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Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)

Insomnia is an API client for REST, GraphQL, gRPC and more, made by Kong. Its Essentials plan is free for individuals and small teams.

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Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) is a developer tools perk from Kong, offering Essentials free (3 Git Sync users), with no funding required.

Value
Free
Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan
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What you get

Inside Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)

  • The Essentials plan is $0 per user a month, with unlimited Cloud and local projects, unlimited collection runs and environments, and Git Sync for up to 3 users.
  • It includes 1,000 mock server requests a month.
  • The Pro plan is $12 per user a month.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free planAPI tools
Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Standing free plan with no end date stated on the pricing page.
Other requirements
Git Sync covers up to 3 users on Essentials.
How to claim

How to apply for Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)

Steps to apply
  1. 1Download Insomnia or sign up free on insomnia.rest.
  2. 2No application is needed.
Good to know: Plans read on insomnia.rest/pricing on October 28, 2026.
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Questions

Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan): common questions

What do you get with Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)?

Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) offers Essentials free (3 Git Sync users). The Essentials plan is $0 per user a month, with unlimited Cloud and local projects, unlimited collection runs and environments, and Git Sync for up to 3 users. It includes 1,000 mock server requests a month. The Pro plan is $12 per user a month.

Who qualifies for Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)?

Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) is open to any startup, with no funding required. Git Sync covers up to 3 users on Essentials.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)?

No. Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan)?

Download Insomnia or sign up free on insomnia.rest. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan), and does it expire?

Standing free plan with no end date stated on the pricing page.

Is Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) available outside the US?

Kong Insomnia Essentials (free plan) is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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