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Free mind map maker.

Write an outline. Indent to branch. Watch your ideas spread out from the center.

Your text

First line is the title. One idea per line. Label: detail adds a description; indent two spaces to branch.

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Preparing your diagram…

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How to use the mind map maker.

01
Write an outline.
The first line is your central topic. Main branches go on their own lines; indent sub-ideas with two spaces.
02
Choose a shape.
Spread branches around the center, lay them out as a tree, or arrange them around a hub.
03
Download it.
Save a PNG or SVG, or open it in the editor to add branches, restyle, and keep it.

Start from a template.

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Mind map

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Tree

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Hub

Questions, answered.

How do I add branches?

Indent a line with two spaces (or a tab) under the line it belongs to. Each extra level of indentation adds a deeper branch, up to six levels.

What becomes the center of the mind map?

Your title line. Start it with # to make it explicit, for example # Launching a podcast.

Can I brainstorm without an outline?

Yes. Write ideas as a flat list and they become first-level branches. You can group them later by indenting.

Is this mind map maker really free?

Yes. You can write, preview, switch layouts, and download a PNG or SVG without an account or a card. Signing up is only needed for AI drafting and cloud sync.

Does this page use AI?

No. The preview follows your lines exactly: each line becomes an item, a colon adds a description, and indentation adds a branch. Nothing is invented. If you want AI to draft or rewrite a diagram, open it in the editor and sign up for 10 free AI credits a month.

Is my text uploaded anywhere?

No. The diagram is drawn in your browser. When you choose Open in editor, it's saved to this browser's local storage, not to a server, unless you sign in and turn on sync.

Can I add notes to a branch?

Yes. Add a colon after a branch label, like Guest list: Five people to invite. Shorter labels keep the map easy to scan.