Cloudinary pricing: plans, free tier & real monthly cost
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Pricing verified Jul 2026.
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Free tier: Free plan: 25 monthly credits (~25K transformations), 3 users
Cloudinary plans compared
| Plan | Monthly | Billed annually | Limits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | — | 25 monthly credits (~25K transformations), 3 users |
| Plus | $99/mo | $89/mo | 225 monthly credits, 3 users / 2 accounts |
| Advanced | $249/mo | $224/mo | 600 monthly credits, 5 users / 3 accounts |
| Enterprise | Contact sales | — | Custom credits and terms |
Plans are metered in blended "credits" (1 credit ≈ 1K transformations or 1 GB storage/bandwidth); request limits here approximate 1 credit = 1K requests for estimation. Separate DAM product line exists.
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Cloudinary pricing FAQ
Does Cloudinary have a free tier?
Yes. Free plan: 25 monthly credits (~25K transformations), 3 users
How much does Cloudinary cost?
Paid plans start at $99/month on the Plus plan (225 monthly credits, 3 users / 2 accounts). Higher tiers are custom-priced — contact sales.
Is Cloudinary cheaper when billed annually?
Yes — for example, the Plus plan drops from $99 to $89 per month when billed annually (about 10% less).
How up to date is this Cloudinary pricing?
We last verified it in Jul 2026 against Cloudinary's public pricing page. Tool pricing changes often — always confirm on the official pricing page before committing.