Concept Map Maker for Students and Teachers
See how a concept map links ideas with labeled connections, 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.
How it compares: vs Knowt · vs Quizlet · vs NotebookLM · vs Mapify
What the Concept Map Maker Does
Turn any study material into a clear, linked diagram you can edit and test yourself on.
Build From Your Material
Upload a PDF, Word file, PowerPoint, text file or image, and the AI extracts the key concepts.
Clear Linked Structure
Main ideas branch into subtopics, so you can see how each concept connects to the others.
Study Beyond the Map
Expand any node, turn the map into a quiz, or create flashcards from the same notes.
How to Make a Concept Map
Three steps take you from raw notes to a map you can study from.
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Add Your Notes
Upload a file or type a topic you want to map out.
- 2
AI Builds the Map
The AI finds the main concepts and links them into expandable branches.
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Study and Export
Expand, edit, quiz yourself, then export as PNG or PDF.
Concept Map Maker: How Concept Maps Work
A concept map is a diagram that shows how ideas relate to one another. Each idea sits in a node, and labeled lines show how two ideas connect. A concept map maker helps you create this structure quickly, whether you start from a topic or from existing study material. Most maps start with one central concept and branch outward.
- Concepts: the key ideas, usually short noun phrases in nodes
- Linking phrases: labels that explain how two concepts relate
- Hierarchy: broad ideas at the top, specific examples further down
- Cross-links: connections between branches that show deeper relationships
Use your finished map to review before an exam, check your understanding, or plan an essay. CogniGuide can build a personalized concept map from your own notes in minutes.
Concept Map Maker Questions
Answers about concept maps and making one with CogniGuide.
What is the difference between a concept map and a mind map?
A concept map links ideas with labeled connections and can form a network. A mind map usually radiates from one central idea in a tree-like layout. Both help organize knowledge visually.
Where should I start when drawing a concept map?
Start with the broadest concept of your topic and place it at the top or center. Then list the key subtopics and connect them with short linking phrases that explain each relationship.
Which files can I use to create a concept map?
You can upload PDF, Word (DOCX), PowerPoint (PPTX), text or Markdown files, or images. You can also type a topic directly without uploading anything.
Is the concept map maker free to use?
Yes. The free plan allows 5 creations a week with no payment needed. Paid plans raise those limits. Maps can also be turned into quizzes.