# Org Charts overview

**Category:** [Org Charts](https://help.totalctrl.app/hc/totalctrl/totalctrl-help-center/en-US/categories/org-charts)
**Updated:** 2026-08-19

The Org Charts app is a standalone builder for creating org charts from scratch — perfect for planning a re-org, modelling a new team, or mapping people who aren't in your directory yet.
## Highlights

- **Drag-and-drop** reporting lines with cycle protection.
- **Add anyone** — pick from your workspace or type in new hires.
- **Visibility** — keep a chart private or share it with your organization.
- **Secure embeds** — publish a live, iframe-able view for any website.
- **Export** to PNG, SVG, or a live Wiki page.

## Standalone, but connected

Org Charts works without the Employee Directory. If you do have the directory, you can export its live org chart here to get an editable copy.

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## Related Articles

- [Visibility: private vs. organization](https://help.totalctrl.app/en-US/articles/visibility)
- [Publish a secure live embed](https://help.totalctrl.app/en-US/articles/secure-embed)
- [Drag-and-drop reporting lines](https://help.totalctrl.app/en-US/articles/drag-and-drop)
- [Export to PNG, SVG, or Wiki](https://help.totalctrl.app/en-US/articles/export)
- [Export your directory org chart here](https://help.totalctrl.app/en-US/articles/from-directory)

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