Step 1
Choose a preset or start fresh
Load a software development, marketing campaign, or website redesign schedule to get a working timeline structure in seconds.
Free Project Planning Tool
Free Project Timeline Template Generator
A project timeline template maps phases, milestones, and dependencies across dates so teams can see what happens when and what must finish first. This free project timeline template generator gives you a customizable project schedule template and Gantt-style timeline that you can export as PNG or standalone HTML.
Free project timeline template generatorDependency-aware Gantt chartPNG + HTML export
Built for
Client-facing implementation schedules
Internal delivery plans with dependencies
Reusable project schedule template workflows
Schedule snapshot
12 weeks
5 phases, 4 dependencies, and 4 milestones in the live project timeline maker.
Software DevelopmentApr 6 - Jun 23
How To
How to build a project schedule template
Start with a template, tune the dates and dependencies, then export the current schedule when the chart matches your engagement.
Step 2
Edit phases, dates, colors, and dependencies
Rename each phase, adjust the start and end dates, set a color, and click dependency chips to show which workstreams rely on earlier work.
Step 3
Add milestone checkpoints
Place launch dates, sign-off moments, or internal reviews on the timeline so the project schedule includes visible checkpoints beyond the phase bars.
Step 4
Export the live Gantt-style view
Download a PNG for quick sharing or a standalone HTML file when you want a reusable project timeline template outside the browser.
Editor
Build your timeline
Preset templates
Load a schedule structure, then customize it for your own client engagement.
Project overview
Project phases
Add the workstreams that should appear as bars in the Gantt-style chart, then click dependencies to connect them.
Phase 1
Discovery & Requirements
Dependencies
Phase 2
Product Design
Dependencies
Phase 3
Engineering Sprint
Dependencies
Phase 4
QA & Client UAT
Dependencies
Phase 5
Launch & Handoff
Dependencies
Milestones
Add approval points, launch dates, or internal review checkpoints that should sit on the timeline.
Milestone 1
Kickoff complete
Milestone 2
Design sign-off
Milestone 3
Beta review
Milestone 4
Production launch
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is a project timeline template?
A project timeline template is a schedule framework that maps phases, milestones, and dependencies across dates so teams can quickly understand what happens when and which steps must finish before the next ones begin.
Is this different from a Gantt chart?
A Gantt chart is the visual timeline view. This free project timeline template generator gives you both the editable project schedule template and the Gantt-style chart so you can plan and share the work more clearly.
Can I show milestones and dependencies?
Yes. You can add dated milestones and assign dependencies between phases, which then appear in the visual timeline so delivery order and handoffs are easier to explain to clients and internal teams.
How do I export the timeline?
Use the export buttons in the preview to download the current timeline as a PNG image or as a standalone HTML file that you can share, store, or open in any browser.
Should I start with a preset or a custom plan?
Use a preset when you need a fast starting point for common engagements like software development, marketing, or website redesign. Then edit the dates, colors, dependencies, and milestones until the schedule matches your project.
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