--- description: Support open source projects with free access to Capawesome Cloud, our platform for delivering Over-the-Air (OTA) updates to Capacitor apps. title: Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program: Free OTA - Capawesome image: https://capawesome.io/docs/assets/images/social/blog/capawesome-cloud-open-source-program.png --- [Skip to content ](#capawesome-cloud-open-source-program-free-ota) [πŸ–₯️ Introducing the **Capacitor Electron Platform** β€” build desktop apps for macOS, Windows, and Linux. 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](/docs/cloud/integrations/) * Account * [ Organization ](/docs/cloud/organizations/) * [ Two-Factor Enforcement ](/docs/cloud/organizations/two-factor-authentication/) * [ Audit Logs ](/docs/cloud/organizations/audit-logs/) * [ Billing ](/docs/cloud/organizations/billing/) * [ License Keys ](/docs/cloud/license-keys/) * [ AI ](/docs/ai/) * [ Insiders ](/docs/insiders/) * [ Billing & Plans ](/docs/insiders/billing-and-plans/) * [ FAQ ](/docs/insiders/faq/) * [ License ](https://capawesome.io/legal/eula/) * [ Support ](/docs/support/) * [ Contributing ](/docs/contributing/) * Contributing code * [ Code of Conduct ](/docs/contributing/code-of-conduct/) * [ Questions ](https://docs.github.com/en/discussions/collaborating-with-your-community-using-discussions/participating-in-a-discussion#creating-a-discussion) * [ Blog ](/blog/) * Categories * [ Related Posts ](#related-posts) # Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program: Free OTA[ΒΆ](#capawesome-cloud-open-source-program-free-ota "Permanent link") The Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program gives qualifying open source projects free access to [Capawesome Cloud](/), our platform for delivering Over-the-Air (OTA) updates to Capacitor apps β€” so maintainers can ship live updates without the cost. ## Program Benefits[ΒΆ](#program-benefits "Permanent link") If selected, your open source project will receive: * **Capawesome Cloud credits**: Up to $2,000 in credits for 12 months to use Capawesome Cloud. * **Priority support**: Get priority support from the Capawesome team for any issues or questions you may have. * **Promotion**: We will promote your project on our website and social media channels, helping you reach a wider audience. ## Who Should Apply[ΒΆ](#who-should-apply "Permanent link") To be considered for the Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program, your project must meet the following criteria: * The project must be an open source project. * The project must be actively maintained and have a clear roadmap for future development. * The project must show measurable impact or growth potential. If your project meets these criteria, we encourage you to apply! [Apply now](https://forms.gle/3NLWT1Gt9shdGoUY7) ## Frequently Asked Questions[ΒΆ](#frequently-asked-questions "Permanent link") ### What happens after 12 months?[ΒΆ](#what-happens-after-12-months "Permanent link") After 12 months, you can apply for an extension or upgrade to a paid plan. We will review your project and determine if you are eligible for additional credits. ### Can I use the credits for commercial projects?[ΒΆ](#can-i-use-the-credits-for-commercial-projects "Permanent link") Yes, you can use the credits for commercial projects as long as they are open source. However, we encourage you to consider upgrading to a paid plan if your project generates revenue. ### How do I apply for the program?[ΒΆ](#how-do-i-apply-for-the-program "Permanent link") To apply for the Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program, please fill out the [application form](https://forms.gle/3NLWT1Gt9shdGoUY7). ### How long does it take to get approved?[ΒΆ](#how-long-does-it-take-to-get-approved "Permanent link") The review process typically takes a few days. Please note that not all requests can be approved, as every use incurs costs. Therefore, the number of accepted requests must be in relation to the number of paying customers. The Capawesome team therefore reserves the right to reject requests without giving reasons. If you have not received a response within 7 days, your request is considered rejected. ### What if I have more questions?[ΒΆ](#what-if-i-have-more-questions "Permanent link") If you have any questions about the program, please feel free to reach out to us at [support@capawesome.io](mailto:support@capawesome.io) or join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/VCXxSVjefW). You can also [subscribe to the Capawesome newsletter](https://capawesome.io/newsletter/) to stay updated on future programs and releases. ## Related Posts[ΒΆ](#related-posts "Permanent link") * [Announcing Capawesome Cloud Assist](/blog/announcing-capawesome-cloud-assist/) * [Announcing Capawesome Cloud Automations](/blog/announcing-capawesome-cloud-automations/) * [Introducing Capawesome: Mobile App Platform](/blog/announcing-capawesome-platform/) * [Capawesome NPM Registry: Easier Insiders Access](/blog/announcing-the-capawesome-npm-registry/) July 16, 2026 Back to top ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BlogPosting", "headline": "Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program: Free OTA", "description": "Support open source projects with free access to Capawesome Cloud, our platform for delivering Over-the-Air (OTA) updates to Capacitor apps.", "image": "https://capawesome.io/assets/banners/cloud-build-and-deploy-capacitor-apps.png", "datePublished": "2025-04-24T00:00:00+00:00", "dateModified": "2026-07-10T00:00:00+00:00", "author": [ { "@type": "Person", "name": "Robin Genz", "url": "https://github.com/robingenz" } ], "publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Capawesome", "url": "https://capawesome.io", "logo": { "@type": "ImageObject", "url": "https://capawesome.io/assets/images/logo.svg" } }, "articleSection": "Announcements", "keywords": ["Announcements", "Cloud"], "isPartOf": { "@type": "Blog", "@id": "https://capawesome.io/blog/#blog" }, "mainEntityOfPage": "https://capawesome.io/blog/capawesome-cloud-open-source-program/", "url": "https://capawesome.io/blog/capawesome-cloud-open-source-program/" } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "BreadcrumbList", "itemListElement": [ { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 1, "name": "Home", "item": "https://capawesome.io/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 2, "name": "Blog", "item": "https://capawesome.io/blog/" }, { "@type": "ListItem", "position": 3, "name": "Capawesome Cloud Open Source Program: Free OTA", "item": "https://capawesome.io/blog/capawesome-cloud-open-source-program/" } ] } {"@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [{"@type": "Question", "name": "What happens after 12 months?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "After 12 months, you can apply for an extension or upgrade to a paid plan. 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