What you’ll learn
- What resources a free server includes
- How the runtime counter works and how to extend it
- What happens when runtime runs out
- Key restrictions and limitations of the Free Tier
- How Free Tier compares to paid plans
Resources
Each Free Tier server includes:
All Free Tier servers are hosted in Germany.
How the Runtime System Works
Free Tier servers do not run indefinitely. They use a that decreases over time and must be topped up by watching short ads in the .- Initial runtime: Every new free server starts with 3 days of runtime.
- Maximum runtime: You can accumulate up to 30 days at any time.
- Cost: Completely free — no payment required, ever.
Extending Runtime
Log in to dash.daki.cc and use the renewal option on your server page.What Happens When Runtime Expires
Renewal Reminders
Enable the Server Renewal Reminder in the Credentials tab of the Free Tier Dashboard (dash.daki.cc/credentials). The Daki Discord bot will then DM you before your server is about to expire.Free Tier Restrictions
- One server per account. You cannot run multiple servers simultaneously.
- One account per person. Creating multiple accounts is a Terms of Service violation and may result in .
- Node.js and Python only. Java, Rust, C#, and other runtimes are not available.
- Discord login only. The Free Tier Dashboard uses Discord OAuth — no email/password sign-up.
- No uptime SLA. The 99.9% uptime guarantee applies to paid plans only.
- No public ports. Free Tier servers cannot receive inbound connections. Discord bots (which connect outbound) are not affected, but web servers and APIs will not be publicly reachable. See Network & Allocations.
Free Tier vs Paid Plans
Next Steps
- Create an Account — Sign up with Discord to get started.
- Create Your First Server — Spin up your free server in minutes.
- Renewing Your Free Server — Learn how to keep your server active.
- Paid Plans — See what you get when you upgrade.