Zoom Webinars Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
Zoom Webinars pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $5 to $415.83 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
Zoom Webinars's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- Up to 50,000 attendees
- All Zoom Events features
- Dedicated account manager
- Custom integrations
- Advanced security controls
- Service level agreements (SLA)
- Priority support
- Custom onboarding and training
- Pay-per-attendee options available
What's NOT Included (Paid Only)
- Up to 300 attendees
- Unlimited webinars
- Panelist and attendee modes
- Q&A and polling
- Registration management
- Post-webinar reports
- Cloud recording
- Email reminders
- Customizable registration pages
Free Plan Limits
| Limit | Free Plan | Paid Plans |
|---|---|---|
| attendees | Up to 50,000 live attendees | Unlimited/Higher |
| minimumCommitment | Annual contract required | Unlimited/Higher |
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like Up to 300 attendees or Unlimited webinars
- 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
- Zoom Webinars 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 Webinars (300 attendees) Plan Comparison
| Enterprise (10,000+ attendees) $0 | Webinars (300 attendees) $79/per month | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | 9 included | 9+ included |
| Support | Community/Email | Priority Support |
| Branding | Zoom Webinars branding | Your branding |
| Best For | Large enterprises and organizations hosting massive-scale virtual events and conferences | Small businesses and teams hosting regular webinars with moderate attendance |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is Zoom Webinars free?
Yes, Zoom Webinars offers a forever free plan with 9 core features included. However, there are limits on attendees, minimumcommitment that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in Zoom Webinars's free plan?
Zoom Webinars's free plan includes: Up to 50,000 attendees, All Zoom Events features, Dedicated account manager, Custom integrations, Advanced security controls, and 4 more features. Key limits include attendees: Up to 50,000 live attendees, minimumCommitment: Annual contract required.
03 What's NOT included in Zoom Webinars's free plan?
The free plan excludes: Up to 300 attendees, Unlimited webinars, Panelist and attendee modes, Q&A and polling, Registration management. You'll also have Zoom Webinars branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from Zoom Webinars's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like Up to 300 attendees or Unlimited webinars, require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $79/per month.
05 Is Zoom Webinars's free plan really free forever?
Yes, Zoom Webinars'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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