The 7taps Free Edition allows you to create microlearning courses with basic sharing options (link and QR code). However, it has significant limitations: you can only see total opens (not completions), cannot track individual learners, cannot view quiz/poll/form responses, only get 10 AI credits total (one-time, not renewable), and can only have 2 courses actively shared at any time. This guide clarifies exactly what's available in the Free Edition versus paid plans to help you make informed decisions about your microlearning needs.
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Overview
The 7taps Free Edition lets you explore microlearning creation with core features at no cost. It's designed for testing the platform, creating portfolio samples, or building proof-of-concept courses before committing to a paid plan.
⚠️ Critical Limitations:
Analytics: You can ONLY see total opens (not completions or who took your course)
AI Credits: Only 10 total credits (one-time allocation, does not renew)
Sharing: Maximum 2 courses can be actively shared at any time
Responses: Cannot view any quiz/poll/form responses
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What's Included in Free Edition
Course Creation
Creating courses - Create as many courses as you want (but only 2 can be actively shared)
50 cards per course - Maximum limit applies to all plans
All card types - Access Quiz, Poll, Form, Video, Audio, Text, Role-play, Submit, Checklist, and more
7taps Copilot and Transformer - 10 AI credits TOTAL (one-time allocation, does not renew)
Text-to-video cards: 5 per course
Role-play cards are unlimited
3 avatars to choose from
Automatic voice/language detection
Text-to-speech (audio card): 50 generations total
Media uploads:
10 of your own images (standard formats)
3 of your own videos (up to 1GB, maximum 3 minutes)
Fonts: 3 out of 16 fonts available (no custom font upload)
Free image libraries - Access to GIFs and Unsplash images
Course preview - Test your courses before sharing
Analytics (Extremely Limited)
One metric only: Total number of opens (how many times the course was accessed)
What you CANNOT see:
Completions (if anyone finished)
WHO opened your course
Quiz, poll, or form responses
Time spent
Device breakdown
Drop-off points
Any other engagement metrics
Sharing Options
Direct link sharing - Share courses via URL
QR code generation - Create QR codes for easy mobile access
No learner limits - Unlimited people can access your courses via link or QR
Persistent access - Courses never expire
Active course limit: Only 2 courses can be actively shared at any time
You can toggle sharing on/off to swap which 2 courses are active
All other courses remain in your account but cannot be accessed by learners
Learner Experience
No login required - Learners access courses instantly
Mobile-responsive - Works on all devices
Interface language - English only on Free Edition
What Requires a Paid Plan
Enhanced Analytics & Tracking
Completion tracking ⭐ - See how many people completed (not just opened)
Individual learner identification ⭐ - See WHO opened and completed courses
Personal progress tracking ⭐ - Monitor each learner's journey
Response data ⭐ - View all quiz, poll, and form responses
Detailed metrics ⭐:
Completion rates and percentages
Average completion time
Device breakdown
Data exports ⭐ - Download learner reports
Learners tab ⭐ - Access individual learner information
Activity timeline ⭐ (Enterprise only)
Advanced Sharing Methods
Email distribution ⭐
SMS messaging ⭐
WhatsApp messaging ⭐
Slack integration ⭐
Microsoft Teams integration ⭐
Export options ⭐
Learner list management ⭐
Learning Paths
Not available on Free Edition - Learning Paths require email, Slack, or direct delivery (all paid features)
Security & Access Control
Password protection ⭐
Smart access to Learning Space ⭐
Single Sign-On for Learners and Creators ⭐
Customization & Branding
Custom logo ⭐
Custom themes ⭐
Remove 7taps branding ⭐
Custom domain ⭐
Change preview image ⭐
Additional interface languages ⭐
Content & Media
Shutterstock images ⭐ - Premium stock photo library
Additional AI credits ⭐ - Paid plans include ongoing AI credits
Integration & Export
SCORM export ⭐
Website embedding ⭐
LMS integration ⭐
xAPI support ⭐
Collaboration
Team collaboration ⭐
Multiple users ⭐
Shared workspace ⭐
Common Questions & Misconceptions
"Can I track learners by adding a Form card for names?"
No - While you can add a Form card asking for names, you won't be able to see the responses on the Free Edition. The Responses tab is only available on paid plans.
"Can I see if anyone finished my course?"
No - Free Edition only shows total opens (how many times accessed), not completions. To track completions, you need a paid plan.
"Can I see quiz, poll, or form responses?"
No - While you can ADD these interactive cards to your courses, you cannot view any responses without a paid plan. The Responses tab is locked on Free Edition.
"Do AI credits renew each month?"
No - Free Edition includes 10 AI Copilot credits total as a one-time allocation. Once used, they don't renew. Paid plans include ongoing AI credits.
"Why can I only share 2 courses?"
The Free Edition limits active sharing to 2 courses at a time. However, you can:
Create unlimited courses
Toggle sharing on/off in each course's Share menu
Swap which 2 courses are active anytime
"What happens if I downgrade from a paid plan?"
Only 2 courses can remain actively shared
All courses stay in your account
You choose which 2 to keep active
Toggle sharing on/off to swap active courses
Quick Comparison Table
Feature | Free | Paid |
Creation |
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Create courses | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Cards per course | 50 | 50 |
AI credits | 10 total (one-time) | Varies by plan |
Sharing |
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Share via link/QR | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
Share via email/SMS/Slack/Teams | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Active shared courses | 2 | Varies by plan |
Password protection | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Analytics |
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See total opens | ✅ Yes (number only) | ✅ Yes (with %) |
See completions | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
See WHO opened/completed | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
View quiz/poll responses | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Customization |
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Custom branding/logo | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Shutterstock images | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Advanced Features |
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Learning Paths | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
SCORM export | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Team collaboration | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
Best Use Cases
Perfect For Free Edition:
Testing 7taps platform before purchasing
Creating portfolio examples for instructional design showcases
Building proof-of-concept courses for stakeholder buy-in
Personal learning projects where tracking isn't needed
Evaluating the creation tools and learner experience
Small-scale knowledge sharing when you only need to know total opens
Consider Upgrading When You Need:
To see if anyone COMPLETED your course (not just opened it)
To see ANY quiz, poll, or form responses
Individual learner tracking and identification
Detailed analytics (completion %, time spent, device breakdown)
Distribution via email, SMS, Slack, or Teams
Learning Paths with scheduled delivery
Password protection for sensitive content
Custom branding and white-labeling
Team collaboration features
More AI credits (Free only includes 10 total)
SCORM export for LMS integration
More than 2 actively shared courses
Getting Started
Create your first course - Use the course builder to add up to 50 cards
Use AI credits wisely - You only have 10 Copilot credits total (they don't renew)
Share strategically - Remember only 2 courses can be active at once
Monitor basic analytics - Track total opens (completions not available)
Test the experience - Try the course yourself to understand the learner journey
Plan your upgrade - Note what features you're missing for your use case
Remember: You won't see completions, individual learners, or any quiz/poll/form responses on Free Edition. If these metrics are important for your use case, consider upgrading.
When to Upgrade
Upgrade to a paid plan when you need:
Essential Analytics
Track who completed your courses
See quiz, poll, and form responses
Monitor individual learner progress
Distribution at Scale
Send courses via email, SMS, Slack, or Teams
Share more than 2 courses simultaneously
Create Learning Paths with automated delivery
Professional Features
Add your logo and custom branding
Password-protect sensitive content
Export to SCORM for LMS integration
Collaborate with team members
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Need Help?
If you have questions about which plan is right for your needs, contact our support team through the Help button in your 7taps account.