What you get

The argument, mapped.

Central thesis at the root

The main argument or topic, anchored. Everything else branches from it.

Sub-arguments as branches

Major supporting points form the second level. Subordinate ideas form the third. The argument's structure becomes visible.

Evidence and examples as leaves

Specific examples and supporting facts at the outer edges. Drill down or stay zoomed out.

Multiple export formats

Markdown outline, Mermaid diagram code, or PNG image — pick what fits your workflow.

How it works

From video to visual structure.

01

Paste the video

Argument-driven content works best — essays, lectures, talks with structure.

02

AI maps the structure

Identifies the central claim, the supporting arguments, the evidence. Builds the hierarchy.

03

Use it anywhere

Export as text outline, Mermaid code for your docs, or an image for a slide deck.

Examples

Inputs, outputs.

▸ Long YouTube essay
Mind map of the central argument and all sub-claims
▸ Academic lecture
Concept map with topic, subtopics, definitions, examples
▸ Conference keynote
Map of the company strategy or vision being presented
▸ Policy debate video
Side-by-side maps of opposing positions
Built for

For visual learners.

Visual thinkers

If you understand things better when you can see them — this is how to consume video content.

Strategy & analysis

Map out a competitor's product strategy from a single founder interview. See the structure they're describing.

Researchers

Map an academic talk before reading the paper. The visual structure makes the reading faster.

Questions

Honest answers.

Will the mind map sound like me or like a robot?

RecapGPT preserves the speaker's voice in pull-quotes and writes connective prose in a neutral editorial tone. Most users tweak 10-15% before publishing — far less than starting from a raw transcript. If you want a stronger personal voice, edit the connective sentences and leave the quotes alone.

Is it really free?

Yes. You get 3 free conversions per month with no credit card required. Pro is $5.99/mo for unlimited conversions and longer videos. We don't run ads or sell your data.

What format does the output come in?

Markdown, HTML, or plain text — your choice. Works with WordPress, Ghost, Substack, Medium, Notion, Obsidian, and anything else that accepts standard text. No lock-in.

Can I convert someone else's YouTube video?

Yes, if the video is public. The output is your draft, but the underlying ideas belong to the original creator — cite them, link to the video, and don't republish verbatim. Best practice is to use AI drafts as a starting point for your own analysis or commentary, not a substitute for it.

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