Are.na vs Boardly

Since 2011, Are.na has been the platform of choice for creative researchers, designers, artists, academics, and rabbit-hole enthusiasts. Completely independent, free from ads, algorithms, and unhealthy business practices, Are.na is a calm, thoughtful space for you to connect your ideas and build new ones. - Save any kind of content into collections. - Organize links, videos, images, and texts in a clean, distraction-free space. - Share ideas and collaborate on projects with anyone, anywhere. - Invite friends to work together privately or in public. - Tap into a thoughtful community where curiosity is valued. - Break out of your filter bubble. Are.na is powered by people, not ads.

**Boardly– Collaborate, Create, Connect** Transform how you work together. Boardly is your shared workspace where ideas come to life through real-time collaboration. **Create Together** Build beautiful boards for any project, event, or idea. Add notes, photos, polls, todos, events, and links—all in one place. Watch your team's creativity unfold in real time. **Stay Connected** Chat directly within each board to discuss ideas, share updates, and keep everyone in sync. See who's online, who's contributing, and stay connected with your team. **Real-Time Sync** Every change, every message, every update happens instantly. No refresh needed. No waiting. Your team sees everything as it happens, keeping everyone on the same page. **Organize Everything** Create unlimited boards for different projects, teams, or events. Switch between boards seamlessly and keep your work organized and accessible. **Rich Note Types** - **Text Notes**: Capture ideas, thoughts, and details - **Photo Notes**: Share images with captions - **Polls**: Make decisions together with instant voting - **Todos**: Track tasks and check off completed items - **Events**: Plan gatherings with dates and descriptions - **Links**: Save and preview important URLs **Perfect For** - Team projects and planning - Event organization - Group decision-making - Shared idea boards - Family planning - Study groups - Creative collaborations **Privacy First** Your data is yours. We don't sell your information or share it with third parties. Collaborate with confidence knowing your boards are secure. Start collaborating today. Download Boardly and bring your team together.