Tableau Public

Tableau Public is a desktop application for macOS that enables users to build interactive data visualisations. It provides tools for connecting to data sources, shaping data, and designing charts, maps, and dashboards that can be explored within the program. Once a visualisation is created, the software uploads the work to an online gallery where it can be viewed and interacted with by anyone with internet access.

The platform is aimed at individuals who want to share analytical insights publicly, such as journalists, educators, students, and hobbyists. It supports a range of chart types and allows users to add filters, tooltips, and other interactive elements that let viewers investigate the underlying data.

What distinguishes Tableau Public is its integration of a full‑featured visualisation authoring environment with a public sharing service, all available at no cost for macOS users. The resulting visualisations are hosted on Tableau’s servers and can be embedded in websites or shared via direct links.