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Free Checklist Maker
Also available in ClickUp
Need a more powerful, collaborative tool? Try ClickUp Task Checklists
This free tool gives you a quick way to create and export personal checklists. ClickUp's Task Checklists do everything this tool does and more, with team collaboration, reusable checklist templates, assignees on individual items, and automations that trigger when items are completed.
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Stay Organized, Get It Done
Build clear, structured checklists in seconds and take them anywhere.
Sections Keep Things Tidy
Group related items under labeled section headers so your checklist has real structure. Whether you are breaking a project into phases or separating categories in a packing list, sections make long checklists scannable and easy to follow.
Start From a Template
Skip the blank page. Choose from 8 prebuilt starter templates covering common scenarios like project launches, moving day, event planning, and travel packing. Pick one, customize it, and you are ready to go.
Export to PDF or Print
When you need a hard copy or a shareable file, generate a clean PDF of your entire checklist with one click. Everything is formatted with your title, sections, and item status included. You can also print directly from your browser.
HOW IT WORKS
What You Can Do With This Checklist Maker
A walkthrough of the key features that make this the most capable free checklist tool available.
Type a checklist item and press Enter to add it instantly. Click any item to edit its text inline. Drag and drop items to reorder them, or use keyboard arrow controls for accessibility. Every interaction auto-saves to your browser so nothing is lost.
Type a checklist item and press Enter to add it instantly. Click any item to edit its text inline. Drag and drop items to reorder them, or use keyboard arrow controls for accessibility. Every interaction auto-saves to your browser so nothing is lost.
HOW WE COMPARE
Free Checklist Maker vs. the Competition
See how ClickUp's free checklist maker stacks up against other popular tools.
| Feature |
ClickUp
Free
|
Checkli |
Cheqmark |
Canva |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No Signup Required | Yes | Limited | Yes | Account needed |
| Sections & Groups | Yes | No | No | No |
| Starter Templates | 8 included | Signup needed | Design only | Design only |
| PDF Export | Free | No | Paid only | Yes |
| Drag & Drop Reorder | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Progress Tracking | Yes | No | No | No |
| Copy to Clipboard | Yes | No | No | No |
| 100% Free (No Paywalls) | Yes | Freemium | Freemium | Freemium |
No Signup Required
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
Limited
Cheqmark
Yes
Canva
Account needed
Sections & Groups
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
No
Cheqmark
No
Canva
No
Starter Templates
ClickUp
8 included
Checkli
Signup needed
Cheqmark
Design only
Canva
Design only
PDF Export
ClickUp
Free
Checkli
No
Cheqmark
Paid only
Canva
Yes
Drag & Drop Reorder
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
Yes
Cheqmark
No
Canva
Yes
Progress Tracking
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
No
Cheqmark
No
Canva
No
Copy to Clipboard
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
No
Cheqmark
No
Canva
No
100% Free (No Paywalls)
ClickUp
Yes
Checkli
Freemium
Cheqmark
Freemium
Canva
Freemium
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about this free checklist maker.
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