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MindManager

Turn ideas into plans, and plans into action

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MindManager is visual diagramming and mind mapping software for turning ideas, plans, and information into structured diagrams. It supports mind maps, flowcharts, Gantt charts, concept maps, timelines, knowledge maps, process maps, and workflow diagrams, and is used for project planning, task management, meetings, strategy, and process definition. It runs as desktop apps for Windows and Mac, in web browsers, and through an add-in for Microsoft Teams.

Core capabilities include multiple diagram types and layouts, a template library, themes and customization, project planning and task management, multiple viewing modes, publishing and sharing, co-editing, and the MindManager Snap content capture tool. Integrations include Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and Jira, with SharePoint Linker available on Windows. The platform spans Windows and Mac desktop, web browsers, Microsoft Teams, and the MindManager Go mobile viewing app.

MindManager is offered in editions for individuals and small teams (Essentials and Professional), teams and organizations (Enterprise), and students and educators. Essentials is the web version for individual projects; Professional is a one-time purchase for individuals and small teams; Enterprise provides volume licensing, IT administration, SSO, read-only licenses, and deployment capabilities, with special pricing available. A 30-day free trial of the full version is offered.

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