See how everything connects
Redstrings is a visual thinking tool for mapping complex relationships. Like a detective's murder board—but for your research, projects, and ideas.
Free for core features. Pro unlocks custom types & relationships.
Built for deep thinking
Not another note-taking app. A visual workspace for understanding complexity.
Connect Everything
Link people, places, events, and ideas with visual strings. See relationships that spreadsheets and docs hide.
Pin Your Thoughts
Drag, tilt, and arrange cards like a real investigation board. Your canvas, your rules.
Flexible Types
People, teams, artifacts, processes, places, events, notes—or create your own. Customize colors, icons, and relationships.
Local-First Privacy
Your data stays on your machine. No cloud, no accounts, no tracking. Just you and your investigation.
Fast & Native
Built with Rust and modern web tech. Launches instantly, runs smoothly, handles thousands of nodes.
Murder Board Aesthetic
Dark mode default with optional cork board theme. Red strings, tilted cards, and the satisfaction of connecting dots.
For investigators of all kinds
Whether you're researching, creating, or planning—if it's complex, Redstrings helps.
Research & Investigation
Map sources, track leads, and uncover hidden patterns in complex topics.
Worldbuilding
Create intricate universes with connected characters, locations, and timelines.
Project Planning
Visualize stakeholders, dependencies, and information flow across teams.
Learning & Synthesis
Connect concepts across domains. Build your second brain with visual links.
Ready to connect the dots?
Download Redstrings and start mapping your next investigation.