LibreCAD
LibreCAD provides free, open-source 2D CAD for Windows, macOS, and Linux, with documentation and community support.
About LibreCAD
LibreCAD is a free 2D CAD application for Windows, macOS and Linux, released under GPLv2. It is aimed at 2D drafting work and is supported by a community of users, contributors and developers rather than a commercial vendor; the project states there are no trials, subscriptions, license costs or annual fees.
Key features
- 2D CAD drafting on Windows, macOS and Linux
- GPLv2 licensed; free to use, copy and modify
- Interface translated into over 30 languages
- Installers: DMG for macOS, EXE for Windows, AppImage for Linux
- Support through forum, IRC channel and Zulip chat
- Manual and wiki documentation plus build-from-source instructions
Best for: Individuals, students and small workshops that need free 2D drafting software across Windows, macOS and Linux.
Good for
- No license costs, trials, subscriptions or annual fees
- Cross-platform availability with translations in over 30 languages
- Community documentation, forum and chat channels for support
Watch out for
- The site notes that help is needed for macOS deployment
- The team is small and states that bugs and features remain unresolved
- Linux packages from a distribution's package manager may be older than the version on GitHub
LibreCAD at a glance
- Website
- librecad.org
- Category
- Design & Creative › 3D, CAD & Motion
- Type
- Website
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Platforms
- Linux, Web, Windows
- Open source
- Not stated
- Last checked
- Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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LibreCAD FAQ
Is LibreCAD free to use?
Yes. The project states there are no trials, subscriptions, license costs or annual fees, and that it is GPLv2 open source.
Which operating systems does it run on?
Windows, macOS and Linux. The site offers DMG packages for macOS, EXE installers for Windows and AppImage packages for Linux, and notes that help is needed for macOS deployment.
Can I build it from source?
Yes. Building from source is listed as an option on all platforms, with instructions in the project manual and source code available from GitHub as a ZIP or repository clone.
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