TalentLMS Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
TalentLMS pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $1 to $5 per per 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
TalentLMS's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- Up to 5 users
- Up to 10 courses
- Unlimited video bandwidth
- Email support
- Basic reporting
- Course creation tools
- Mobile app access
What's NOT Included (Paid Only)
- Unlimited courses
- 1 branch (separate portal)
- Custom homepage
- Single Sign-On (SSO)
- API access
- Custom reports
- LTI 1.3 support
- Learning paths
- Automations
- White-label options
- AI-powered TalentCraft course creation
- Video captioning
- Test generation
Free Plan Limits
| Limit | Free Plan | Paid Plans |
|---|---|---|
| users | 5 users maximum | Unlimited/Higher |
| courses | 10 courses maximum | Unlimited/Higher |
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like Unlimited courses or 1 branch (separate portal)
- 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
- TalentLMS 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 Core Plan Comparison
| Free $0 | Core $119/per month (up to 40 users) | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | 7 included | 13+ included |
| Support | Community/Email | Priority Support |
| Branding | TalentLMS branding | Your branding |
| Best For | Very small teams or individuals testing the platform | Small businesses and teams needing core LMS features with AI-powered tools |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is TalentLMS free?
Yes, TalentLMS offers a forever free plan with 7 core features included. However, there are limits on users, courses that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in TalentLMS's free plan?
TalentLMS's free plan includes: Up to 5 users, Up to 10 courses, Unlimited video bandwidth, Email support, Basic reporting, and 2 more features. Key limits include users: 5 users maximum, courses: 10 courses maximum.
03 What's NOT included in TalentLMS's free plan?
The free plan excludes: Unlimited courses, 1 branch (separate portal), Custom homepage, Single Sign-On (SSO), API access. You'll also have TalentLMS branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from TalentLMS's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like Unlimited courses or 1 branch (separate portal), require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $119/per month (up to 40 users).
05 Is TalentLMS's free plan really free forever?
Yes, TalentLMS'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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