Copilot Free Plan [GA] (#53455)

Co-authored-by: Joe Clark <[email protected]>
Co-authored-by: Siara <[email protected]>

Author: 3 people

content/admin/managing-iam/understanding-iam-for-enterprises/abilities-and-restrictions-of-managed-user-accounts.md

@@ -50,7 +50,7 @@ With {% data variables.product.prodname_emus %}, you can control the user accoun
 
 ## {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}
 
-* {% data variables.enterprise.prodname_managed_users_caps %} cannot sign up for {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %}. To allow a managed user to use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, you must grant the user access to a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise_short %} subscription. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/about-github-copilot/what-is-github-copilot#getting-access-to-copilot).
+* {% data variables.enterprise.prodname_managed_users_caps %} cannot sign up for {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free %}. To allow a managed user to use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, you must grant the user access to a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise_short %} subscription. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/about-github-copilot/what-is-github-copilot#getting-access-to-copilot).
 
 ## {% data variables.product.prodname_pages %}
 

content/billing/managing-billing-for-your-products/managing-billing-for-github-copilot/about-billing-for-github-copilot.md

@@ -1,7 +1,7 @@
 ---
 title: About billing for GitHub Copilot
 shortTitle: Billing for GitHub Copilot
-intro: '{% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} offers multiple subscription options for enterprises, organizations, and individuals to use GitHub Copilot.'
+intro: '{% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %} offers multiple subscription options for enterprises, organizations, and individuals to use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}.'
 versions:
   feature: copilot
 topics:
@@ -20,10 +20,12 @@ Subscriptions to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_business %} are
 
 ## {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} as an individual
 
-Subscriptions to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %} are available on a monthly or yearly cycle, for either {% data variables.copilot.cfi_price_per_month %} per calendar month or {% data variables.copilot.cfi_price_per_year %} per year. For more information, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/managing-your-copilot-subscription/about-billing-for-github-copilot-individual).
+Subscriptions to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro %} are available on a monthly or yearly cycle, for either {% data variables.copilot.cfi_price_per_month %} per calendar month or {% data variables.copilot.cfi_price_per_year %} per year. For more information, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/managing-your-copilot-subscription/about-billing-for-github-copilot-individual).
 
 > [!NOTE] {% data reusables.copilot.copilot-one-account %}
 
+If you want to try {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} before subscribing, you can use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free %} for a limited experience. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/about-github-copilot-free).
+
 ## Further reading
 
 * [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/about-github-copilot/subscription-plans-for-github-copilot)

content/copilot/about-github-copilot/subscription-plans-for-github-copilot.md

@@ -10,7 +10,8 @@ shortTitle: Subscriptions
 
 {% data variables.product.company_short %} offers multiple subscription options for {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}:
 
-* **{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %}** is available to individual {% data variables.product.company_short %} customers who don't have access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} through an organization or enterprise.
+* **{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free %}** is available to individual {% data variables.product.company_short %} customers who don't have access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} through an organization or enterprise. This free tier provides limited access to select features of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, allowing you to experience AI-powered coding assistance without a subscription.
+* **{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro %}** is available to individual {% data variables.product.company_short %} customers who don't have access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} through an organization or enterprise. This paid tier offers full access to all {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} features, including advanced capabilities and unlimited usage, for a comprehensive AI coding experience.
 * **{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_business %}** is available for organizations with a {% data variables.product.prodname_free_team %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_team %} plan, or enterprises on {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_cloud %}. {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} gives organizations and enterprises control over {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} policies, including which members can use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}.
 * **{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise %}** is available for enterprises on {% data variables.product.prodname_ghe_cloud %}. In addition to all of the {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} features, {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise_short %} provides additional AI features on {% data variables.product.company_short %}. With this subscription plan you can choose to assign either {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise_short %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} to each individual organization in the enterprise.
 
@@ -24,6 +25,7 @@ For more information, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/about-github-copilot/github-copil
 
 ## Next steps
 
-* To subscribe to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %}, you can <a href="https://github.com/github-copilot/signup?ref_cta=Copilot+trial&ref_loc=about+github+copilot&ref_page=docs" target="_blank"><span>try {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} for free</span></a> with a one-time 30-day trial. To continue using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} after the trial, you will need a paid subscription, unless you are a verified student, teacher, or maintainer of a popular open source project on {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %}. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/subscribing-to-copilot-as-an-individual-user).
+* To set up {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free %}, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/about-github-copilot-free).
+* To subscribe to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro %}, you can <a href="https://github.com/github-copilot/signup?ref_cta=Copilot+trial&ref_loc=about+github+copilot&ref_page=docs" target="_blank"><span>try {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} for free</span></a> with a one-time 30-day trial. To continue using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} after the trial, you will need a paid subscription, unless you are a verified student, teacher, or maintainer of a popular open source project on {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom %}. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/subscribing-to-copilot-as-an-individual-user).
 * To subscribe your organization to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-github-copilot-in-your-organization/subscribing-to-copilot-for-your-organization).
 * To subscribe your enterprise to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-for-your-enterprise/subscribing-to-copilot-for-your-enterprise).

content/copilot/about-github-copilot/what-is-github-copilot.md

@@ -53,7 +53,8 @@ For more information, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/about-github-copilot/github-copil
 
 **As an individual**, there are a few different ways you can get access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}:
 
-* _Sign up for a subscription to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %}_. You can <a href="https://github.com/github-copilot/signup?ref_cta=Copilot+trial&ref_loc=about+github+copilot&ref_page=docs" target="_blank"><span>try {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} for free</span></a> with a one-time 30-day trial. After the free trial, you will need a paid subscription for continued use.
+* _Set up {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}_. {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} enables you to enjoy limited access to some of the features of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}, without needing to sign up for a subscription. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/about-github-copilot-free).
+* _Sign up for a subscription to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro %}_. You can <a href="https://github.com/github-copilot/signup?ref_cta=Copilot+trial&ref_loc=about+github+copilot&ref_page=docs" target="_blank"><span>try {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} for free</span></a> with a one-time 30-day trial. After the free trial, you will need a paid subscription for continued use.
 * _If you are a member of an organization or enterprise_ that has a subscription to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}, you can request access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} by going to [https://github.com/settings/copilot](https://github.com/settings/copilot) and requesting access under "Get Copilot from an organization."
 * _If you are a verified student, teacher, or maintainer of a popular open source project_, {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} is free to use. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/getting-free-access-to-copilot-as-a-student-teacher-or-maintainer).
 

content/copilot/managing-copilot/configure-personal-settings/configuring-github-copilot-in-the-cli.md

@@ -2,6 +2,7 @@
 title: Configuring GitHub Copilot in the CLI
 shortTitle: Configure in the CLI
 intro: 'Learn how to configure settings and set up aliases for {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_cli_short %}.'
+product: '{% data reusables.gated-features.copilot-free-availability %}'
 versions:
   feature: copilot-in-the-cli
 topics:

content/copilot/managing-copilot/configure-personal-settings/installing-github-copilot-in-the-cli.md

@@ -6,6 +6,7 @@ versions:
 topics:
   - Copilot
   - CLI
+product: '{% data reusables.gated-features.copilot-free-availability %}'
 shortTitle: Install Copilot in the CLI
 redirect_from:
   - /copilot/github-copilot-in-the-cli/enabling-github-copilot-in-the-cli

content/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/about-github-copilot-free.md

@@ -0,0 +1,85 @@
+---
+title: About GitHub Copilot Free
+shortTitle: About Copilot Free
+intro: 'Use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %} in your IDE or on {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom_the_website %} for free.'
+versions:
+  feature: copilot
+type: overview
+topics:
+  - Copilot
+---
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free %} provides limited access to select features of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}, allowing you to experience AI-powered coding assistance without a subscription.
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} is not available if:
+
+* You have a {% data variables.enterprise.prodname_managed_user %}.
+* You are assigned a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} seat through an organization.
+* You have an existing {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} subscription or trial.
+* You have free access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} as a student, teacher, or open-source maintainer.
+
+## What features are included in {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}?
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} includes the following features:
+
+* Code completion in {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode %}, {% data variables.product.prodname_vs %}, JetBrains IDES, Vim/Neovim, Xcode, and Azure Data Studio
+  * {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_edits_vscode_short %} to make changes across multiple files (**only in {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode %} and {% data variables.product.prodname_vs %}**)
+* {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_chat_short %} in {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode %}, {% data variables.product.prodname_vs %}, JetBrains IDES, and {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom_the_website %}
+* Block suggestions matching public code
+* Access to {% data variables.copilot.copilot_claude_sonnet %} models
+
+## What are the limitations of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}?
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} has the following limitations:
+
+* Code completions are limited to 2000 completions per month.
+* {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_chat_short %} is limited to 50 chat messages per month. This limit includes both standard chats and multi-file editing chats in {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %} and {% data variables.product.prodname_vs %}.
+
+When you reach these limits, you can upgrade to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} to continue using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}.
+
+### Limitations for enterprises
+
+{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} is not suitable for enterprises, as it does not include the following features:
+
+* Access management
+* Audit logs
+* Policy management
+* File exclusion
+* Usage data
+* Indemnification coverage
+
+## How do I get access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}?
+
+There are a few ways to access {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}.
+
+* [{% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %}](#vs-code)
+* [{% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom_the_website %}](#githubcom)
+* [Other IDEs](#other-ides)
+
+### {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %}
+
+In {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %} you can access {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} directly from the editor.
+
+1. In {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %}, click **Sign up for {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}** in the sidebar.
+1. If you have a {% data variables.product.github %} account, you will be prompted to sign in. If you don't have a {% data variables.product.github %} account, you will be prompted to create one.
+
+### {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom_the_website %}
+
+With {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}, you can ask {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} questions within a chat interface on {% data variables.product.github %}.
+
+1. To access your personal dashboard once you're signed in, click the {% octicon "mark-github" aria-label="The github octocat logo" %} in the upper-left corner of any page on {% data variables.product.product_name %}.
+1. At the top of the dashboard, use the "Ask a question" box to start a chat with {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}.
+
+### Other IDEs
+
+To use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} in other IDEs, you first have to activate {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} in your {% data variables.product.github %} account settings.
+
+{% data reusables.user-settings.copilot-settings %}
+1. Click **Start using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}** to activate {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} and open a conversation thread.
+1. Click **Use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} in other IDEs** and follow the instructions for your IDE.
+
+## How can I upgrade to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %}?
+
+If you use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} in {% data variables.product.prodname_vscode_shortname %} or on {% data variables.product.prodname_dotcom_the_website %} and reach the usage limits, you'll receive a notification. The notification includes the reset date for your limits and a link to set up a 30-day free trial of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %}. After the trial ends, you'll need a paid subscription to keep using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %}.
+
+If you use {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} in a different IDE and reach the limits, an error message will appear in your editor. To continue, you can start a 30-day free trial of {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} in your {% data variables.product.github %} account settings. See [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/setting-up-github-copilot/setting-up-github-copilot-for-yourself#1-get-access-to-github-copilot).

content/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/extending-the-capabilities-of-github-copilot-in-your-personal-account.md

@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@ redirect_from:
 
 {% data reusables.copilot.copilot-extensions.copilot-extensions-on-marketplace %}
 
-Anyone can install {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extensions_short %} for their personal account, but you must have an active {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_individuals_short %} subscription to use a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extension_short %} you install.
+Anyone can install {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extensions_short %} for their personal account, but you must have an active {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} subscription to use a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extension_short %} you install.
 
 > [!NOTE] If you have access to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_short %} through a {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_business_short %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_enterprise_short %} subscription, {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extensions_short %} are installed by organization owners at the organization level, and you do not need to install the extension on your personal account. To start using {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_extensions_short %} installed in your organization, see [AUTOTITLE](/copilot/github-copilot-chat/github-copilot-extensions/using-github-copilot-extensions).
 

content/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/index.md

@@ -1,14 +1,14 @@
 ---
 title: Managing Copilot as an individual subscriber
 shortTitle: Manage for individual
-intro: 'Individual users can subscribe to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_individuals_short %} for personal use.'
+intro: 'Individual users can subscribe to {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} or {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %} for personal use.'
 versions:
   feature: copilot
 topics:
   - Copilot
 children:
-  - /managing-your-copilot-subscription
+  - /managing-your-github-copilot-pro-subscription
+  - /about-github-copilot-free
   - /managing-copilot-policies-as-an-individual-subscriber
   - /extending-the-capabilities-of-github-copilot-in-your-personal-account
 ---
-

content/copilot/managing-copilot/managing-copilot-as-an-individual-subscriber/managing-copilot-policies-as-an-individual-subscriber.md

@@ -2,7 +2,7 @@
 title: Managing Copilot policies as an individual subscriber
 shortTitle: Manage policies
 intro: 'Find out how to change your personal settings on {% data variables.product.github %} to configure {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot %}''s behavior.'
-product: '{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_for_individuals %}'
+product: '{% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_pro_short %} and {% data variables.product.prodname_copilot_free_short %}'
 topics:
   - Copilot
 versions: