Communication Diagram Maker

Visualize Object Interactions Clearly

Stop guessing how your code really talks. Creately’s UML communication diagram builder lets developers and software architects design communication/collaboration diagrams with numbered messages, debug faster, and share system designs —all in one interactive diagram.

Create a Communication Diagram

Model interactions fast — drag in objects and numbered messages, no formatting hassle
Collaborate live - align developers and reviewers in real time
Get a head start with ready-made diagrams and use auto layouts to keep tidy

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VISUALIZE

Understand Your System Interactions in Seconds

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Drag and drop in objects and relationships instantly to watch your system’s structure take shape without wrestling with the tool.
Draw and number messages in seconds so you can follow the exact flow of interactions—no ambiguity, no guesswork.
Add notes, annotations, guard conditions (like [valid] authorize()), and multiplicity right on objects and messages to keep complex interactions instantly clear.
Auto-aligned, clean connectors keep even complex communication patterns readable, so you never spend hours fixing messy layouts.

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COLLABORATE

Collaborate Seamlessly Across Teams

Build and refine diagrams together in real time, with live cursors and instant updates that keep everyone on the same page.
Discuss flows and decisions right on the diagram, using comments, threads, and reactions to avoid long Slack chains or disjointed emails.
Share with a link or export instantly, making reviews easy for developers, leads, and stakeholders—no sign-in obstacles.
Assign view or edit permissions so diagrams stay secure, structured, and accessible only to the right people.

ORGANIZE

Keep Even the Most Complex Systems Easily Organized

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Smart auto-formatting keeps diagrams neat so you never waste time manually aligning or rearranging objects.
Consistent UML 2.0 shapes and messaging notations ensure your diagrams follow proper notation every single time.
Layers and grouping let you break down subsystems while still keeping an eye on the big picture—perfect for large codebases.
Full version history with easy rollback means you can explore new ideas without fear of messing up your original design.

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EXECUTE

Execute with Clarity and Confidence

Connect your diagrams to Jira, Confluence, and more to tie system behavior directly into your development workflow.
Use built-in presentation mode to turn your diagrams into polished, meeting-ready visuals without switching tools.
Give developers clear, shareable specs that reduce ambiguity and prevent expensive rework during implementation.
Start with ready-made UML communication diagram templates so your team can jump straight into designing or debugging instead of setting up from scratch.
Export diagrams in SVG, PDF, or PNG formats for easy sharing, documentation, or embedding anywhere your team works.

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Create a Communication Diagram Book a Demo

A UML communication diagram (also called a collaboration diagram) shows how objects in your system interact through messages. Unlike sequence diagrams, which focus on timing, lifelines, and activation bars, communication diagrams emphasize object roles, links, and numbered messages, giving you a compact, easy-to-scan view of interactions. Use a communication diagram when you want to highlight object roles and connections, and a sequence diagram when you need to emphasize message order and timing.

How to Draw a Communication Diagram with Creately

Start with a ready-made UML communication template

Pick a template from Creately’s UML library so you don’t need to start from a blank canvas. It gives you the core object shapes and message elements you need right away.

Add your objects and define relationships

Drag and drop objects into the canvas and position them where they make sense in your system. Connect them using Creately’s smart connectors to show how they relate and interact.

Draw and sequence your messages

Use message arrows to illustrate the communication between objects. Add sequence numbers directly on the diagram to show the order of interactions without any manual formatting.

Add details, notes, and annotations

Click on any object or message to include descriptions, constraints, or design notes. These in-line details help your team understand context without switching between tools or documents.

Share, refine, and collaborate in real time

Invite your team to review the diagram, comment on specific interactions, or make edits live. You can also embed the online communication diagram in documentation or connect it to Jira/Confluence to keep everything aligned with your dev workflow.

Create a Communication Diagram

Free Ready-to-Use UML Communication Diagram Templates

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FAQs About Creately’s Communication Diagram Software

Do I need UML expertise to use Creately’s UML communication diagram maker?

Not at all. Creately offers ready-made UML templates, smart shapes, and auto-formatting, so anyone can create accurate communication diagrams online quickly.

Is Creately’s UML collaboration diagram maker free to try?

Yes! You can start creating communication diagrams for free and explore all the features without any upfront cost.

Can I customize shapes, messages, and diagram styles?

Yes. Creately’s communication diagram software lets you customize objects, message types, colors, and styles so your communication diagram online to match your project’s needs or your team’s standards.

Are there templates for common UML scenarios?

Yes. Creately’s communication diagram generator offers a library of pre-built UML collaboration/communication diagram templates for different system types, so you can start fast.

Does Creately support other UML diagrams besides communication diagrams?

Yes! Creately’s communication diagram creator supports all major UML diagram types, including class diagrams, sequence diagrams, use case diagrams, activity diagrams, state diagrams, and more. This makes it easy to document, design, and analyze your entire system in one platform without switching tools.

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