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How to Get DigitalOcean Free Credits

DigitalOcean provides $200 in cloud credits to students via the GitHub Student Developer Pack. Deploy droplets, databases, and Kubernetes clusters for free.

Eligibility

  • GitHub Student Developer Pack membership
  • DigitalOcean account
  • Link GitHub to DigitalOcean
  • Credits valid for 12 months
$200+ credits

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1

    Sign up via GitHub Student Developer Pack

  2. 2

    Verify your student status

  3. 3

    Redeem your $200 credit

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FAQ

How much credit do students get?

$200 in credits valid for 12 months. This can run a basic droplet for over a year.

Can I use credits for managed databases?

Yes, credits apply to all DigitalOcean services including managed databases, Kubernetes, Spaces, and App Platform.

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