What is concept mapping used for?

The purpose of a concept map is to provide a big-picture view of dense, detailed information in a simple visual format. This lets teams organize and communicate ideas concisely and clearly, which can spawn new concepts and connections that drive a project forward.

FigJam is an online collaboration tool that allows designers, project managers, students—really anyone—to work together in real-time to build better products. Teams can define ideas, align on decisions, and move work forward—all in one place.

Is concept mapping in FigJam free?

Yes, concept mapping on FigJam is free. Want to start making your own concept map? Check out this popular FigJam concept map template.

How do you create a concept map?

With FigJam, it’s easy to jump right in and start concept mapping. If you need help approaching your problem in the framework of a concept map, check out how to create a concept map in 5 easy steps.

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Break down complex ideas with a concept map

Use FigJam's free concept map tool to brainstorm, organize, and get a big-picture view of dense, detailed information in a simple visual format.

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Concept map features
Concept mapping made easy

Everything you need to diagram using a concept map is free in FigJam. Work solo or with your team to break down any concept in a delightful way.

Endlessly customizable

Dial in a dream hue with custom color palettes. Start from scratch to make it uniquely yours, or use our out-of-the-box templates for a quick and easy start.

Make it playful

Make concept mapping a team activity with collaborative features like stamps, stickers, emotes, and high-fives—all fan favorites, only in FigJam!

Turn ideas into action

Transform your ideas into actionable to-dos with task management widgets like Asana, Coda, and Jira.

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FigJam helps product teams communicate visually. Especially for early stage product thinking, the FigJam canvas is less restrictive and enables more creativity than a doc.

Vijay Iyengar, Mixpanel, Director of Product