CoinGecko API Free Plan 2026: What's Included & What's Not
Honest breakdown of the free tier limits and features
CoinGecko API pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $0 to $399.2 per month in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.
Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.
- Free tier: No free tier available
- Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
- Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
CoinGecko API's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit.
What's Included in the Free Plan
- Demo plan
- Basic access
- Community support
What's NOT Included (Paid Only)
- 100k call credits/mo
- 250 rate limit/min
You'll Need to Upgrade When...
- You exceed the user limit
- You need features like 100k call credits/mo or 250 rate limit/min
- You require premium support or SLA guarantees
- You need to remove branding or watermarks
- You need advanced integrations or API access
Hidden Restrictions on Free Plan
- CoinGecko API branding may appear on your content or communications
- Support is limited to community forums or email with longer response times
- Export options may be restricted or include watermarks
- API access is typically limited or not available
- Advanced reporting and analytics require paid plans
Free vs Paid: Which Do You Need?
Free Plan is Enough If...
- You're an individual or very small team
- You need only basic features
- You don't mind usage limits
- Branding on output is acceptable
- Community support is sufficient
You Need Paid If...
- Your team is growing beyond limits
- You need advanced features
- Professional branding is required
- You need priority support
- Integrations/API access is critical
Free vs Basic Plan Comparison
| Free $0 | Basic $29/month | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | 3 included | 2+ included |
| Support | Community/Email | Priority Support |
| Branding | CoinGecko API branding | Your branding |
| Best For | Learning/testing | Personal use |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is CoinGecko API free?
Yes, CoinGecko API offers a forever free plan with 3 core features included. However, there are limits on users and features that may require upgrading.
02 What's included in CoinGecko API's free plan?
CoinGecko API's free plan includes: Demo plan, Basic access, Community support. Key limits include basic usage caps.
03 What's NOT included in CoinGecko API's free plan?
The free plan excludes: 100k call credits/mo, 250 rate limit/min. You'll also have CoinGecko API branding and limited support options.
04 When should I upgrade from CoinGecko API's free plan?
Consider upgrading when: you hit user or storage limits, need features like 100k call credits/mo or 250 rate limit/min, require premium support, or want to remove branding. The cheapest paid plan starts at $29/month.
05 Is CoinGecko API's free plan really free forever?
Yes, CoinGecko API's free plan is available indefinitely with no time limit. However, feature and usage limits may restrict what you can do without upgrading to a paid plan.
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