Google Meet Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
Google Meet pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $0 per user/month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: No free tier available
- Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
- Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Google Meet's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- 60-minute meetings
- 100 participants
- Screen sharing
- Live captions
What's NOT Included (Paid Only)
- 24-hour meetings
- 30GB storage
- Custom email
Free Plan Limits
| Limit | Free Plan | Paid Plans |
|---|---|---|
| duration | 60 | Unlimited/Higher |
| participants | 100 | Unlimited/Higher |
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like 24-hour meetings or 30GB storage
- You require premium support or SLA guarantees
- You need to remove branding or watermarks
- You need advanced integrations or API access
Hidden Restrictions on Free Plan
- Google Meet branding may appear on your content or communications
- Support is limited to community forums or email with longer response times
- Export options may be restricted or include watermarks
- API access is typically limited or not available
- Advanced reporting and analytics require paid plans
Free vs Paid: Which Do You Need?
Free Plan is Enough If...
- You're an individual or very small team
- You need only basic features
- You don't mind usage limits
- Branding on output is acceptable
- Community support is sufficient
You Need Paid If...
- Your team is growing beyond limits
- You need advanced features
- Professional branding is required
- You need priority support
- Integrations/API access is critical
Free vs Business Starter Plan Comparison
| Free $0 | Business Starter $7.2/user/month | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | 4 included | 4+ included |
| Support | Community/Email | Priority Support |
| Branding | Google Meet branding | Your branding |
| Best For | Personal use and small groups | Small businesses |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is Google Meet free?
Yes, Google Meet offers a forever free plan with 4 core features included. However, there are limits on duration, participants that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in Google Meet's free plan?
Google Meet's free plan includes: 60-minute meetings, 100 participants, Screen sharing, Live captions. Key limits include duration: 60, participants: 100.
03 What's NOT included in Google Meet's free plan?
The free plan excludes: 24-hour meetings, 30GB storage, Custom email. You'll also have Google Meet branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from Google Meet's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like 24-hour meetings or 30GB storage, require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $7.2/user/month.
05 Is Google Meet's free plan really free forever?
Yes, Google Meet's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit. However, feature and usage limits may restrict what you can do without upgrading to a paid plan.
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