Who is it for?
- It suits individuals and teams who want to design a mobile or web interface and produce a clickable prototype.
- It suits people who want several collaborators editing a design file at once and sharing it with developers.
Figma — UI Design and Prototyping
Figma
Figma is a design tool for designing and prototyping interfaces on one canvas, working with a team and turning designs into code with Dev Mode; it is used through figma.com and desktop apps.
Why it fits
Website / Desktop: Check each tool’s plan separately; one feature’s allowance does not cover another.
| Good to know | Website | Desktop |
|---|---|---|
| Free output | — | — |
| No account needed | — | — |
| No watermark | — | — |
| Works offline | — | — |
| Batch processing | — | — |
| Content language | — | — |
— Unverified conditions. Official documentation reviewed. The app itself has not been hands-on tested. Matches only documented content-language support, not interface language.
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Getting started
- Sign up for free on the site; you can also install the macOS or Windows app from the downloads page.
- Open a new design file, draw frames and components, then connect interactions between screens to build the prototype.
- Share the file with your team, and if you need developer handoff, check which plan unlocks Dev Mode on the plans page.
Decision points
- The free Starter plan has limits: the pricing page mentions unlimited drafts while the help table mentions one team, one folder and 3 files; verify in your account whether team work needs a paid plan.
- If you want an open-source tool you can self-host, also compare options such as Penpot; no self-hosting option was seen on the Figma pages reviewed.
Limits
- Free-plan limits and Dev Mode access vary by plan; the pricing page and the help table use different wording, so verify the current limit in your account.
- Paid plans split into full, dev and collab seats, and AI credits also vary by plan. Prices are not recorded here and may change.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use Figma for free?
The pricing page shows a free Starter plan with unlimited drafts, ready-made UI kits and templates, and limited AI credits. Limits such as the number of shared files are described differently in the help table; check them in your account.
Which platforms does Figma run on?
The downloads page lists desktop apps for macOS, Windows and Windows Arm, iOS/iPad and Android apps, font installers and a Chrome extension. System requirements are not described on the page; check what the mobile apps do on their store pages.