Free Online Whiteboard for Chromebook — Works in Chrome Instantly
The perfect whiteboard for Chromebook — open Chrome, go to onlinewhiteboard.org, and draw. No Android app, no Linux apps, no Play Store. Every Chromebook in your school or home is immediately ready.
Why Chromebook Users Need a Browser-Based Whiteboard
Chromebooks are built for the browser — so is this whiteboard.
Chromebooks run ChromeOS and are most powerful with browser-based tools. Many whiteboard apps require Android or desktop installation which adds friction, crashes on older Chromebook models, or isn't available through school-managed device policies.
OnlineWhiteboard.org is built for the browser. It runs perfectly in Chrome on every Chromebook — from budget school Chromebooks to the latest Chromebook Plus models. No Play Store needed, no permissions to configure, no admin approval required. Open the URL and draw.
Full Whiteboard Features on Your Chromebook
Everything works in Chrome — nothing to install.
Drawing Tools in Chrome
Pen, highlighter, shapes, arrows — use mouse, trackpad, or touchscreen with equal precision.
Touchscreen & Stylus
Touch-enabled for Chromebooks with touchscreen displays. Compatible with USI and other Chromebook styluses.
Sticky Notes
Click to add sticky notes anywhere — great for student brainstorming activities in a browser tab.
Image Upload
Upload images from your Chromebook Downloads folder directly onto the canvas.
PDF & PNG Export
Download exports to your Chromebook Files — no subscription, no account.
Save Board
Save your whiteboard as a project file to Chromebook Files and reload later.
Multiple Boards
Manage multiple boards in one tab — useful for different lesson topics.
Laser Pointer
Use the laser pointer mode for presentations during Google Meet or Zoom screen sharing.
Dark Mode
Dark canvas mode — works smoothly even on lower-spec Chromebook displays.
How to Use the Whiteboard on Your Chromebook
Three steps — all in Chrome.
Open Chrome and Go to onlinewhiteboard.org
Type the address into Chrome's address bar and press Enter. The whiteboard loads in seconds — no install, no account.
Draw with Mouse, Trackpad, or Touch
Select a tool from the toolbar and start drawing. Touch-enabled Chromebooks support touch and stylus directly on the canvas.
Export and Save to Files
Click the PNG or PDF export button. Your whiteboard downloads to Chromebook Files immediately — no account needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the online whiteboard work on Chromebook?
Yes — it works in Chrome browser on all Chromebook models. No Android app or Play Store installation required.
Can students use it on school-managed Chromebooks?
Yes. Since it's a browser-based tool on a standard domain, it works on managed Chromebooks without any special permissions or admin configuration.
Does it support stylus pens on Chromebook?
Yes. USI stylus and other Chromebook-compatible pens work on touchscreen Chromebooks with the online whiteboard canvas.
Can I use this instead of Google Jamboard on Chromebook?
Yes — Google Jamboard was shut down in December 2024. OnlineWhiteboard.org is a free, actively maintained Jamboard replacement that works in Chrome. See the Jamboard alternative guide →
Does it work offline on Chromebook?
The whiteboard requires an initial internet connection to load. Once loaded, basic drawing works if the connection drops, but for full reliability keep the connection active.