Students get $200 in free cloud platform credits valid for 1 year through the GitHub Student Developer Pack, perfect for hosting projects, deploying apps, and learning cloud infrastructure.
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How to claim it
- Get the GitHub Pack. Verify your student status and get the GitHub Student Developer Pack at
education.github.com/pack - Find the offer. Once verified, visit the GitHub Student Pack benefits page and find the DigitalOcean offer
- Create your account. Click to claim the offer and create a new DigitalOcean account at
cloud.digitalocean.com/registrations/new - Link your GitHub. Link your GitHub account to verify your student status
- Add a payment method. Add a payment method (credit card or PayPal) for identity verification - you won't be charged unless you exceed your credits
- Get your credits. Your $200 credits will be applied automatically to your new account
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Who's eligible
Who can get the DigitalOcean - $200 Free Cloud Credits via GitHub Student Pack student discount?
Students aged 13+ enrolled in a degree or diploma-granting course of study who are verified through GitHub Education. Must be a new DigitalOcean user - existing accounts are not eligible.
How long does DigitalOcean - $200 Free Cloud Credits via GitHub Student Pack student access last?
Credits are valid for 1 year from DigitalOcean signup date. This is a one-time offer for new users only and cannot be renewed by creating additional accounts.
Is the DigitalOcean - $200 Free Cloud Credits via GitHub Student Pack student discount available worldwide?
Available worldwide to students who can verify through GitHub Education. No geographic restrictions mentioned.
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What's included
DigitalOcean provides students with $200 in free cloud platform credits through the GitHub Student Developer Pack, giving you a full year to explore cloud computing. Use the credits for Droplets (virtual machines), managed databases, Kubernetes clusters, and more. It's an excellent way to host personal projects, deploy web apps, or gain hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure that employers value.
- $200 Platform CreditGenerous credit amount that can cover months of hosting for student projects, from simple websites to complex applications
- Full Platform AccessUse credits on any DigitalOcean service including Droplets, Spaces Object Storage, Block Storage, Load Balancers, Managed Databases, Kubernetes, and App Platform
- 12-Month ValidityCredits remain valid for a full year from signup, giving you plenty of time to learn and build
- No Credit Card for ActivationCredits apply automatically after linking your verified GitHub student account, though a payment method is needed for usage beyond credits
- Developer-Friendly PlatformSimple, intuitive cloud hosting designed for developers with extensive tutorials and community support
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Fine print & gotchas
- New users only. Existing DigitalOcean accounts — even old free trials — aren't eligible.
- Requires the GitHub Student Pack first, whose verification can take a few days to a couple of weeks.
- Payment method required for identity verification; you're charged only if you exceed the $200 credit.
- Credits expire after 12 months. One-time offer — you can't renew by creating another account.
- Standard rates apply for any usage beyond the credit or after it expires.
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Common questions
Can existing DigitalOcean users get this discount?
No, this offer is exclusively for new DigitalOcean users. If you already have an account (even a free trial), you won't be eligible for the student credits.
Do I need a credit card to claim the credits?
You'll need to add a valid payment method (credit card, debit card, or PayPal) for account verification, but you won't be charged unless your usage exceeds the $200 credit.
What happens when my credits run out or expire?
After your credits are used up or the 12-month period ends, you'll be charged standard rates for any continued usage. You can delete resources before this to avoid charges.
Can I renew the student credits after one year?
The $200 credit is a one-time offer for new accounts. You cannot renew by creating a new account. However, DigitalOcean occasionally offers other promotions.
What can I build with $200 in credits?
A basic Droplet starts at $4/month, so $200 can run a small server for over 4 years, or you can use it for more powerful setups, databases, and storage for your projects.
How long does verification take?
GitHub Education verification typically takes a few days to a couple of weeks depending on your documentation. Once verified, DigitalOcean credits are applied immediately.
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