GitHub Codespaces free tier includes Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage… Verified September 2026.

GitHub Codespaces Free Tier 2026 stable

Limits, pricing history. Verified September 2026. Last updated 2026-09-03.

GitHub Codespaces's free tier offers Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage free for all GitHub… It's stable — zero pricing changes recorded.

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Free
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Verified
2026-09-03

Free Tier Details

Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage free for all GitHub users. Pre-configured dev containers with VS Code in browser

We read that on 2026-09-05 from https://github.com/features/codespaces, and our check recorded: the page names GitHub Codespaces as "github codespaces" and states "free plan". 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 GitHub Codespaces's Free Tier

Pricing Change History (0 recorded)

No recorded pricing changes for GitHub Codespaces. This is a good sign — stable pricing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GitHub Codespaces free?
Yes, GitHub Codespaces offers a free tier: Free. Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage free for all GitHub users. Pre-configured dev containers with VS Code in browser
What is GitHub Codespaces's free tier?
GitHub Codespaces's free tier is called "Free". Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage free for all GitHub users. Pre-configured dev containers with VS Code in browser
Is GitHub Codespaces's free tier reliable?
GitHub Codespaces's free tier is considered stable.
Is GitHub Codespaces's free tier good for production?
GitHub Codespaces's free tier can be suitable for small production workloads and side projects. We rate it stable and it offers Cloud development environments — 120 core hours/month (60 hours on 2-core machine) + 15 GB storage free for all GitHub…, so it's a reasonable starting point. Monitor your usage against the limits and have an upgrade plan ready.
What changed in GitHub Codespaces's pricing?
No, GitHub Codespaces has had no recorded pricing changes. This is a positive stability signal.
When will I outgrow GitHub Codespaces's free tier?
At 15 GB storage, 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 GitHub Codespaces in?
GitHub Codespaces is categorized under IDE & Code Editors on AgentDeals.

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