Collaborative Mind Map Tool for Shared Study and Planning
Share a map link so classmates or colleagues can view and build on the same branches. Start from your own notes, a PDF or a simple topic.
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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.
How it compares: vs Knowt · vs Quizlet · vs NotebookLM · vs Mapify
Built for Working Through Ideas Together
Turn shared material into one map that everyone can explore, test and export.
Build from shared files
Upload a PDF, Word, PowerPoint, text or image file and the AI turns it into a mind map everyone can see.
Expand and edit branches
Any node can be expanded with AI or retyped, so the group can refine the structure as ideas develop.
Share and test each other
Send a share link, export the map as PNG or PDF, or turn it into a quiz to check understanding together.
How a Shared Mind Map Gets Made
Start with material the group already has, then refine the map together.
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Add your shared material
Upload a file or type the topic your group is working on.
- 2
AI builds the map
The generator creates an interactive map with main branches and sub-branches.
- 3
Review, expand and share
Edit nodes, expand weak areas, then share a link or export for the group.
Using a Collaborative Mind Map Tool Effectively
A collaborative mind map tool is software where several people view and shape one diagram of connected ideas. Teams use it to pool notes, agree on a structure and spot gaps. A good shared map starts from a clear central topic, with main branches for themes, owners or stages, and smaller nodes for details and sources.
- Central topic: the single question or goal the whole group works toward
- Main branches: the major themes, stages or responsibilities
- Sub-branches: supporting facts, decisions or open questions
- Links and notes: sources and comments attached to each node
Once the group agrees on the structure, the map becomes a shared reference for studying, revising or planning. Generate a personalized version from your own shared notes with CogniGuide.
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Collaborative Mind Map Tool Questions
Common questions about sharing and building maps as a group.
Can several people work on the same mind map?
CogniGuide lets you share a mind map link so others can view it. Editing and sharing options are shown on each map, so check the current options on the page before you share it.
What is the best way to start a shared map?
Begin with one central topic and agree on three to five main branches. Add details only after the top-level structure is clear to everyone in the group.
Which files can I use to build a shared map?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text, Markdown or image files, or simply type a topic to generate the map.
Can we turn a shared map into a quiz?
Yes. Any map can be turned into a quiz so the group can test its understanding, and the same notes can also become flashcards.