Payload Pricing (2026)

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Free
$0/mo
Vercel
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Cloudflare
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Enterprise
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Verified Sep 22, 2026 Official pricing page

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Free

$0/mo
  • Completely open source
  • Host yourself
  • Community Support

Vercel

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  • Vercel blob storage
  • Neon database
  • Users (Authentication)
  • Media
  • Frontend Template
  • Layout Builder
  • Live Preview

Cloudflare

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  • Image Storage (R2)
  • D1 Database
  • Users (Authentication)
  • Media
  • Layout Builder

Enterprise

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  • Self-hosted or with Payload
  • Unlimited custom domains
  • White-labeled email service
  • Roadmap influence
  • Dedicated Support
  • Enterprise Features

Does Payload have a free plan?

Yes: the Free plan is free forever, not a time-limited trial.

What the free plan includes

  • Completely open source
  • Host yourself
  • Community Support

Payload Pricing FAQ

How much does Payload cost?
Pricing is custom — you'll need to talk to their sales team for a quote.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. The "Free" plan is free forever, not just a trial. You get completely open source, host yourself, community support. It's enough to evaluate the product before upgrading.
Can I try it before paying?
There's no trial per se, but the free plan lets you use the product indefinitely with some limits.
How does the pricing work?
It's a custom model split across 4 tiers. The more you need, the more you pay — pretty standard for this category.

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