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# Hierarchy maps overview

Hierarchy maps are a dedicated space for managing a map of maps. They use linked journey map cards to connect related journeys in any direction, from a high-level overview down to detailed sub-journeys or across related flows, so you can navigate a complex experience without cramming it onto one map.

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Hierarchy maps are available on the **Repository** plan and above.
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### Get started

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><h4>Journey vs hierarchy map</h4></td><td>Decide which map type fits what you're capturing.</td><td><a href="/pages/ANYZEQ2NKtnOB6djd635">/pages/ANYZEQ2NKtnOB6djd635</a></td><td><a href="/files/3ZsFztKXi2zFrLSgbWc7">/files/3ZsFztKXi2zFrLSgbWc7</a></td></tr><tr><td><h4>Create a hierarchy map</h4></td><td>Start a new hierarchy and connect journey maps as linked nodes.</td><td><a href="/pages/R4eKe96wbOcrolkAQeNP">/pages/R4eKe96wbOcrolkAQeNP</a></td><td><a href="/files/lMYhSWxYPwYvWelHfVyG">/files/lMYhSWxYPwYvWelHfVyG</a></td></tr><tr><td><h4>Linked journey map cards</h4></td><td>The card type hierarchies are built from: link one map to another.</td><td><a href="/pages/Q15UKTZ5abMpckZ716o9">/pages/Q15UKTZ5abMpckZ716o9</a></td><td><a href="/files/kD4Sko4X2X1br2KAYEI3">/files/kD4Sko4X2X1br2KAYEI3</a></td></tr></tbody></table>


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