Breaking down Canva Free, Pro, Teams, Enterprise, and Campus in simple terms
If you’ve ever used Canva—whether to design a simple flyer or to lead a full-blown marketing campaign—you’ve probably noticed there are different license types: Free, Pro, Teams, Enterprise, and even Campus.
But what do they really mean? And more importantly, which one makes sense for you or your organisation?
Let’s break it down—real talk, no jargon.
1. Canva Free – The Starter Pack
This is the version most people begin with. It’s great for individuals who need basic design tools.
- Access to thousands of templates
- Drag-and-drop editor
- Limited access to free photos, elements, and fonts
- No brand kit
- No premium templates or stock content
- No collaboration features
Perfect for: Students, casual users, and small tasks like social posts or school assignments.
2. Canva Pro – For Serious Solo Creators
Think of Pro as the Free version on steroids. For a small monthly fee, you unlock a whole world of possibilities.
- Access to over 100 million premium photos, videos, and elements
- Magic Resize, Background Remover, Brand Kit
- Schedule social posts
- One-person license (no team-sharing)
Perfect for: Freelancers, content creators, small business owners managing their own visuals.
3. Canva for Teams – Small Teams, Big Convenience
This is Canva Pro but made for teams. You get all the Pro features, plus:
- Share designs with your team
- Real-time collaboration
- Permission controls
- Admin and billing controls for multiple members
Perfect for: Startups, marketing teams, NGOs—any small group that works together on visuals.
4. Canva Enterprise – Powerhouse for Big Teams
This one’s for organisations that need brand consistency, security, and scalability.
Everything in Teams, plus:
- Locked templates and centralized brand control
- Multiple Brand Kits
- Advanced analytics and audit logs
- SSO integration, priority support
- Onboarding and dedicated account manager
Perfect for: Large corporates, government agencies, education institutions, or any team with 25 or more people managing branding.
5. Canva for Campus – Built for Education
Not many know about this one—but it’s a gem for universities and colleges.
- Enterprise-level features tailored for educational institutions
- For students, lecturers, and admin staff
- Students get free access (with minimum 75 seats purchased by the institution)
- Admins get full control over brand assets and student management
Perfect for: Public or private higher education institutions who want to empower their entire campus with premium tools.
So… Which One Should You Choose?
- Solo user? Start Free, upgrade to Pro if needed.
- Small team? Teams is your best friend.
- Large organisation or government agency? Go Enterprise.
- University or college? Campus is made for you.
Important Note
We often get asked: “Where do I buy the license?”
Here’s the simple answer:
- Canva Pro & Teams → Buy directly from Canva’s official website. You can view their pricing on Canva’s Pricing Page.
- Canva Enterprise & Campus → Licenses must be purchased through a local Canva Reseller Partner. If you’re in Malaysia, you’ll need to go through us—the official Canva Agency & Reseller Partner in Malaysia—with a minimum of 25 seats.
A Bit About Us
We’re proud to be the first and only Canva Agency Partner in Malaysia and Southeast Asia. That means we’re not just resellers—we’re your local Canva experts.
We help organisations, government agencies, and universities get started with Canva Enterprise and Campus. From license activation to onboarding and training—we handle it all.
Want to learn more or get started?
Contact us and we’ll guide you through the process.
By Adam Zakaria
Account Manager @ Twenty-Four Consulting
By Adam Zakaria
Account Manager @ Twenty-Four Consulting
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