Why It's Great
ImageKit.io is an essential tool for developers who need to manage media assets effeciently. It offers a "Forever Free" tier that is perfect for side projects, low-traffic websites, and testing. It stands out with its predictable permalinks and easy-to-use API.
Key Free Tier Features (Forever Free)
๐ฆ Storage & Bandwidth
- Bandwidth: 20 GB per month.
- Storage: 3 GB DAM (Digital Asset Management) storage.
- Users: 2 users included.
๐ Performance & Transformation
- Video Units: 500 processing units/month.
- Extension Units: 650 units/month.
- Purge Requests: 500 requests/month (for cache clearing).
- Optimization: Access to all media optimizations and transformations.
๐ ๏ธ Developer Friendly
- Predictable Permalinks: URLs follow a clean pattern (e.g.,
https://ik.imagekit.io/YourID/image.png), making them easy to construct programmatically. - API Access: Full control via API for uploading and managing assets.
- Community Support: Integrated media library and community backing.
Pricing
- $0/month: Forever free plan inclues all the above features.