# Is LottieFiles free, and can I use its animations commercially?

> Yes, LottieFiles has a free plan, and its free public animations are released under the Lottie Simple License, which allows commercial use without attribution. Paid plans add more editing, team and asset features; on its pricing page the Individual plan is listed at $19.99 per user per month, billed annually. Always check the licence shown on the specific animation you download.

Updated November 2026. Source: https://www.exodeui.com/questions/is-lottiefiles-free/

## Key takeaways

- LottieFiles has a free plan with previewing, testing, sharing and basic edits
- Free public animations use the Lottie Simple License: commercial use allowed
- Attribution is not required but is encouraged
- You may not scrape the library to build a competing service
- Paid plans start at $19.99 per user per month, billed annually (November 2026)

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I have to credit the creator of a free LottieFiles animation?

No. The Lottie Simple License permits use without attribution, but it encourages credit, and any credit you give should be visible to users.

### Can I edit a free animation and use it in a client app?

Yes. Modification and commercial use are allowed. The modified file stays under the Lottie Simple License.

### Is the Lottie format itself free?

Yes. Lottie is an open format and the main players, such as lottie-web and dotlottie-web, are open source.

### Is LottieFiles legit and safe to use?

LottieFiles is a long-running, widely used company in the Lottie ecosystem. As with any download, check the licence on each file and test animations before shipping them.

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