# DigitalOcean free for open source

What DigitalOcean gives open source projects, who qualifies, and how to apply. 1 verified offer, last checked 2026-08-03.

- Website: https://www.digitalocean.com
- Categories: hosting

## DigitalOcean Credits for Open Source

**What you get.** Grants of DigitalOcean infrastructure credits for a project's development, infrastructure, and testing needs, usable on Droplets, managed databases, App Platform, and managed Kubernetes. Grant amounts vary by project tier; each grant lasts one year.

**Who qualifies.** Applies to the project; OSI-approved license required. Project must meet DigitalOcean's Grant Tier Criteria; a Code of Conduct is encouraged but not strictly required.

**How to apply.** Application form on the Credits for Open Source page; review takes 7-10 business days, notification by email.

Program page: https://www.digitalocean.com/open-source

Verified 2026-08-03 - manual: digitalocean.com/open-source live, describes credit grants for OSI-licensed projects with annual renewal.

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