How to use Kahoot! for free as a participant or student

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Joining and playing Kahoot! is always free for participants. Students can also create, host, and study with the free plan. Subscriptions apply only to teachers/hosts who need premium features.

How can I use Kahoot! for free step-by-step?

1. Create a free Kahoot! account

  • Go to kahoot.com → Sign up FREE.
  • Choose your account type (student, teacher, personal, professional)
  • Register with email or quick sign up (Google, Microsoft Apple).
  • Confirm your account → you're on the free plan.

2. Explore free features

3. Create your first kahoot for free

4. Host or assign a free kahoot

  • Open your kahoot → click Host.
  • Host live (group play) or assign as a challenge (self-paced).
  • Share the game PIN or challenge link.
  • Participants join free - no account required.

5. Join a kahoot for free (as a participant)

  • Go to kahoot.it or open the Kahoot! app.
  • Enter the PIN from the host.
  • Pick a nickname and join instantly.

FAQ: Kahoot! free access

  1. Is Kahoot! completely free for students?
    Yes - students can join, play, and even create kahoots at no cost.
  2. Do participants ever need to pay?
    No. Joining and playing is free.
  3. Can I use Kahoot! without an account?
    Yes. The app is free to download and includes study modes for learners.
  4. Is Kahoot! free on mobile?
    Yes. The app is free to download and includes study modes for learners.
  5. Can teachers use Kahoot! for free?
    Yes. Teachers can host with a free account, but large classes & premium features require a paid plan.
  6. What’s included in free Kahoot!?
    Creating kahoots, joining games, hosting, and using in-app study modes.
  7. What’s NOT included in free Kahoot!?
    Premium question types, advanced reporting, and large-participant sessions.
  8. Are there benefits to upgrading?
    Yes. Kahoot!+ Study plans unlock bigger classes, extra question types, and advanced tools - but students stay free.

✨ Key TakeAways

  • Joining Kahoot! is always free for participants.
  • Students can play, create, and study with the free plan.
  • Teachers can host for free (with limits on class size/features).
  • The mobile app includes free study modes.
  • Paid plans only unlock extra tools & bigger sessions.
     

💡 Related guides

➡️ How to create a Kahoot! account

➡️ How to create a kahoot

➡️ How to join a Kahoot! game 

➡️ How many participants can play kahoot?

➡️ Does Kahoot! offer a free trial?

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  • This was very helpful!  🤓

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  • this is not free ;{

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  • Thanks!

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  • I want to create a Kahoot for my class but, I have to pay and I don't like this feature because now I won't be able to share my Kahoot with anyone, not even my own friends. Please fix this feature. Thanks!

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  • Hi Banana12345678910101! If you are being required to upgrade/pay for features that are supposed to be free based on the guidance here in our help center and the upgrade/pricing page for your respective user group, then please contact our team for assistance.

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  • Ok, Thank you!

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  • Thank u

     

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  • Hi @prinzingf There's a version of Kahoot! for everyone to enjoy free of charge. Nevertheless, if you need more functionalities and access to the advanced features you can subscribe to one of our paid plans. We prepared a special selection of plans for different use cases and needs. 

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  • Hi there - If I have the free version, after the first 10 students play will I be able to restart the quiz for the next 10 students to play during the class? Or does the quiz only work once a day?

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  • Hi @melissas82!

    With the free version of Kahoot!, you can restart the quiz for the next set of students to play during the class. You're not limited to hosting only once a day. This means you can have multiple groups of students participate in the same quiz by restarting it after each group has finished.

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  • yes

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    knowing_axel94
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  • good

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    smart_goat45845
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  • ok

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    athvana
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  • Good

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    sandi_mo
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  • Is it possible to create a free kahoot and let people (more than 3) take part in it? Only 3 people can join unfortunatly… 

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  • Hello, The number of participants varies based on the account type, type of usage, and subscription you have. Player limits for all account types and subscriptions are listed in this article: https://support.kahoot.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003072287-How-many-participants-can-play-a-kahoot

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    Kasia
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  • Can I used it to help my students on science and mathematics education

     

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    danielamankwaah86
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  • NOBODY wants to pay for using Kahoot only 1 time! What a shame

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    andreavalente
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  • Thank you for your feedback @andreavalente. There's a version of the Kahoot! a platform for everyone to enjoy free of charge. Nevertheless, if you need more functionalities and access to the advanced features you can subscribe to one of our paid plans. We prepared a special selection of plans for different use cases and needs. 

    Business

    Personal use

    Higher ed

    Nonprofits

     

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    Kasia
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  • Thank you!

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