: A popular 2D CAD system. The community edition is open-source and free. Quick Comparison Table Education Plan Students/Teachers Windows/Mac Free Trial One-time projects $0 (30 days) Windows/Mac LibreCAD Basic 2D drafting $0 (Open Source) Windows/Mac/Linux FreeCAD 3D Design/BIM $0 (Open Source) Windows/Mac/Linux
Autodesk does not offer a permanently free version of AutoCAD for general use, but there are several legitimate ways to access the software or its alternatives for free. 1. Autodesk Education Plan (Best for Students)
: Visit the Autodesk Education Community , create an account, and upload proof of enrollment (like a student ID or transcript).
: Full access to the desktop software, web app, and mobile app. 2. AutoCAD Free Trial