Locust open source

Locust is an open source load testing tool where user behaviour is defined in code. It is free to use.

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Locust open source is a developer tools perk from Locust, offering a free open source load tool, with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Locust open source

Locust is an open source load testing tool. It supports running load tests distributed over multiple machines, so it can simulate many simultaneous users. Its tests are written as plain code rather than configured in a UI.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Open source, no end date.
Other requirements: Locust runs on the machines you provide.

How to claim

How to apply for Locust open source

Steps to apply

1Install Locust from locust.io.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Project page read on locust.io on October 28, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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