Gamma free plan limits in 2026: every cap, every workaround
Gamma's free plan in 2026 gives you 400 lifetime AI generation credits, unlimited deck viewing, and PowerPoint export with watermark and flattened layers. Below: exact limits, when you'll hit them, and 4 workarounds before paying $10/mo for Plus.
Feature-by-feature comparison
| Gamma Free | Gamma Plus ($10/mo) | |
|---|---|---|
| AI generation credits | 400 lifetime | Unlimited |
| Watermark on shared decks | Yes | No |
| Custom theme upload | No | Yes |
| Remove "Made with Gamma" footer | No | Yes |
| Custom domain | No | Yes |
| PDF export | Yes (watermarked) | Yes |
| PowerPoint export | Yes (flattened + watermark) | Yes (flattened) |
| Generation speed priority | Standard queue | Priority queue |
| Total deck storage | Unlimited | Unlimited |
When Gamma free is still worth it over alternatives
Frequently asked questions
Roughly 30-40 decks before exhausting your 400 lifetime AI generation credits. Each deck generation consumes 4-6 credits depending on length and how often you regenerate. The credits do not reset monthly — they're one-time.
Yes. Free decks display a "Made with Gamma" watermark on shared web links and on PowerPoint/PDF exports. The watermark only disappears on Gamma Plus ($10/mo) or higher tiers.
Yes, but with two limitations: (1) the deck has a "Made with Gamma" watermark, and (2) PowerPoint export flattens dynamic layouts into static images, breaking editability. The flattening is the same on Gamma Plus — it's an architectural choice, not a paywall.
Officially: no, credits are a one-time lifetime allocation. Unofficially: referral signups historically granted bonus credits, but the program changes frequently — check Gamma's help center for current promotions.
SlideGMM at $4.99/mo has no watermark and includes PowerPoint export on its free tier. Decktopus at $6/mo is also cheaper than Gamma Plus. Gamma Plus at $10/mo is fine if you specifically need Gamma's storytelling features.
Gamma offers an education tier (50% off Plus) for verified students and educators. Nonprofits can apply for the nonprofit tier through Gamma's sales team. Verification can take 1-2 weeks.