BioRender Basic BioRender Basic

BioRender Basic

BioRender Basic is the default account that's automatically set up when you sign up. It provides access to core illustration features, allowing you to start creating scientific figures at no cost—no subscription required.

How to use BioRender Basic

  1. Sign up to create an account.
  2. If you haven’t started a Free Trial or purchased a subscription, your account will default to the BioRender Basic plan.
  3. Go to the "Gallery" tab to access your illustration workspace.
  4. Start illustrating!

💡 You can continue using BioRender Basic indefinitely, or upgrade at any time if you need more flexibility or advanced features.

What you can do with BioRender Basic

Feature BioRender Basic Plan Details
Access to BioRender workspace Full access to the Gallery and illustration editor
Illustration limit Limited 
Objects per canvas Up to 50 objects
Export quality Standard resolution with watermark
PowerPoint files Two file updates per month
Download options PNG, JPG, & 72 DPI
Publishing rights ❌ Not included
Copy to PowerPoint ❌ Not included
Present Feature ❌ Not included
Transparent background ❌ Not included
High Resolution Exports (150, 300, 600 DPI) ❌ Not included
PDF Exports ❌ Not included
Version History  ❌ Not included

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What’s next

If you outgrow the limitations of BioRender Basic, consider upgrading to BioRender Premium for access to advanced export options, unlimited illustrations, publishing rights, and high-resolution images. Not ready to commit? You can start with a 14-day Free Trial to explore Premium features risk-free. 

Please note the 14-day Free Trial does not come with publishing rights, removal of watermark or high resolution exports.

Need help? Reach out to our support team at support@biorender.com or start a live chat by clicking the "Chat With Us" bubble in the bottom right corner.

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