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Map your ideas out from one central topic

Start with a topic, press Tab to branch out, and keep going until the whole picture is on one page. Colourful branches, curved links, and nothing to install.

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  • Free, no sign-up
  • Saved on your device
  • No watermark
Example — the “Project kickoff” template
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The basics

What is a mind map?

A mind map puts one idea in the middle and grows related ideas around it as branches, then sub-branches. Because everything stays on one page, you see how the pieces connect — which is why mind maps work so well for planning, note-taking and brainstorming.

Each branch gets its own soft colour, so a busy map still reads at a glance. Move branches anywhere; the curved links follow.

What you can add

  • Central topic
  • Branch
  • Idea
  • Note
  • Frame

Features

What makes it work

  • Branch with one key

    Select an idea and press Tab — a connected branch appears, ready to type. Or click the + on any side.

  • Colour-coded branches

    Each main branch carries its colour down to its ideas, so themes stay easy to follow.

  • Free-form canvas

    Drag branches to rebalance the map, add notes and frames, and zoom from the big picture to the detail.

  • Real templatesStart from a worked example and make it yours.
  • Smart connectorsDrag a + handle to connect; Tab adds the next step.
  • PNG, SVG & file exportFor docs and slides — or a .json to keep editing.
  • Share linksSend a link; whoever opens it gets their own copy.
  • Private by defaultSaved in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
  • Works on touchPan, pinch and edit on a tablet or phone.

Templates

Start from a worked example

Open one, change the words and it's yours — every element stays editable.

How it works

Three steps to done

Create a mind map
  1. Step 1

    Type your central topic, or start from a template.

  2. Step 2

    Press Tab to add branches and ideas — Enter to edit.

  3. Step 3

    Arrange it, then export a PNG or SVG, or share a link.

Use cases

Who it's for

  • Project kickoffs

    Goals, team, timeline, risks and budget — agreed on one page before work starts.

  • Study and revision

    Break a topic into causes, stages and examples. Great before exams.

  • Content planning

    Topics, formats and channels for a month of posts.

Mind Map

Common questions

Is this mind map maker free?

Yes. It's free with no sign-up, no watermark and no limit on maps. Your maps are saved in your browser.

How do I add a branch?

Select a topic and press Tab, or click one of the + buttons around it. A new connected idea appears with its text ready to type.

Can I export my mind map?

Yes — download a PNG for documents and slides, an SVG that stays sharp at any size, or a .json board file to keep editing later.

Is there another way to make a mind map from text?

Yes. If you'd rather type an indented outline, the Mind Map Maker tool turns it into a balanced map automatically.

More solutions

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