Shadcn.io

Shadcn.io is an AI-native component library built on top of the official shadcn/ui ecosystem. It extends the base shadcn/ui primitives with thousands of fully designed, production-ready blocks and a rich collection of free tools - making it one of the most complete resources available for React and Tailwind developers.

Note: Shadcn.io is an independent third-party resource and is not affiliated with the official shadcn/ui project.

What’s Included

Premium Blocks (Pro)

The Pro tier unlocks over 2,000+ production-ready blocks across all major UI categories:

• Hero: 100 blocks - landing page headers and call-to-action sections
• Dialog: 150 blocks - modals, sheets, and overlay components
• Tables: 70 blocks - data tables with sorting, filtering, and pagination
• Blog: 80 blocks - article layouts, content grids, and author sections
• About: 70 blocks - team pages, company info, and timeline sections
• Testimonials: 60 blocks - social proof, review grids, and customer quotes
• Contact: 60 blocks - forms, maps, and support sections
• Account: 50 blocks - user settings, profiles, and preferences
• Buttons: 50+ premium animated and interactive button components
• Onboarding: 30 blocks - onboarding flows, tours, and welcome screens
• Command Menu: 25 blocks - command palettes, search modals, and quick actions
• Awards: 25 blocks - achievement badges and recognition sections

All blocks are built with React and Tailwind CSS, optimised for copy-paste use in any shadcn/ui project.

Free Resources

Shadcn.io also offers an extensive collection of free tools and components:

• Patterns: 1,100+ free component patterns built with shadcn/ui
• Icons: 200,000+ icons searchable across 150+ libraries in one place
• Templates: 220+ open-source React templates built with shadcn/ui
• Charts: 50+ chart components for data visualisation
• Text Effects: 30+ animated text effects and typography components
• Backgrounds: 30+ animated backgrounds and visual effects
• AI Components: 25+ AI-powered UI components and chat interfaces
• Hooks: 34 TypeScript React hooks for Next.js projects
• Themes: 60+ ready-to-use theme configurations for shadcn/ui
• Easings: 30+ animation easing functions with a visual curve editor
• Awesome: 170+ curated shadcn/ui resources, libraries, and tools
• Tools: 20+ free online developer tools

Pricing

Shadcn.io offers flexible plans for individuals, teams, and organisations:

• Free: $0 - access to all free resources (patterns, icons, templates, hooks, themes, and tools) with no time limit
• Monthly: $39/month - full access to all 2,000+ Pro blocks, AI-optimised components, and ad-free experience
• Yearly: $19/month (billed $229/year) - same Pro access at a 51% discount compared to monthly
• Lifetime: $599 one-time - permanent access with lifetime updates, no recurring fees

All paid plans include commercial usage rights, regular updates, and support.

Note: Pricing shown reflects rates at the time of writing. Check the shadcn.io pricing page for the latest offers.

How It Works

Shadcn.io follows the same copy-paste philosophy as the official shadcn/ui - you own the code, not a dependency:

1. Browse: find the block or component you need (e.g. “Hero Section 04” or “Dialog Achievement Unlock”)
2. Copy: click to copy the React + Tailwind source code
3. Paste: drop it directly into your Next.js, Vite, or Remix project
4. Customise: tweak colours, spacing, and content freely - it’s just code

The library is described as “AI-native”, meaning the component structure and naming conventions are designed to work well with AI coding assistants.

Who Is Shadcn.io For?

• React developers who use shadcn/ui and want to skip building standard layouts from scratch
• Indie hackers and solo founders shipping MVPs quickly without a dedicated designer
• Freelancers who need high-quality, polished UI for client projects on a tight deadline
• Startups that need production-ready components without building a full design system
• Next.js developers looking for hooks, patterns, and components purpose-built for the ecosystem

Alternatives to Consider

If shadcn.io doesn’t fit your needs, here are other shadcn/ui and React-focused libraries worth exploring:

• Shadcnblocks - 1,000+ blocks for shadcn/ui with Figma kit included
• Shadcn Studio - AI-powered shadcn/ui component generation
• Shadcn UI Blocks - copy-paste blocks built on shadcn/ui primitives
• Tailark - marketing-focused blocks for Tailwind projects

Frequently Asked Questions

Is shadcn.io the official shadcn/ui website?
No. Shadcn.io is an independent, third-party resource. The official project is maintained by shadcn at ui.shadcn.com.

Do I need to install a package or add a dependency?
No. Like the official shadcn/ui, you copy the component code directly into your project. You own it outright with no dependency on an external package update cycle.

Is it compatible with Next.js, Vite, and Remix?
Yes. Any React project that supports Tailwind CSS and shadcn/ui will work with shadcn.io blocks.

What does “AI-native” mean?
The components and blocks are structured and named in a way that makes them easy to use with AI coding assistants like Cursor or GitHub Copilot - reducing the need for manual explanation or prompting.

Can I use the blocks in client and commercial projects?
Yes. All paid plans include a commercial usage licence. Free resources are also available for commercial use.

What happens if I cancel my subscription?
If you cancel a monthly or yearly plan, you lose access to Pro blocks at the end of your billing period. The Lifetime plan has no cancellation risk - it’s a one-time purchase with permanent access.

Last updated: March 13, 2026