Render for Students: Hobby workspace $0/mo
Hobby workspace (includes free compute + always-free Static Sites)
What you get
- Hobby workspace $0/mo. Free compute: Web/Private services 512 MB RAM, <1 CPU free
- PostgreSQL 256 MB RAM, 100 connections free
- Key Value 25 MB RAM free
- Static Sites free to deploy (fast CDN, automatic deploys, custom domains + TLS). Hobby workspace includes: 5 GB bandwidth/month, 500 build minutes/month, 2 custom domains, up to 25 services, 1 team seat, 7-day log retention.
From the official page: “"Hobby — For individuals building personal projects and prototypes. $0/mo + compute"; "Free $0/month 512 MB RAM free Less than 1 CPU"; "Static Sites: Always free to deploy"; "Bandwidth 5 GB included per month"”
How to claim
- Go to dashboard.render.com/register
- Choose the Hobby workspace
- Deploy services / static sites; free compute applies automatically
Eligibility
Hobby requires no credit card; free upon sign-up.
Expiry & renewal rules
Free web services and databases spin down when idle; Static Sites are labeled 'Always free to deploy'; Hobby workspace is $0/mo.
Availability
Not specified on the official page. Most student programs require enrollment verification; some restrict by region.
FAQ
Is Render still free for students in 2026?
Yes, as of Oct 21, 2026. Hobby workspace $0/mo Always double-check the official page before relying on an offer — terms do change.
Do I need a credit card? How long does the Render student offer last?
Yes — a card is required at some point in the flow (called out in Eligibility above). Duration: Free web services and databases spin down when idle; Static Sites are labeled 'Always free to deploy'; Hobby workspace is $0/mo.
What's the catch with Render's student program?
The honest caveats: Free web services and databases spin down when idle; Static Sites are labeled 'Always free to deploy'; Hobby workspace is $0/mo.. Student programs are usually limited to non-commercial use, may require yearly re-verification, and can be discontinued with little notice — that is exactly why this page exists. Verify on the official page before building anything on top of a free tier.