Serverless Framework Pricing
The Serverless Framework CLI V.4+ is free, except for organizations earning over $2 million annually, which require a paid subscription.
Serverless Subscription Overview
A Serverless Subscription covers both the Serverless Framework CLI version 4+ and Serverless Framework Dashboard. Subscriptions are paid for via Credits, which are redeemed for either Serverless Framework Service Instances, Metrics & Traces. Choose a Credit Bundle below to establish your monthly available Credits. Large discounts are available for small businesses. Learn more in the F.A.Q. below.
Credit Bundles
These are monthly limits of Credits. Purchase a bundle or multiple bundles to achieve higher limits.
2 Credits
Free
15 Credits
$38
/ Month
50 Credits
$105
/ Month
300 Credits
$300
/ Month
Enable Small Business Discount
Enable Annual Term
Credit Value Breakdown
Each Credit can be redeemed for one of the below items.
Service Instances
A Service Instance is defined by its "stage" and "region," and either managed with Serverless Framework V.4 or stored in the Serverless Framework Dashboard for over five days.

A Service Instance includes CLI and Dashboard features (CI/CD, Parameters, Deployments).
1 Credit
1 Service Instance
Traces
A Trace captures a single AWS Lambda invocation in Serverless Dashboard and its errors, spans, logs, and can be viewed by our Trace Explorer and Alerts to troubleshoot.
1 Credit
50 Thousand Traces
Metrics
A Metric is a performance metrics on AWS Lambda invocations in Serverless Dashboard. Each AWS Lambda invocation generates 4 Metrics.
1 Credit
4 Million Metrics
Purchase a Serverless Subscription via Credit Card or AWS Marketplace

Video Guide - Purchasing A V.4 License

Frequently asked questions

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Do I have to pay for a License to use the Serverless Framework CLI?
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How do I get a License for the Serverless Framework CLI?
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What is a Service Instance?
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How can I see my Service Instances?
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Do preview/temporary Service Instances count against my Credits?
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Do I get double-charged for Service Instances if I use them with Serverless Framework CLI & Dashboard?
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How long do Credits last?
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What payment methods are available?
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How do I create an Annual Subscription via AWS Marketplace?
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Are there fees for individual Team Members?
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What discounts are available?
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How do I qualify for a Small Business & Non-Profit Discount?
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Can you combine the 15, 50, and 300 Credit bundles?
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Do you offer annual or multi-year subscriptions?
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What are Traces & Metrics?
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Do I need to use Serverless Framework Dashboard to use Serverless Framework V.4?
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What happens if I exceed my monthly Credit limit?
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When do I get charged?
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How do I switch my subscription from Credit Card to AWS Marketplace, or vice versa?
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Can I cancel or downgrade?
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How do I remove Service Instances in Serverless Framework CLI or Dashboard?
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How can I reduce my Trace and Metric Credit usage?
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