Apollo GraphOS Free Plan

Apollo GraphQL offers a free-forever GraphOS plan and $50 in usage credit on upgrade.

Apollo GraphQLUpdated monthly · checked 16 h ago

Apollo GraphOS Free Plan is a developer tools perk from Apollo GraphQL, offering Forever Free, with no funding required.

Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan
While you apply

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What you get

Inside Apollo GraphOS Free Plan

Free GraphOS tier with federation, connectors, response caching and schema tools for up to 3 developers, plus $50 in usage credit toward the paid Developer plan.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Oct 15, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Ongoing (free tier)
How to claim

How to apply for Apollo GraphOS Free Plan

What to have ready
  • A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Steps to apply
  1. 1Sign up for GraphOS on the free plan
Good to know: Added 2026-08-27-p1 (measured 5x expansion); source on provider domain apollographql.com.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Oct 15, 2026

Value is the headline maximum Apollo GraphQL advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not endorsed by the programs listed. A link labeled as a referral link may earn us a commission. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

Apollo GraphOS Free Plan: common questions

What do you get with Apollo GraphOS Free Plan?

Apollo GraphOS Free Plan offers Forever Free.

Who qualifies for Apollo GraphOS Free Plan?

Apollo GraphOS Free Plan is open to any startup, with no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Apollo GraphOS Free Plan?

No. Apollo GraphOS Free Plan is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Apollo GraphOS Free Plan?

Sign up for GraphOS on the free plan

How long do I have to use Apollo GraphOS Free Plan, and does it expire?

Ongoing (free tier)

Is Apollo GraphOS Free Plan available outside the US?

Apollo GraphOS Free Plan is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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