Placeit offers a variety of free design resources for consumers, including templates for gaming, social media, and merchandise. According to the available documentation, users can access these freebies through two primary methods: by searching for "FREE" on the platform or by navigating to a specific footer link. The platform provides monthly freebies, and users are required to create an account to download these resources.
Available Free Resources
The platform hosts a range of free assets, though the provided sources focus primarily on design templates rather than traditional consumer product samples. Available free resources include:
- Gaming templates (Twitch banners, YouTube intros, gaming logos)
- Mockups (T-shirt, iPhone)
- Social media assets (Facebook covers, Instagram posts)
- Video templates (slideshows, intros, outros)
- Logo designs (sports, gaming)
Access Methods
Users can locate free templates using two specific navigation methods:
Option 1: Search Bar Method Users can type "FREE" into the search bar at the top of the Placeit site. This method displays free resources, though premium resources may also appear in the results. Users should look for a "Free" badge on the top left corner of an item to verify it is a free resource.
Option 2: Footer Link Method Users can scroll to the bottom of the Placeit site page. In the left-hand column, a link labeled "Free Placeit Templates" directs users to a dedicated page of free items.
Account Requirements and Download Process
To access free downloads, users must create a Placeit account. There is no fee for subscribing to the service. Once an account is established:
- Browse the library of available templates
- Identify free templates by the "Free" badge
- Click on the desired template to open the customization interface
- Customize the template (fonts, colors, graphics, text)
- Click the "Free Download" button
Downloads are delivered to the user's "Downloads" file and via email. The availability of specific free gaming templates changes monthly, requiring users to download desired resources promptly.
Subscription Options
While free resources are available, Placeit also offers premium subscription services. The documentation references a yearly billing option at $89.69 USD (equivalent to $7.47/month). Additionally, the platform offers a "pay-per-download" option where users can purchase individual resources without a subscription.
Gaming and Video Content
The Placeit platform includes specific tools for gaming content creators. The gaming component allows users to create:
- Animated logos and avatars
- Fortnite-inspired templates
- OBS stream overlays
- Merchandise mockups (t-shirt designs)
- Twitch templates (banners, offline banners, overlays, panels)
- YouTube templates (intros/outros, banners, end cards, thumbnails)
Video creation tools allow users to alter featured text, audio tracks, slides, and playback speed, with final products saved as MP4 files.