Heroku Heroku Open Source Software Credit Program
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The Heroku Open Source Software Credit Program is designed to support open source projects by providing monthly platform credits over a 12-month period. Credits, typically ranging from $25 to $500 USD per month, can be applied exclusively to core Heroku services such as Dynos, Postgres, and Key-Value Store. Any usage beyond the allocated credits is billed at standard rates to the verified credit/debit card on file. Projects can reapply annually to continue receiving support, ensuring that maintainers can focus on community contributions rather than infrastructure concerns.
Tiers
Heroku Open Source Software Credit
up to 500Approved open source projects receive a predetermined monthly credit allocation on Heroku for 12 months.
- Monthly platform credits for 12 months
- Applicable on core Heroku services such as Dynos, Postgres, and Key-Value Store
- Excess usage billed at standard rates
- Renewable annual program based on project needs
- Maintainer of an open source software project
- Project must run or intend to run on Heroku
- Active Heroku account with a valid credit/debit card
- Adherence to a Code of Conduct and standard open source license
- Review Eligibility. Ensure your project meets all eligibility criteria, including open source maintenance, hosting on Heroku, and account verification. Review ↗
- Submit Application. Complete the application form to receive your monthly credits. Apply Now ↗
FAQ
How do I qualify for the Heroku Open Source Software Credit Program?
You must be the maintainer of an open source project that runs or intends to run on Heroku, and hold an active Heroku account verified with a valid credit/debit card. Salesforce employees and government officials are not eligible.
When are applications reviewed?
Applications are reviewed on a monthly basis. For submissions after the 15th (March to December 2023), reviews will occur the following month.
What happens if I exceed my monthly credit allocation?
Any usage exceeding the allocated credits will be charged at standard rates to the credit card on file.
Can I use the credits on a Heroku Teams account?
Yes, credits can be applied to either personal or team Heroku accounts.
Do unused credits roll over to the next month?
No, any unused credits expire at the end of each month.