Yes. Thematic has a permanently free plan - not a trial. Any creator can use Thematic at no cost, indefinitely, by including a promotional license link in their video description.
What the free plan includes
- Access to Thematic's free music library
- Downloads via a points system - new accounts start with 100 points (3 downloads); earn more through song votes and daily sign-ins; points accumulate and never reset
- A permanent, per-song license for YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter/X, Twitch, Pinterest, and LinkedIn
- Content ID protection when the license link is included in your video description
- Commercial use is available on plans including free
What requires a paid plan
- Full catalog access - all songs launch free for all users; songs can later become premium. Free plan users retain permanent access to any song they downloaded while it was free, even after it becomes premium. Premium and Pro unlock the full catalog at all times.
- Unlimited downloads - Premium Lite ($4.99/mo) removes the points system entirely; download as many songs as you want with no limits
- Podcast use - licensing for Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and RSS platforms requires Premium ($8.99/mo) or Pro ($24.99/mo)
- Premium songs - unlock access to all songs on Thematic on the Premium ($8.99/mo) or Pro ($24.99/mo) plans
- Early access - Pro users get new songs 7 days before all other users
- Additional features vary by plan - see Thematic pricing
How the free license works
When you download a song on Thematic, you receive a unique license link for that track. Include that link in your video description and Thematic registers your use with YouTube's Content ID system. This prevents copyright claims on your video. The license is permanent - it does not expire if you stay on the free plan or if you cancel a paid plan.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a credit card to use Thematic for free?
No. You can create an account and start using Thematic without entering payment information.
Does the free tier expire after a certain period?
No. The free tier is permanent, not a trial.
What happens if I upgrade to Premium and then cancel?
Your past videos stay protected. You return to the free tier and can continue using Thematic for new videos, as long as you include the license link.
Is there a limit to how many songs I can download on the free plan?
Downloads use a points system. New accounts start with 100 points (3 downloads). Earn 10 points per song vote and 5 points per daily sign-in; downloads cost 30 points each. Points accumulate and never reset - there is no monthly cap.
