Claude Code · Free Plan

Claude Code Free Plan

The AI pair-coder that ships features, not just snippets — if you live in the terminal.

Last tested May 2026· 12 mo of use

Claude Code has a free plan. The free plan is the right entry point if you're testing the product before committing.

Free
Free
Limited messages every 5 hours via web/desktop. Useful for trial only.

Once you hit the free-tier ceiling — usage caps, branding requirements, or feature gates — you'll need to move to a paid tier. See the full Claude Code pricing.