CodeSandbox free for open source

What CodeSandbox gives open source projects, who qualifies, and how to apply. 1 verified offer, last checked 2026-09-07.

FOS-0048 ACTIVE verified 2026-09-07

CodeSandbox

CodeSandbox Friends (free workspace for open source projects)

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What you get

Free or low-cost access to CodeSandbox for the approved project: an unlimited number of Sandboxes on the eligible workspace and early access to Sandbox API updates. Projects that are no longer maintained but otherwise qualify can get a custom Sandbox limit for documentation and educational examples.

Applies to

the project , not individual maintainers

Requirements

OSI-approved licensepublic repository

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How to apply

Submit the CodeSandbox support form at codesandbox.io/support and select "CodeSandbox Friends". Approved owners can then invite contributors to the Friends workspace.

Provenance

Confirmed against codesandbox.io/docs/learn/plans/codesandbox-friends on 2026-09-07, matched anchor “CodeSandbox Friends program”.

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