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Long-Time Canva Users Report Feature Bloat Degrading Reliability

A long-time business user says Canva has grown bloated and unreliable compared to its earlier, simpler version, to the point of comparing it unfavorably to other collaboration tools. The complaint centers on accumulated features making the core product feel less helpful and stable over time.

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