WiseMapping

Name: WiseMapping
Author: WiseMapping

Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hostedWebWindows

What WiseMapping is

WiseMapping is a free mind-mapping tool for arranging ideas around a central theme. It is intended for brainstorming, learning, note-taking, planning, and organizing information. The service supports creating, sharing, collaborating on, and viewing maps, and maps can be embedded in web pages, blogs, and documentation. Its homepage also describes using ChatGPT to turn prompts into maps ready to share. WiseMapping runs on the web and offers desktop apps for macOS, Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit), and Linux; desktop use is intended to work offline. For teams or individuals who want to run the platform themselves, WiseMapping Server can be deployed on their own infrastructure with Docker. The project describes itself as open source and provides links to its source code and license. Maps can be imported from Freeplane, XMind, and Mind Manager, and exported to PDF, SVG, Freeplane, and other formats. The Free plan costs nothing and is described as allowing unlimited maps forever. WiseMapping was founded in 2007. Its site offers FAQ and contact support, including an email address for support. The service stores maps and previous versions, and its terms describe the service as provided as-is and as-available without guarantees of uninterrupted, error-free, or secure operation.

Who it suits

WiseMapping suits people who want to brainstorm, plan, or organize ideas in maps, including those who need to collaborate or embed maps in web content. It also fits users who prefer offline desktop use or want to host the platform on their own infrastructure.

What it does well

Free plan includes unlimited maps.
Available on web, macOS, Windows, and Linux.
Desktop apps are intended for offline use.
Maps can be shared, collaboratively edited, and embedded.
Imports from Freeplane, XMind, and Mind Manager.

What to know first

The service terms do not warrant uninterrupted, error-free, or secure service.
Accounts may be terminated after nine months without login.
The privacy policy says the service stores maps and previous versions.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
Free	100% free; truly unlimited maps forever · Unlimited maps	Free
WiseMapping	Free SaaS mind mapping · truly unlimited maps · no restrictions stated	Free

As wisemapping.com lists them, read 20 Sept 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

Visit https://www.wisemapping.com/ to access the web service.
Choose the Free plan, listed as free.
Create a map for brainstorming, learning, note-taking, planning, or organizing ideas.
Use a desktop app for macOS, Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit), or Linux if you need offline use.
For self-hosting, deploy WiseMapping Server on your infrastructure using Docker.

Verdict

Choose WiseMapping for free mind mapping with unlimited maps, broad platform availability, collaboration, and export options. Consider another fit if uninterrupted, error-free, or secure service is essential, since its terms provide no such warranty.

Questions

How much does WiseMapping cost?

The Free plan costs nothing and is described as including unlimited maps forever.

Can WiseMapping work offline?

Yes. Offline use is described as a purpose of the desktop apps for macOS, Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit), and Linux.

Can I host WiseMapping myself?

Yes. WiseMapping Server runs the full platform on your own infrastructure using Docker.

Is WiseMapping open source?

Yes. WiseMapping describes itself as a free web-based open-source mind map project and provides links to its source code and license.

What can I import and export?

The homepage lists imports from Freeplane, XMind, and Mind Manager. Export options include PDF, SVG, Freeplane, and other formats.

What happens to my maps and account?

The privacy policy says the service stores maps and previous versions. Users can delete their account and associated data in account settings, and the terms say accounts may be terminated after nine months without login.

Facts from WiseMapping's own pages

Accessibility: The terms list keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, and high contrast options as accessibility features. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Account retention: The FAQ says users can delete their account and associated data from account settings; the terms say accounts may be terminated after nine months without login. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
AI: The homepage says ChatGPT can turn prompts into share-ready mind maps. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
AI assistance: Yes · wisemapping.com, 20 Sept 2026
Collaboration: The service supports creating, sharing, collaborating on, and viewing mind maps. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Data protection: The privacy policy says it is designed to comply with GDPR, the ePrivacy Directive, and other applicable data protection laws, and describes users' GDPR rights. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Embedding: Maps can be embedded in web pages, blogs, and documentation. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Export formats: PDF,SVG,Freeplane · wisemapping.com, 20 Sept 2026
Founded: 2007 · wisemapping.com, 28 Sept 2026
Free plan: Yes · wisemapping.com, 20 Sept 2026
Import and export: The homepage lists importing from Freeplane, XMind, and Mind Manager, and exporting to PDF, SVG, Freeplane, and other formats. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Offline desktop: Desktop apps are offered for macOS, Windows 10 and 11 (64-bit), and Linux, with offline use described as a purpose of the desktop version. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Offline mode: Yes · wisemapping.com, 20 Sept 2026
Open source: WiseMapping describes itself as a free web-based open-source mind map project and provides links to its source code and license. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Supported platforms: web,windows,macos,linux,self_hosted · wisemapping.com, 20 Sept 2026
Privacy: The privacy policy says the service stores and processes mind maps and previous versions, and identifies DigitalOcean as hosting application data. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Purpose: WiseMapping is a mind mapping tool for brainstorming, learning, note-taking, planning, and organizing ideas around a central theme. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Security limits: The terms say the service is provided as-is and as-available and do not warrant uninterrupted, error-free, or secure service. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Self-hosting: WiseMapping Server runs the full platform on the user's own infrastructure using Docker. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026
Support: The site lists FAQ and contact support, including [email protected] on the homepage. · wisemapping.com, 11 Oct 2026