Does Akamai (Linode) have a free tier?

No — Akamai (Linode) has no free tier.

Akamai (Linode)

The former Linode, now Akamai Cloud Computing: straightforward Shared-CPU plans, strong docs and generous pooled transfer on Akamai's global network.

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Akamai Cloud Computing — the former Linode, acquired by Akamai — offers straightforward virtual servers (Shared, Dedicated and High-Memory) on Akamai's global network. It is known for simple, stable pricing, strong documentation and generous pooled transfer allowances.

Key features

Shared, Dedicated and High-Memory plans
Generous pooled monthly transfer (1-4 TB+)
Managed databases, object storage and LKE Kubernetes
Backed by Akamai's global edge network

Specs

Category	VPS / IaaS
Pricing model	flat
Free tier	No
Managed database	Yes
Regions	11+
Self-hostable	Yes
Docker-native	No
Git deploy	No
Open source	No

Last reviewed 2026-07-16 — see our methodology. Specs, pricing and free tiers change often, so confirm current details on the provider before deciding.

Pros & cons

Our editorial assessment — not vendor-stated facts.

Pros

Simple, stable pricing (Nanode from $5/mo)
Generous included transfer with low per-GB overage
Long track record and good documentation
Access to Akamai's network and additional cloud products

Cons

Fewer regions than Vultr or DigitalOcean
Unmanaged compute
Post-acquisition roadmap is tied to Akamai's priorities

Pricing

Shared-CPU plans start at $5/mo (Nanode 1 GB), $12/mo (2 GB) and $24/mo (4 GB). Plans include 1-4 TB of pooled monthly transfer with overage around $0.005/GB. Hourly billing with a monthly cap; no permanent free tier.

Who should use Akamai (Linode)?

Developers who want predictable pricing and generous bandwidth without micromanaging instance families, and who value a long-established provider.

Frequently asked questions

Does Akamai (Linode) have a free tier?: No — Akamai (Linode) has no free tier.
How much does Akamai (Linode) cost?: Shared-CPU plans start at $5/mo (Nanode 1 GB), $12/mo (2 GB) and $24/mo (4 GB). Plans include 1-4 TB of pooled monthly transfer with overage around $0.005/GB. Hourly billing with a monthly cap; no permanent free tier.
Who should use Akamai (Linode)?: Developers who want predictable pricing and generous bandwidth without micromanaging instance families, and who value a long-established provider.