This Way You Can Use Microsoft Teams For Free!

Microsoft Teams isn't just for companies. Individuals, associations, or small groups can also use it — for free. But what exactly do you get without a subscription? And where are the limits? You can find the answer here.

1. Are Teams Really Free of Charge?

Yes. There is a completely free version of Microsoft Teams. All you need is a Microsoft account, which you can set up in just a few minutes.

The free version is called “Microsoft Teams (Free)”. It runs in browsers or via the app — the choice is yours.

2. What Does the Free Version of Teams Offer?

With Microsoft Teams (Free), you can:

• Host meetings with up to 100 participants
• Talk for 60 minutes per meeting (sometimes even longer)
• Use video calls and screen sharing
• Chat — even outside of meetings
• Share and collaborate on files (via OneDrive)
• Use the mobile and desktop app

That’s more than enough for many private, school, or volunteer purposes.

3. Are There Any Restrictions?

Yes, they are clearly defined:

• No administrative functions such as user management or policies
• No meeting recordings in the free version
• More limited cloud storage (up to 5GB)
• No integration with advanced Microsoft 365 features (e.g. Planner, SharePoint, Exchange)

These limitations are often not critical for simple collaboration.

4. Who Is the Free Version Suitable For?

• Families and groups of friends
• Study groups and school projects
• Associations, NGOs, and volunteer teams
• Small start-ups in the early stages

If you only need meetings occasionally or work in small groups, Teams (Free) is usually more than sufficient.

5. How Do I Get Started with Microsoft Teams?

1. Go to teams.microsoft.com
2. Sign in with your Microsoft account — or create one
3. Select the free version
4. Start a chat or meeting

Conclusion: Teams Is Also Fully Usable Free of Charge

You don’t need a license, a subscription, or a company. Just an account.

With Microsoft Teams (Free), you get many features at no cost.

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