share link into Slack, Teams, or email.
How it works
Add your work items
Name each scope or feature and pick a color. Double-click the chart or use the button. You’re set in seconds.
Drag along the hill
Left of the peak = still figuring it out. Right of the peak = confident and executing. Position reflects reality, not a guess.
Share or export
Copy a shareable URL encoding the full chart, download a PNG for decks, or save locally and come back any time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a hill chart?
A hill chart maps work on a hill-shaped curve. The uphill side represents discovery and problem-solving, figuring out how something will work, while the downhill side represents execution and delivery. It shows confidence and uncertainty at a glance, far better than a raw percentage ever could. The concept was popularised by Basecamp’s Shape Up methodology. This builder lets you create that chart in seconds, then share it with your team via a single link.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Once loaded, you can continue working without a network connection. Your data stays in your browser.
Where is my data stored?
Your chart data is kept in your browser’s local storage on your device. Nothing is sent to a server.
Is it free?
Yes. You can build, edit, version, export, and share hill charts at no cost.
Do I need an account?
No. There is no login wall. Every core feature works without creating an account.
Can I use it for workshops?
Absolutely. Build a chart before the session and share the link with participants. During the workshop, drag dots live to capture the team’s assessment. Afterwards, share an updated snapshot so everyone walks away with the same picture. It works great for retros, roadmap reviews, leadership updates, and discovery sessions.
What can I export?
Download a PNG image to embed in slide decks or documents, copy the chart directly to your clipboard for fast pasting, or share a URL that encodes the full chart state including every dot, label, and color. Everything happens in the browser, no backend needed.
Your first hill chart is 30 seconds away.
No sign-up. No install. Open the builder, add your scopes, and share a snapshot.