My free-tier period is ending soon, and I still have nearly $150 in promotional credits remaining. If I add a credit card and switch to a paid account, will that extend the free-tier period or give me more time to use the credits?
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The main reason to add a payment method is that you can be billed for usage after the free tier ends or when your usage exceeds the free limits. Check the billing console’s credits section for the precise expiration date, and consider setting spending alerts so there are no surprises.
No. Adding a credit card or moving to a paid account does not extend the 12-month free-tier period, and it does not change the expiration date of promotional credits. The free tier is based on when the account was created, while the credits have their own separate expiration date.
Thanks for clearing that up! I’ll check the exact credit expiration date and use them before then.