#Can I use it for a YouTube video if I only have the free plan

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mild warrenBOT
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AI-generated Answer for jkm_97

Short answer: Yes, but only for non‑commercial use, and you must attribute ElevenLabs in the video title. The free plan has no commercial license.

  • Free plan: You can publish non‑commercial content if you include “elevenlabs.io” or “11.ai” in the title. Commercial use (e.g., monetized/sponsored YouTube videos) isn’t allowed on the free tier. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • To monetize: Upgrade to a paid plan (Starter or above), which includes a commercial license and removes the attribution requirement. (elevenlabs.io)
  • Music caveat: Eleven Music on the free plan is fully restricted for commercial use and free users can’t download music outputs, so you can’t use Eleven Music tracks from the free plan in YouTube videos. (elevenlabs.io)
  • FYI: Anything generated while on a paid plan remains licensed for commercial use forever; content created outside a paid subscription always requires attribution and cannot be used commercially. (help.elevenlabs.io)

If you tell me whether the video will be monetized or include sponsorships, I can advise exactly which plan fits.

Sources:
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs Pricing for Creators & Businesses of All Sizes
Eleven Music v1 Terms | ElevenLabs
What happens to my content after my subscription ends? – ElevenLabs

narrow thunder
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Im not going to earn money with the content it’s just my hobby

mild warrenBOT
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AI-generated Answer for jkm_97

Yes—if your YouTube video is strictly non‑commercial, you can use audio generated on the Free plan, but you must give attribution in the title by including “elevenlabs.io” or “11.ai.” (help.elevenlabs.io)

Important details:

  • Free plan has no commercial license; it’s for non‑commercial use only. (elevenlabs.io)
  • Free‑plan outputs can never be used commercially, even if you upgrade later; if you later want to monetize, regenerate the audio while on a paid plan (e.g., Starter) which includes a commercial license. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • Content from the ElevenReader app is for in‑app streaming only and cannot be exported or used commercially; generate via the web Studio/API for YouTube uploads. (help.elevenlabs.io)

If you think you might monetize in the future, start with Starter or above so your generated audio is licensed for commercial use. (elevenlabs.io)

Sources:
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs — Terms of Use EU | ElevenLabs
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
Can I use content generated in ElevenReader for commercial use? – ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs Pricing for Creators & Businesses of All Sizes

narrow thunder
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What is commercial?

mild warrenBOT
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AI-generated Answer for jkm_97

Short answer: ElevenLabs does not publish a precise, general definition of “commercial use.” What the docs say is:

  • Free plan: you may only use the Services for non‑commercial purposes. Paid plans allow commercial use, subject to the Terms and any service‑specific terms. (elevenlabs.io)
  • Help Center summary: the free plan “cannot be used for any commercial endeavors.” Content made during a paid subscription can be used commercially forever; content made outside a paid subscription can never be used commercially and requires attribution if posted non‑commercially. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • ElevenReader: audio generated in the Reader app is for personal listening only and cannot be used commercially. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • Music (model‑specific terms): Free plan—no commercial use (including no distribution to streaming platforms). Paid plans—commercial use is allowed but with specific restrictions (e.g., not for offline TV/radio/film/ads, high‑traffic public events, or large licensable music libraries). (elevenlabs.io)

If you’re unsure whether your specific use (e.g., a non‑monetized YouTube hobby video) counts as “commercial,” ElevenLabs’ docs don’t define that edge case—please contact support for a definitive answer. (help.elevenlabs.io)

Sources:
ElevenLabs Terms of Service (non-EEA) | ElevenLabs
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
Can I use content generated in ElevenReader for commercial use? – ElevenLabs
Eleven Music v1 Terms | ElevenLabs
How can I contact support? – ElevenLabs

narrow thunder
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Is it commercial if I just upload for fun and don’t earn money

mild warrenBOT
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AI-generated Answer for jkm_97

Short answer: If you upload a hobby video and aren’t using the audio for any commercial purpose, you may publish it on the free plan as non‑commercial—just include “elevenlabs.io” or “11.ai” in the video title as attribution. The free plan cannot be used for any commercial endeavors. (help.elevenlabs.io)

Important details:

  • Free plan: non‑commercial use only; attribution required when publishing outside the platform. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • Paid plans: include a commercial license. Only audio generated while your paid subscription is active can be used commercially; audio made before or after that period can never be used commercially. (help.elevenlabs.io)
  • Terms of Service: Free users may use the Services only for non‑commercial purposes; paid users may use them for commercial purposes, subject to the policies. (elevenlabs.io)

ElevenLabs does not further define “commercial” in the help article. If you plan to monetize later, regenerate the audio while on a paid plan to be compliant. (help.elevenlabs.io)

Sources:
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs
ElevenLabs Terms of Service (non-EEA) | ElevenLabs
Can I publish the content I generate on the platform? – ElevenLabs

narrow thunder
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What are the criteria for commercial use