About GanttProject
GanttProject is a free desktop app for project scheduling with Gantt charts. It runs on Windows, macOS and Linux and keeps your data on your own computer.
What it does
You can build a project plan with tasks, dependencies and milestones, then view it on a timeline. Resources and costs can be assigned to tasks, so you can see how much a project is likely to need. The app reads and writes files used by Microsoft Project, which makes exchanging plans with Microsoft Project users simpler.
Key features
- Plan tasks on a Gantt chart timeline
- Assign resources and track costs
- Open MS Project MPP and XML files
- Work offline with data kept on your computer
- Export schedules in XML format
Who it's for
Small and medium businesses in construction, architecture, engineering and media, and students learning project planning. It is a practical option for people who do not need the full feature set of an enterprise tool.
Pricing and good to know
GanttProject is free to use and open source under GPL-3.0. The site notes there are no subscriptions. A cloud service and consulting help are also offered for people who want them, but the desktop app works without either.
Highlights
- Plan tasks on a Gantt chart timeline
- Assign resources and track costs
- Open MS Project MPP and XML files
- Work offline with data kept on your computer
- Export schedules in XML format
