Xmind is developed by Xmind Ltd and is used for brainstorming, note-taking and project planning through visual diagrams. Beyond the traditional radial mind map, it supports structures such as tree charts, org charts, timelines and fishbone diagrams, all editable in the same document. A free version covers core mind mapping, while Xmind Pro and Ultimate add more themes, export formats and collaboration features.
How Xmind Goes Beyond a Basic Mind Map
A single Xmind document is not limited to the classic radial mind map. Its outline mode lets you type ideas quickly as a text list and watch them turn into a diagram automatically, and the same map can be reshaped into a tree chart, org chart, timeline or fishbone diagram depending on how you want to present the same information.
Xmind Features
- Multiple Diagram Structures — mind maps, tree charts, org charts, timelines, fishbone and more in one app.
- Outline Mode — type ideas as a text outline and see them converted into a diagram automatically.
- Themes & Styles — a range of visual themes to format maps quickly.
- Export Options — export maps as images, PDFs or other file formats for sharing.
- Presentation Mode — walk through a mind map branch by branch like a slideshow.
- Cross-Platform — available for Windows, macOS and Linux, with mobile apps as well.
- Templates — pre-built map templates for common brainstorming and planning tasks.
How to Install Xmind
- Open the official download page using the button on this page to get the genuine Xmind installer.
- Choose your platform's installer for Windows, macOS or Linux.
- Run the installer and follow the setup prompts.
- Sign in or create a free account if prompted to activate cloud features.
- Start a new map from a blank canvas or a template to begin brainstorming.
Is Xmind really free?
Freemium. Xmind offers a free version for core mind mapping, with Xmind Pro and Ultimate as paid upgrades for extra features.
How to download Xmind safely
Use the request button on this page and we will email you the current link for xmind.app — the publisher's own website — so you receive the authentic build. We do not host, mirror, patch or repackage this software in any way.
Avoid third-party "download manager" sites offering Xmind. They commonly wrap the genuine installer in their own bundler, which is how adware and browser hijackers get onto a machine that the user believed was clean.
Alternatives to Xmind
Other free office & productivity software worth comparing before you decide:
FreeMind
A free, open-source mind mapping application written in Java.
draw.io (diagrams.net)
Free, open-source diagramming software for flowcharts, org charts and more.
Frequently asked questions
Is Xmind free?
Yes, there is a free version; Xmind Pro and Ultimate are paid upgrades with additional themes, exports and features.
What diagram types can Xmind create?
It supports mind maps, tree charts, org charts, timelines, fishbone diagrams and more within the same document.
Can I export an Xmind map as an image or PDF?
Yes, Xmind supports exporting maps to image and PDF formats, among others.
Does Xmind work offline?
Yes, the desktop application can be used offline; some cloud and collaboration features require a connection.
Is Xmind available on mobile?
Yes, in addition to Windows, macOS and Linux, Xmind offers mobile apps.
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