Jotform Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
Jotform pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $129 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
Jotform's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- 5 forms
- 100 submissions/month
- 10,000 views
- 1 subuser
- Basic API
What's NOT Included (Paid Only)
- 25 forms
- 1,000 submissions/month
- 100,000 views
- 3 subusers
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like 25 forms or 1,000 submissions/month
- 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
- Jotform 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 Bronze Plan Comparison
| Free $0 | Bronze $39/ | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | 5 included | 4+ included |
| Support | Community/Email | Priority Support |
| Branding | Jotform branding | Your branding |
| Best For | Getting started with forms | Small businesses with moderate volume |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is Jotform free?
Yes, Jotform offers a forever free plan with 5 core features included. However, there are limits on users and features that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in Jotform's free plan?
Jotform's free plan includes: 5 forms, 100 submissions/month, 10,000 views, 1 subuser, Basic API. Key limits include basic usage caps.
03 What's NOT included in Jotform's free plan?
The free plan excludes: 25 forms, 1,000 submissions/month, 100,000 views, 3 subusers. You'll also have Jotform branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from Jotform's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like 25 forms or 1,000 submissions/month, require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $39/month.
05 Is Jotform's free plan really free forever?
Yes, Jotform'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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