Figma is a popular design tool used by individuals and teams worldwide. But is it free? The answer depends on your needs. Here’s a breakdown of Figma’s pricing plans and what you get for free.
Free Plan (Starter)
Yes, Figma has a free plan! It’s perfect for individuals and small teams. With the free plan, you get:
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Up to 3 Figma files (for collaboration)
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Unlimited personal files (for individual use)
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Unlimited collaborators
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Up to 3 FigJam files
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Basic version history (30 days)
Best for: Freelancers, students, and small projects.What’s the difference between "Unlimited personal files" and "3 Figma files"?•
Personal files are for your own private work and can be created without limits.
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Figma files are for team collaboration, and you can only have up to 3 in the free plan.
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If you need more than 3 collaborative files, you’ll need to upgrade to a paid plan.
Free Access for Students and Educators
Figma is free for students and educators! If you’re a student or teacher, you can apply for a free Education plan, which includes:
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Unlimited Figma files
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Unlimited version history
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Advanced collaboration tools
Additionally, free seats with view and comment access are available on all plans, making it easy to collaborate without extra costs.
Paid Plans
If you need more advanced features, Figma offers paid plans:
Figma Professional ($12/month per editor, billed annually)
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Unlimited Figma files
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Unlimited version history
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Advanced sharing options
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Team libraries
Best for: Growing teams and professional designers.Figma Organization ($45/month per editor, billed annually)
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Everything in Professional, plus:
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Design systems with shared libraries
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Centralized file management
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Single Sign-On (SSO) support
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Admin controls and analytics
Best for: Large companies and enterprise teams.Figma Enterprise (Custom pricing)
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Advanced security & compliance
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Private plugins & widgets
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Custom workflows & approvals
Best for: Enterprises with strict security and collaboration needs.Final Thoughts
Figma offers a generous free plan, but if you need unlimited files, version history, or team collaboration features, upgrading to a paid plan might be worth it.