From Brainrot to Breakthroughs

Skip the burnout cycle of endless autoplay—engage your brain with structured mindmapping. Powered by GPT-4o

MindMapAI in action - converting a YouTube video into an interactive mind map

"Thought long hours were key but 10 minutes of focused mapping supercharged my notes."

The Problem with Passive Learning

YouTube videos are designed for passive consumption, not active reflection.

Watching videos passively:

  • Half-listening nukes your focus and creativity.
  • Brain learns to skim and toss since everything is either fake or junk
  • Can’t sit in silence anymore? Must be the recycled hot-takes noisily playing in the background!
  • You’re not curious—you’re just bored and afraid of quiet.
  • Sleep? Not when your brain’s binge-watching war crimes or emotionally charged narratives at 1 AM.
  • Feels like you are learning something but actually ends in burnout...

The average YouTube deep dive takes hours, but how much do you actually retain?

Converting videos into mind maps:

  • Mindmapping forces focused listening. No more doomscrolling your creativity away.
  • AI filters the junk. You get the signal, not the noise.
  • Silence is golden. Mindmaps let you pause, think, write and reflect.
  • Mindmapping rewires boredom and mental atrophy into insight.
  • No dopamine dumps at midnight—just a clean, visual mindmap you can review tomorrow with a fresh brain.
  • You’re not just watching, you’re building and iterating.

Use the assistant in the sidebar to search for videos, skip the algorithm and research while the video plays, and get the most out of your time by taking notes.

The Pareto Principle of Learning

We only use 20% of what we watch...

  • Capture only the essentials (no information overload)
  • Use AI to structure insights effortlessly
  • Save time while staying informed.
  • Dramatic delivery stresses the mind, reduces clarity.
  • Background Noise makes key points forgettable.
  • Sensational overload blocks clear decision-making.
  • Works best with news, podcasts, documentaries and presentations.

Our Mission

From endless YouTube noise to my own dynamic journal, my video history transformed into insights I actually use. After building and using this app, my morning routines became clutter free! Less scrolling, more structured thinking, and complete control over my time while still staying upto date with the latest shenanigans of my favourite creators. All with a peaceful classical music score playing in the background... or bettery yet, in the stillness of silence.

AG

Agney Nalapat

Founder

MindMapAI founder working on the platform
MindMapAI founder working on the platform

Our Mindmaps

  • Clearly organized around actionable insights and real-world relevance.
  • Uses clear points, including quotes, practical tips, problems, solutions, and facts.
  • Minimizes mental strain by using concise language and structured points.
  • Integrates key points into visual mind maps, aiding memory retention.
  • Active critical thinking and reflection prompts with counterpoints, and trends.
  • Designed for quick scanning, with emphasis on key phrases and visual cues.
  • Editor and Copilot available for all users.

Breaks down complex topics into digestible parts with minimal loss in depth.

Competitors Mindmaps

  • Loosely structured around thematic segments without clear actionable connections.
  • Text-heavy and verbose, Overwhelms users with dense, unstructured information..
  • Focuses on content coverage, often at the expense of practical takeaways.
  • Uses linear text boxes that are hard to remember and require zoom and scrolls.
  • Passive reading with limited prompts for reflection or deeper thought.
  • Lot of fluff and cumbersome clutter, lacking quick-scan features and prominent highlights.
  • Editor and Copilot locked behind paywall if available

Struggles to simplify without oversimplifying, often leading to superficial understanding.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

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Free
For Time-Conscious Learners
$0
  • 3 mindmaps/day; usage resets at 12 AM UTC.
  • Youtube History as an asset
  • No subscriptions, ever
  • Create one mindmap at a time
  • Slower Free Queue
Limited Seats
Pro
For Mindful Content Consumers
$59.99/18 Months
  • Unlimited mind maps
  • Faster Premium Queue
  • Keeps the tool free
  • No subscription regret
  • Exclusive Support
  • Limited Seats
  • Dedicated Infrastructure
  • Create Multiple Mindmaps in Parallel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about y2map.

How to convert YouTube video to mind map?

Listen attentively, pause frequently, capture key ideas, and structure them into a mind map. Mind mapping turns passive watching into active learning by forcing focus and reflection.

Can ChatGPT generate a mind map?

Yes, ChatGPT can draft a structured outline that serves as a foundation for a mind map, helping you organize key concepts and connections.

What is mind mapping YouTube?

It’s a method of extracting and organizing insights from YouTube videos to avoid mindless consumption and instead create a clear, structured summary.

Can GPT-4 create mind maps?

GPT-4 can help by generating structured outlines and suggesting themes, making the process of mind mapping more efficient and insightful.

Is Brain Mapping a real thing?

Yes, in neuroscience, brain mapping involves studying brain functions, but mind mapping is more about visually organizing thoughts and ideas.

What is mind mapping best source of?

Clarity. It helps you distill scattered thoughts into coherent structures, making it easier to remember and review insights.

How to generate a mind map?

Start with a central idea, branch out with related topics, and add finer details as twigs. Keep it simple to maintain clarity.

What is the AI tool to analyze YouTube videos?

ChatGPT, paired with video analysis tools, can summarize content and help organize insights into mind maps.

How to get ChatGPT to make a mind map?

Provide a topic or video summary, and ChatGPT will draft a structured outline, helping you create a clear and insightful mind map.

What is the best app for making mind maps?

Y2MAP offers more in-depth mindmaps focussing on key points over summary generation.

Does Google have a MindMap tool?

Yes, Google Jamboard can be used for mind mapping, but it’s basic compared to dedicated mind mapping apps.

Want to learn more? Check out our blog!

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