Is Google Forms free to use?
Yes. Google Forms is free for anyone with a Google account, although some advanced features are tied to paid Workspace plans.
Google Forms is part of Google’s suite of productivity tools and is free to anyone with a Google account. You can create unlimited forms, ask multiple question types, customise colours and collect responses in a spreadsheet. The free version is generous, making Google Forms a popular choice for teachers, event organisers and small businesses. There are no limits on the number of questions or responses, and responses are stored in Google Drive.
However, there are some caveats. Free accounts cannot restrict forms to domain‑only users (e.g. employees of a company) or enable data loss prevention features. Those capabilities are available through Google Workspace (formerly G Suite) plans, which also unlock enhanced security controls, advanced collaboration and integration with enterprise tools. If you’re managing sensitive data or need granular access control, consider upgrading.
For many personal and small projects, the free version is more than adequate. If you find yourself wanting more branding options, branching logic or integrations, other tools such as Microsoft Forms, SurveyMonkey or Tofu Surveys might suit you better. To learn about Microsoft’s alternative, read What is the Microsoft equivalent to Google Forms?. For a broader comparison of poll makers, see Choosing the Right Poll Maker.