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Is the Google Cloud Platform Free?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 8:01 pm

Google Cloud Platform is a cloud computing platform that provides infrastructure services for software developers. It provides a suite of tools and APIs to build, deploy, and manage applications in the cloud.

It offers a variety of services, including Compute, Storage, Big Data, App Engine, and Cloud Platform Monitoring.

PRO TIP: No, the Google Cloud Platform is not free. There are various pricing options depending on your needs, but all come with a cost. Be sure to do your research and budget accordingly before using any of Google’s cloud services.

Google has offered Google Cloud Platform for free since its inception. However, the platform does have fees associated with its features. For example, the Compute service offers a free tier with limited compute resources and a paid tier with more resources. The Storage service offers a free tier with limited storage resources and a paid tier with more storage.

The Big Data service offers a free tier with limited data storage and a paid tier with more data storage. The App Engine service offers a free tier with limited compute resources and a paid tier with more compute resources. The Cloud Platform Monitoring service offers a free tier with limited monitoring resources and a paid tier with more monitoring resources.

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