Easy Concept Map Maker, Free to Start
See how a concept map groups ideas into linked branches, then let AI build one from your own notes, PDF or slides.
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CogniGuide at a glance
- What you get
- Interactive mind maps of the main ideas and how they connect. Free: overview maps (detailed maps on your first 3 creations). Plus: detailed maps with supporting concepts.
- Exports
- Your first PDF or PNG export is free; Plus exports anytime.
- Price
- Free plan: 5 creations a week, up to 3 a day. Plus: $9.99/month or $99.90/year (USD; local prices at checkout).
- Sign-up
- A free account is required before you create anything (Google or email). No credit card.
- What you can upload
- PDF, Word (.docx), PowerPoint (.pptx), plain text or Markdown, and images (PNG, JPG, WebP, GIF), or type a topic. One file per creation on the free plan; several at once on Plus.
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What the Free Concept Map Maker Does
Build a clear map from your own material, then use it to study and test yourself.
Build from your files
Upload a PDF, Word, PowerPoint, text, Markdown or image file and get a map from its content.
Clear linked branches
Main ideas sit at the centre, with linked sub-concepts you can expand, edit or reorder.
Quiz and export next
Turn the map into a quiz, make flashcards from the same notes, or export as PNG or PDF.
How to Make a Concept Map Free
Three steps from raw notes to a map you can study from.
- 1
Add your notes or topic
Upload a file or type the subject you want mapped.
- 2
AI builds the map
The concepts are grouped into a branched map you can expand node by node.
- 3
Study, expand or quiz
Edit nodes, export the map, or turn it into a quiz to check what you remember.
Easy Concept Map Maker: How Concept Maps Work
A concept map is a diagram that shows how ideas connect. Each concept sits in a box, and labelled lines show how one idea relates to another. Most maps start with one central topic and branch out into main ideas, supporting details and examples. An easy concept map maker handles the layout for you, so you can focus on the relationships between ideas.
- Central topic: the main subject placed at the centre
- Main branches: the key ideas that split the topic
- Linking words: short labels that explain each connection
- Supporting details: examples, facts and evidence
- Cross-links: connections between branches
Use the map to review before a test, spot gaps in your notes, or plan an essay. CogniGuide can build a personalised concept map from your own notes or PDF in a few minutes.
Free Concept Map Maker Questions
Answers about making concept maps and using CogniGuide for free.
What is the difference between a concept map and a mind map?
A concept map links ideas with labelled connections and can form networks, while a mind map radiates from one centre in a tree-like layout. Both help you see structure, but concept maps show how ideas relate to each other.
How do I start a concept map?
Pick a focus question or central topic, list the key terms, then group related terms under main branches and connect them with short linking words.
Which files can I use to make a map with CogniGuide?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or images, or simply type a topic.
Is CogniGuide free and can I turn the map into a quiz?
There is a free plan with 5 creations a week and no payment needed. You can also turn a finished map into a quiz to test yourself.