Loose
Thought
Learn.
Think.
Write.
Grow.
Paper-like mindmapping for deep visual thinkers that's easy to use.
Get StartedWatch this amusing video to learn more!
How it works
- Map out your thoughts
- Type anywhere on the page
- Full keyboard support
- Form up your knowledge
- Arrange ideas and form topic cards
- Group related concepts together
- Link ideas with connections
- Enrich your memory
- Use text size for emphasis
- Highlight important ideas
- Add images and embedded links
Forget Second Brains!
There's too much emphasis put on "second brains" and knowledgebase tools. This is the idea that storing information in a computer is the same, or even better than knowing it yourself!
Do you want to be able to discuss a topic intelligently? Do you want to make connections and gain insights? Do you want to be the expert on something? Then you need to know it inside and out.
Remember..
The most useful thing you will ever have is an active and curious mind
Collecting and cataloging information is useful. But you're never going to know something deeply if it's sitting in a digital filing cabinet. You need to bring it to life in your mind's eye.
Features
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Work Offline + FAST
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Realtime Collaboration
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Full Keyboard Support
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Work on Mobile
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Markdown Import/Export
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Cross Linked Notes
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Meticulously hand-crafted to be easy to use and easy on the eyes
Dealing with AI..
"I want to slump in a chair, and watch a machine do all the things I've dreamt of doing."
Jokes aside, if you've tried AI for anything serious, then you know that it's impressive when it works, but it doesn't live up to the hype that everybody is trying to sell you.
There's research already arriving that's showing how AI usage isn't the miracle panacea some people claim it to be, and it may even do more harm than good. Only time will tell for sure, but there's one thing that's already obvious:
You still need to think and you still need taste and good judgment
There are lots of ways AI can help, by automating tedium or searching and scanning over a lot of material. We're looking at AI features like assisted review and summarization.
When these features arrive, they will put AI where it belongs, off to the side, checking and automating the tedious parts of your work.
Use Cases
Here's a sampling of what you can do with Loose Thought. These examples (and several more) are included in the app so you can explore them interactively.
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Timeline of Pre-Socratic Philosophy
Use section lines to form a timeline, and images to bring important figures to life. Add detailed notes and highlight key ideas.
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Film Storyboard and Visual Reference
Collect visual reference for costume, location and look, organize them into mood boards. Break down story ideas and arrange them into storyboards.
Additional Features
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YouTube Timestamps
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Rich Typography
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Snap-to-Grid
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Dark Mode
Pricing Plans
Free lifetime access during the beta period!
While we're getting things ready, there's no charge. We'll also extend this to a free lifetime access for super early adopters, as a way to say thank you to people willing to try out something new.
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Student
$4.99 $6.99 month
- Unlimited notes and boards
- Unlimited image uploads
- Unlimited invitations for collaborators
- Sync across all devices
- Free lifetime access
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Professional
$7.99 $10.99 month
- Unlimited notes and boards
- Unlimited image uploads
- Unlimited invitations for collaborators
- Sync across all devices
- Free lifetime access
FAQs
Have a question that's not covered here? Get in touch with us any time.
How do I claim the free lifetime plan for super early adopters?
Just create an account during the beta period! The lifetime discount will be applied automatically.
What's the difference between Student and Professional?
There's no functional difference between the two plans, you get the same features with both.
If you are using the app for paid work, you should choose the professional pricing. If you are using the app for learning or personal projects, choose the student pricing.
Do I need a verified student email or some other proof?
No proof is needed, we operate on the honor system. If you are not using the app for commercial work, then you can use the student pricing.
Who owns the content I create?
All the content you create belongs to you, and you can export it at any time.
Will my content be used to train AI models?
No. We do not use your content for any other purpose than providing the service to you (availability, sync and backup etc).
Can I download or install the app to my desktop?
We do not have a downloadable desktop app at this time, but the web app can be added to your desktop as a Progressive Web Application (PWA).
See this guide for more details.
Is there a mobile app?
We do not have an installable mobile app at this time. However, like the desktop scenario, the web app can be added to your device as a Progressive Web Application (PWA).
See this guide for Android devices, and this one for Apple devices.
What happens after my trial ends?
If you do not cancel your subscription before the trial ends, you will be billed for the service.
How do I cancel my subscription?
You can cancel your subscription at any time. To do so visit the subscription page here. You can also access this page from the Help menu within the application.
How do I get a refund?
If you feel you have been billed in error, please contact support.
Hey..
Founder here!
When I'm working on a project, I usually lay out a mindmap on a big sheet of paper to get a handle on it. The trouble is, it gets out of date quickly, it's hard to collaborate with others, and it's awkward to use images and other digital media.
Alas, I couldn't find a digital tool that replicated that feeling of mindmapping on paper. Something that lets you think naturally without a lot of complex software getting in the way.
Knowledgebase apps are way too heavy for this, and lead to a lot of procrastination 'optimizing your workflow'. Note tools with a canvas are better, but usually the canvas is a secondary feature, and it's hard to totally reshape topics, something you really need when mapping out complex ideas.
Hence Loose Thought. My goal is to combine the feeling of paper with the benefits of digital media, all while staying out of your way and being as easy to use as possible.
Hopefully I've succeeded and you find it as useful as I do. Feel free to drop me a line with any thoughts or suggestions!
Rob
Founder, Loose Thought
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