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Get a free mind map from your notes, and unlimited ones on Plus

Upload a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of a page and get an editable, explorable mind map. Start free with 3 generations a month.

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Drop files here or browsePDF, DOCX, PPTX, text or photos of your notes · several files with Plus

Free · First set needs no signup · Creates mind maps in seconds

How a free mind map fits into studying

A free mind map made from your own lecture notes is the quickest way to see how a unit fits together before an exam. DeckOwl's free plan includes 3 generations a month, so you can test it on real material without a credit card. Unlimited generations are part of Plus.

3 free generations per month on the Free plan
Unlimited generations on Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month
Students get 40% off Plus with a school email
No credit card needed to start

Example biology mind map branches

Cell structureNucleus · Mitochondria · Ribosomes · Cell membrane

PhotosynthesisLight-dependent reactions · Calvin cycle · Chloroplast · Inputs and outputs

Cell divisionMitosis · Meiosis · Cell cycle checkpoints · Chromosome number

EnzymesActive site · Substrate specificity · Temperature and pH · Competitive inhibition

GeneticsDominant and recessive alleles · Punnett squares · Genotype vs phenotype · Linkage

Generate the full set

Editable mind maps

Rename nodes, move branches, and rearrange topics after the AI draft.

Explorable structure

Expand and collapse branches to move from the big picture down to details.

Built from your material

Works from your own lecture slides, chapters, and notes, not generic content.

How it works

Upload your notes

Add a PDF, DOCX, PPTX, text file, or a photo of a page.

Generate the map

The AI builds a mind map from your material in one pass.

Edit and explore

Rename, move, and expand branches until the map matches your course.

Mind maps work best when they stay close to your source. Upload the chapter or slides you are studying, then trim or rename branches so the structure matches how your instructor framed the topic.

Explore related topics

Unlimited Mind Map Maker

Plus removes the monthly cap on mind maps. Turn notes and PDFs into editable maps.

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AI-Based Mind Map Generator

Turn PDFs or notes into an editable, explorable AI mind map.

AI Concept Map from PDF

Turn a PDF or notes into an editable, explorable concept map with AI, free to start.

AI Concept Map Generator From Text

Turn pasted text or uploaded notes into an editable, explorable mind map with AI.

Sample AI Concept Map for Photosynthesis

See a photosynthesis concept map sample, then build one from your own notes or PDFs.

AI Concept Mapping Tool

Turn PDFs or notes into an editable mind map to study how concepts connect.

AI Mind Map from PDF

Upload a PDF or notes and get an editable, explorable mind map with AI.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a truly unlimited free mind map option?

No. The Free plan includes 3 generations per month, and unlimited generations are part of Plus at $39/year or $7.99/month. Students with a school email get 40% off.

How many branches should a study mind map have?

Five to nine main branches usually works well, with two to four short sub-points under each. If a branch needs more, split it into its own map.

Can I export my mind map?

PDF and DOCX export are included in Plus, along with Anki and CSV export. The Free plan lets you study in the browser without exports.

How do I study from a mind map?

Redraw the map from memory, then compare it with your source notes to find gaps. Turn the weakest branches into flashcards for spaced review.

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Keep exploring the topic

Review the main ideas visually or practice recalling them.