Prezi

Prezi is a cloud-based presentation software that enables users to create visually dynamic presentations on a single, zoomable canvas. Unlike traditional slide decks, Prezi emphasizes non-linear navigation, allowing presenters to zoom in and out of topics and pan across content to reveal relationships and context.

Originating in Hungary, Prezi was founded in 2009 by Adam Somlai-Nagy, Peter Arvai, and Péter Halácsy. It began as a web-based tool and later added desktop editing options for offline work. The service expanded to offer different product lines and collaboration features as it grew in popularity among educators, businesses, and public speakers.

Key features include a canvas-based layout, path-based navigation, a variety of templates, and real-time collaboration. Users can share presentations online or export them to various formats; a desktop application is available for offline editing. Prezi also integrates with other productivity tools and supports multi-user editing and presentation modes.

Reception to Prezi has been mixed. It is praised for creating engaging, visually striking presentations and for its ability to convey context. Critics note a steeper learning curve than slide-based tools and warn that overuse of motion can be distracting or dizzying for some viewers.

Licensing typically follows a freemium model, with free access offering basic features and paid subscriptions unlocking additional templates, offline editing, analytics, and enterprise options. The company has continued to evolve its product lineup to include related tools for video and visual storytelling as part of its broader workflow offerings.