Release Notes: v0.14.4 - Free Tier & Billing Updates

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+version: 0.14.4
+date: 2026-02-10
+title: Free Tier & Billing Updates  
+social_post: • Introduced Free tier and revamped billing for easier onboarding\n• Added referral source fields to tailor setup\n• Moved CRM/email integration to Brevo\n• Improved UI for billing and subscriptions
+contributors: Maya,MidG971,dependabot[bot]
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+# Scanopy v0.14.4 Release Notes
+
+## New Features
+
+- Add Free tier and overhaul billing system with improved onboarding, making it simpler for users to get started and manage their subscriptions ([#491](https://github.com/scanopy/scanopy/pull/491)).
+- Add referral source and Cloud-only qualification fields to help tailor the onboarding experience and streamline account setup ([#494](https://github.com/scanopy/scanopy/pull/494)).
+
+## Improvements
+
+- Replace HubSpot CRM and transactional email integration with Brevo for streamlined account communications and improved reliability ([#491](https://github.com/scanopy/scanopy/pull/491)).
+- Update billing lifecycle handling for failed payments, payment method changes, and real-time subscription status, providing clearer feedback during account changes.
+- Enhance UI with billing tooltips and centralized plan restrictions for more intuitive subscription upgrades and management.
+- Refine onboarding UI and flow, removing legacy steps and simplifying network and deal
+
+---
+
+**Full Changelog**: https://github.com/scanopy/scanopy/compare/v0.14.3...v0.14.4