Docker Hub free tier includes 1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated)… Catalogue date July 2026.

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Docker Hub Free Tier 2026 stable

Limits, pricing history. Catalogue date July 2026. Last updated 2026-09-12.

Docker Hub's free tier offers 1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated)… We rate it stable. One recorded pricing restructure narrowed the terms, on 2024-12-10.

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⚠️ Pricing change: Docker Pro +80% ($5→$9/mo), Team +67% ($9→$15/mo). Free tier: Build Cloud minutes removed, Scout repos cut 3→1, private repos limited to 1 with 2GB storage Source ↗ (effective 2024-12-10) View in changelog →
Tier
Personal
Category
Container Registry
Pricing Page
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Catalogue date
2026-07-07
Last read
2026-09-12
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Free Tier Details

1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated). No automated builds on free tier

We read that on 2026-09-12 from https://www.docker.com/pricing/, and our check recorded: the page names Docker Hub as "docker hub" and states "$0". A source check reads the cited page for the service's name and a price; the limits above are from our own record.

When You'll Outgrow Docker Hub's Free Tier

Pricing Change History (1 recorded)

restructured effective 2024-12-10 high impact
Docker Pro +80% ($5→$9/mo), Team +67% ($9→$15/mo). Free tier: Build Cloud minutes removed, Scout repos cut 3→1, private repos limited to 1 with 2GB storage Source ↗
Before: Pro $5/user/month, Team $9/user/month. Free tier included Build Cloud minutes, 3 Scout repos
After: Pro $9/user/month, Team $15/user/month. Free: 1 private repo (2GB), 1 Scout repo, no Build Cloud minutes, 40 pulls/hour

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Recommended Migration Targets

These alternatives were identified from Docker Hub’s pricing changes as recommended replacements.

GitHub Container Registry Free Quay.io Free
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Docker Hub free?
Yes, Docker Hub offers a free tier: Personal. 1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated). No automated builds on free tier
What is Docker Hub's free tier?
Docker Hub's free tier is called "Personal". 1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated). No automated builds on free tier
Is Docker Hub's free tier reliable?
Docker Hub's free tier is considered stable. One recorded pricing restructure narrowed the terms, on 2024-12-10. See the pricing history below.
Is Docker Hub's free tier good for production?
Docker Hub's free tier can be suitable for small production workloads and side projects. We rate it stable and it offers 1 private repository, unlimited public repositories. 200 pulls per 6-hour window (authenticated)…, so it's a reasonable starting point. One recorded pricing restructure narrowed the terms, on 2024-12-10. Monitor your usage against the limits and have an upgrade plan ready.
What changed in Docker Hub's pricing?
Docker Hub has had 1 recorded pricing change. Most recently: Docker Pro +80% ($5→$9/mo), Team +67% ($9→$15/mo). Free tier: Build Cloud minutes removed, Scout repos cut 3→1, private repos limited to 1 with 2GB storage Source: https://www.docker.com/blog/november-2024-updated-plans-announcement/ (2024-12-10).
When will I outgrow Docker Hub's free tier?
When your usage exceeds the free tier limits, you'll need to upgrade. When you outgrow the free tier, evaluate paid plans against alternatives — sometimes a competitor's free tier covers what you need.
What category is Docker Hub in?
Docker Hub is categorized under Container Registry on AgentDeals.

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