gratisnivåets

Gratisnivåets is the free tier of a software or online service, a defined level of access offered without charge. It provides a subset of features or a limited amount of usage intended to let users explore the product before committing to a paid plan. It differs from a time-limited free trial, which typically expires; the gratisnivåets is usually ongoing as long as the user remains within its defined limits.

Typical characteristics include restricted functionality, capped usage (such as API calls, storage, or compute resources), and sometimes limited support or branding. Some services offer perpetual free access for basic tasks, while others place the free tier behind higher quotas or require payment for access to advanced features. Overages or policy-based restrictions may trigger fees or prompt upgrades.

From a business perspective, gratisnivåets serves to attract new users, showcase value, and encourage migration to paid plans or higher usage levels. It can support user acquisition and market testing but also carries risks, such as revenue leakage, user frustration from unexpected charges, or the challenge of sustaining a free offering over time.

Notable examples include cloud providers and software platforms that publicly advertise free tiers, such as AWS Free Tier and Google Cloud Free Tier, which provide limited resources at no cost. The concept is common across cloud computing and software-as-a-service models, where free access is used as a strategic gateway to paid products.