Stable Diffusion (Stability AI)
Provider of the open Stable Diffusion image models for self-hosting (free under the Community License) plus a hosted, credit-billed API and the Brand Studio creative subscription.
Category: Design & Image · Image generation & creative suites
Features
Stability AI provides open Stable Diffusion models for self-hosting and runs a credit-based API plus Brand Studio.
Community License, API credits and Brand Studio allowances are in the pricing overview; check model and plan limits there.
- Open Stable Diffusion image models for self-hosting under the Community License
- Hosted platform API with credit billing for image and audio models
- SD 3.5 Suite, SDXL Turbo and Stable Audio 3.0 via the API
- Brand Studio creative subscription with a monthly credit allowance
- Community License free under 1M dollars annual revenue
Prices and plans
| Tier | Price | Period | What you get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Community License (offene Modelle) | free | Free | Free for users under $1M annual revenue SD 3.5 Suite, SDXL Turbo, Stable Audio 3.0 |
| Platform API | 0,01 $ | Per credit (prepaid) | SD 3.5 Large: 6.5 credits/image; Flash: 2.5 credits/image |
| Brand Studio Creator | 19 $ | Month | 2,000 credits/month |
| Enterprise License | contact sales | Upon request | For businesses with annual revenue exceeding $1M |
Limits
Dedicated EU/UK/Switzerland contracting party (Stability AI Ltd, London). Platform API: '25 free credits' to start. 'we may use Inputs and Outputs to improve and develop our Services (but you can opt-out...to train our models)'. Data processed outside the EEA/UK/CH (US servers) for hosted services.
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FAQ
Is Stable Diffusion (Stability AI) available for free?
Yes. A permanently free plan is published, not a time-limited trial.
Where is Stable Diffusion (Stability AI)'s vendor based?
Stability AI Ltd, based in USA. For data processing and privacy terms the vendor's own contract governs.
Is Stable Diffusion (Stability AI) still active?
Active. Operator: Stability AI Ltd (UK/EU/CH) or Stability AI US Services Corporation. Three layers: open models (Community License), hosted Platform API, Brand Studio creative subscription.
How many plans are documented for Stable Diffusion (Stability AI)?
The catalog documents 4 plans with price, billing period, and included features.
Which use case is Stable Diffusion (Stability AI) categorized for?
Stable Diffusion (Stability AI) is listed in the catalog under “Design & Image.”
Where do the details about Stable Diffusion (Stability AI) come from?
Prices, limits, and product details are documented against the listed official vendor page.
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Sources
- https://stability.ai/license
- https://stability.ai/brand-studio-plans
- https://platform.stability.ai/pricing
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