Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ)   Here you will find the questions most frequently asked by our users. Keep in mind this is not a help section. These questions are mostly high level questions. For help with ChartGo issues, please visit the Help section. Or send us a message via the Contact Us page.

   Is the site free?

Yes it is. You will not find a pricing page anywhere on this site.

   Do I need your permission to use the generated chart images?

No, you do not need our permission. The generated chart image belongs to the person that created them. That's why we do not put a ChartGo watermark on the generated images. We only provide the tool to create the image. You can use your image for commercial or personal purposes. Also, it is not necessary to reference us. If you want to mention our website, we appreciate it but it is not mandatory.

   Are there any technical requirements for using the site?

There are two important requirements & a recommendation
•   Make sure you have JavaScript enabled in your browser.
•   Make sure you're using a modern up to date browser. Internet Explorer 7 or older will not work.
•   If you're using a mobile device, it is recommended you turn your device sideways.

   How long are my graphs saved?

Your graph is never removed if its active. But if your graph is inactive for over a year, we might remove it from the system. A graph becomes inactive when no one has visited your graph AND if you have not used the 'Save link' for over a year.

   How do I save my graph image?

In the result page, below your generated chart image, click on "Download Image".

   I'm getting an error, what do I do?

First follow the instructions on the error message. If that doesn't help, then follow the ChartGo guide. If you still have an error, take a look a the Help section. If you still get the error, send us a message via the contact us page.

   Can others see my graph?

The only way others can see your graph is if YOU send them a link to your graph or if YOU embed your graph on your site. So no, they don't see your chart unless you want them too.

   Will my data/chart be sold or shared with an outside company or person?

We don't share, sell or give your data to anyone.

   If I modify a graph that I had previously shared or embedded on a blog, will visitors see the updated graph?

Yes but only if you use the "Save your graph" link to retrieve and modify your graph. Lets go through an example.

•   Assume you create a chart and use the embed link to show the chart inside your blog.
•   A week later you decide to make a change, so you come back to ChartGo and use your "Save" link to retrieve your chart.
•   Now, any new changes you made to your chart will show up in your blog.

If you find that your changes aren't taking effect, try putting the "Save your graph" link directly on the browser's address bar and hit the enter button. This removes your old graph. A new one will be generated the next time a user visits your graph.

   How long does my session stay active?

About five minutes. If you do nothing on the site for over five minutes, your session is reset and you will lose your content. You will then need to re-enter your data and settings.

   Is there a download version of ChartGo for PC or Mac?

No. ChartGo is a browser/internet based web application. If you see a download link somewhere, it is probably an ad.

   What's the difference between 'Save your graph' and 'Share your graph'?

•   Save your graph is the link you would use to retrieve and modify your graph later on. Usually, you would not share this with others.

•   Share your graph is the link you would share with others so they can view your graph. They cannot modify the graph only view it.

   When sharing, should I give out my 'Share your graph' link or the address on browser's address bar?

Only use "Share your graph". If you share the link from your browser's address field on top, it's possible that the URL will be cut since its a long address. Also, there is no guarantee that we will continue showing the full address in the future.

   What is the row limit for excel or csv documents? What's the file size limit?

Uploaded files cannot contain more than 100 rows and cannot exceed over 5 megs.

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