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Infinite digital sketching app for design ideation

Multi-platform digital drawing app with infinite canvas, vector-based editing, pressure-sensitive tools, and cloud synchronization across iOS, Android, Windows, and ChromeOS. Used by designers, architects, and creative professionals for conceptual design and digital sketching.

Established
Founded 2012 · Notable users include Disney, Playstation, Philips, HP, Apple, Google, Unity, and Illumination Entertainment. 93% of users on free plan; 25%+ conversion rate on iPad Pro segment.
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WHY IT EXISTS

Why This Tool Exists

The Problem

Architects and designers need flexible digital tools that support creative exploration without canvas limitations. Traditional drawing apps constrain workflows with fixed canvas sizes, and switching between devices often requires manual synchronization. Conceptual design work benefits from infinite space and intuitive gesture-based interfaces.

The Solution

Infinite canvas with vector-based editing, pressure-sensitive pen support, and seamless cloud synchronization enables architects and designers to sketch concepts across multiple devices. Hand-crafted brushes, editable vector strokes, and unlimited layers support detailed design work from ideation through presentation.

USAGE

How You Use It

Delivery Method
Mobile AppDesktop App
Integrations
iCloud DriveGoogle DriveWacom TabletsSurface Dial
Disciplines
Architecture
Workflows
Practice & Business Development
Project Phases
Pre-Design, Schematic Design, Design Development
Project Types
Commercial, Residential, Mixed-Use, Healthcare
TRANSPARENCY

Data Transparency

Exactly what this tool uses and how

Input
What it needs
Required:
Optional:Image files, PDF documents, Existing drawings
Formats:JPG, PNG, PSD, PDF, .concept (iOS), .concepts (Android/Windows)
Output
What you get
Format:Digital drawings and design files with multiple export options
Fields:Vector-based drawings, Raster compositions, Layered design files, Text annotations, Measurement and scale data
Algorithm
How it works
Model:Not AI-driven (professional drawing application)
Accuracy:Not applicable (no AI predictions)
Privacy
How your data is protected
Retention:User-controlled; drawings stored locally on device and in cloud services indefinitely
Training:User drawings not used for model training or analytics
Compliance:GDPR compliant, COPPA compliant, User drawings remain private and inaccessible to Concepts team
API
Integration
Endpoint:Contact vendor for API access
Method:Not publicly documented
USE CASES

Use Cases

  • ·Architectural schematic design and concept sketching
  • ·Early-phase design exploration and ideation
  • ·Annotated drawing markup and collaboration
  • ·Site analysis and design thinking workshops
  • ·Mobile sketch capture on jobsites and in-field assessments
  • ·Cross-device design work with cloud synchronization
PRICING

Pricing

Free
Free plan (infinite canvas, 5 layers, basic grid, JPG export)
Pro
Essentials ($39.99 one-time) + Subscription ($4.99/month or $29.99/year for all features)
Enterprise
Teams plan ($10/month per user with cloud syncing and sharing) or custom Enterprise pricing
Sources & Research NotesResearch date: 2026-04-04
Data Sources (11)
Fields Checked (14)
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Not Found (7)
fundingTotal, api-documentation, soc2-certification-report, iso27001-certification, detailed-privacy-policy-document, data-retention-days, compliance-certifications-specific
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