Business Model Canvas
Map out your business on the nine-block Business Model Canvas, or switch to a Lean Canvas, on an editable grid with prompts in each block. Export a PNG or PDF. Saved on your device.
Open Business Model Canvas →What is the Business Model Canvas tool?
A free editor for mapping your business on the classic nine-block Business Model Canvas, or switching to a Lean Canvas. Each block has a prompt to guide what to write, and you can export the finished canvas as a PNG or PDF. It runs in your browser, saves your work on your device, and works offline.
How to use Business Model Canvas
- Choose a canvas — Start with the nine-block Business Model Canvas, or switch to the Lean Canvas.
- Fill in each block — Click into a block and type your ideas. The prompt in each block reminds you what it's for, such as customer segments, value propositions or revenue streams.
- Give it a title — Add a title so your canvas is clearly labelled when you export it.
- Export — Download the canvas as a PNG image or as a PDF to share or print.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the two canvases?
The Business Model Canvas is the classic nine-block framework for established models; the Lean Canvas adapts it for early-stage startups, swapping in blocks like Problem and Solution.
Are the prompts in each block?
Yes. Every block shows a short prompt so you know what kind of detail to write, which is helpful if it's your first canvas.
Is my work saved?
Yes. Your canvas is saved locally on your device, so it's still there when you come back. Nothing is uploaded.
Can I export to share or print?
Yes. You can export a PNG for screens and slides, or a PDF for printing and sharing.
Tips
- Keep each block to short bullet points rather than long paragraphs — a canvas is meant to be scannable.
- Switch to the Lean Canvas if you're at the early-startup stage and want to focus on the problem and solution.
- Export a PDF when you want a clean, print-ready copy to hand round in a meeting.