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What is ActiveDraft?

Instant Document Markup & Collaboration


ActiveDraft is a browser-based PDF markup and collaboration tool that provides contextual awareness to key areas of project documents. Tailored for contractors, architects, engineers, and their clients, ActiveDraft transforms static construction drawings into dynamic, interactive workspaces, facilitating real-time communication and collaboration. ActiveDraft can be used to identify, call out, and respond to potential issues directly in drawings or plans in real-time, to enrich conversations and prevent costly delays and miscommunication.


Key Features:


Instant Collaboration: Triggering real-time collaboration is as simple as drag, drop, share, and collaborate. Users can upload their favorite file types, which are then converted into interactive PDFs. These documents can be shared with a simple link via Teams, Slack, email, or text message, allowing team members and clients to engage with the content immediately.


Contextual Awareness: ActiveDraft provides contextual awareness by allowing users to pinpoint key areas and potential issues directly within the drawings. Annotations, measurements, and task assignments are visually anchored, ensuring precision and clarity in communication.

Universal Access: With a browser-based, device-agnostic design, ActiveDraft is accessible anytime, anywhere, on any device. There are no downloads or lengthy signup processes, ensuring seamless access for all team members.

Enhanced Communication: Threaded discussions, real-time notifications, and hyperlinking within documents ensure that all team members stay informed and organized. This reduces miscommunication and prevents costly project delays.

Tailored for construction workflows: The product supports a multitude of document types and offers features tailored for construction workflows, including real-time markup tools, measurements, and assignments. ActiveDraft notifications keep teams on the same page, while hyperlinking brings a new level of organization to document-based discussions.


Whether the user is are a contractor, architect, or project manager, ActiveDraft helps transform construction documents into collaborative workspaces, enhancing project efficiency and success. And, ActiveDraft's freemium pricing model allows individuals or teams to manage one project for free.

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Screenshot of shareable drawings & plans, so users can pinpoint key areas or potential issues and invite teammates and clients through a simple link.
Screenshot of the file upload feature that lets users turn documents into fully collaborative canvases.
Screenshot of the interface used to create and confirm measurements, callout focus areas, and assign critical project tasks.
Screenshot of a drawing. Rally the troops around it at the same time for rich multi-player meetings, or simply markup and tag teammates at a time that’s more convenient.
Screenshot of the project document management system, used to manage documents safely and securely. ActiveDraft’s secure cloud storage will ensure everyone on the team is working off the same file.

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Screenshot of shareable drawings & plans, so users can pinpoint key areas or potential issues and invite teammates and clients through a simple link.

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Technical Details

Technical Details
Deployment TypesSaaS
Mobile ApplicationApple iOS
Supported CountriesUnited States
Supported LanguagesEnglish

FAQs

What is ActiveDraft?
ActiveDraft is a browser-based PDF markup and collaboration tool that provides contextual awareness to key areas of project documents. ActiveDraft transforms static construction drawings into dynamic, interactive workspaces, facilitating real-time communication and collaboration.
How much does ActiveDraft cost?
ActiveDraft starts at $0.
What are ActiveDraft's top competitors?
Bluebeam, Fieldwire, and Autodesk Construction Cloud are common alternatives for ActiveDraft.