MindMeister
MindMeister is a free online mind mapping tool that lets individuals and teams visually brainstorm, organize ideas, and collaborate in real time.
At a Glance
About MindMeister
MindMeister is a web-based mind mapping platform trusted by over 50 million users worldwide, enabling individuals and teams to visually capture, organize, and share ideas. It supports real-time collaboration, making it ideal for brainstorming sessions, team meetings, study, and project planning. The platform is ISO 27001 certified, GDPR compliant, and hosted in Germany, offering enterprise-grade security. Users can get started instantly by signing up for free and choosing from a variety of templates or a blank canvas.
- Real-time collaboration — Invite unlimited collaborators to view or edit mind maps simultaneously with live cursors and comments.
- Presentation mode — Display mind maps as visual presentations directly from the editor, eliminating the need for separate slide software.
- Templates library — Choose from a wide variety of quick-start templates to accelerate brainstorming and planning.
- Outline mode — Switch between free-form mind mapping and structured bullet-point writing within the same map.
- Version history — Access and restore previous versions of mind maps, with up to all-time history on paid plans.
- File exports — Export mind maps as PNG, JPG, PDF, Microsoft Word, or PowerPoint files.
- MeisterTask integration — Convert mind map topics directly into actionable tasks on MeisterTask project boards.
- Microsoft Teams integration — Collaborate on mind maps from within MS Teams for seamless brainstorming sessions.
- Google Workspace integration — Create and open mind maps directly from Google Drive (Pro and above).
- Custom branding — Add company logos and custom color palettes to maps and exported documents (Pro and above).
- Mobile apps — Access MindMeister on iOS and Android for on-the-go mind mapping.
- Enterprise security — SAML SSO, advanced admin controls, compliance exports, and IP-range restrictions available on Business plans.
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Pricing
Free
For individuals who want to get started with mind mapping.
- 3 mind maps
- Unlimited collaborators
- Templates
- Presentations
- Focus mode
Personal
For individuals who want more flexibility and customization.
- Unlimited mind maps
- 2 attachments per map
- 7-day version history
- Private maps
- File exports (PNG, JPG, PDF)
- Print mind maps
- Microsoft Teams integration
- Email support
- Single admin
Pro
For small teams who want to brainstorm and collaborate together.
- Unlimited attachments
- Unlimited version history
- Multiple admins
- Google Workspace integration
- MS exports (Word, PowerPoint)
- Custom branding
- Custom color palette
- Email support
Business
For organizations that need advanced security and quick, dedicated support.
- Group sharing
- Compliance exports and backups
- SAML SSO (contact Sales)
- Advanced settings
- Automated access approval
- Dedicated Customer Success Manager
- Personalized onboarding
- Priority email & phone support
- Advanced security
Capabilities
Key Features
- Real-time collaboration
- Mind map templates
- Presentation mode
- Outline mode
- Version history
- File exports (PNG, JPG, PDF)
- Microsoft Word and PowerPoint exports
- MeisterTask integration
- Microsoft Teams integration
- Google Workspace integration
- Custom branding
- Custom color palette
- Focus mode
- Mobile apps (iOS & Android)
- SAML SSO
- Group sharing
- Compliance exports and backups
- Automated access approval
- Admin controls
