What is Google Cloud Shell?
Google Cloud Shell provides a browser-accessible shell for Google Cloud administration.
Who is Google Cloud Shell for?
Teams evaluating software that provides a browser-accessible shell for Google Cloud administration. Evaluate browser terminal and preinstalled cloud tools against the intended deployment, access controls and operating responsibilities.
Google Cloud Shell features
The core capabilities to consider for your workflow.
- Browser terminal
- Preinstalled cloud tools
- Cloud Shell Editor
Google Cloud Shell pricing
Cloud service pricing
Estimate the configured workload using current Google Cloud pricing. Include relevant compute, storage, network transfer, requests, retained data, supporting services and support; the chargeable units depend on this product.
Calculate the cost of your quote →Free access & evaluation
Cloud credits, trials and free usage allowances have eligibility and service limits. Check current terms for the region and workload; do not assume ongoing production use is free.
Before you choose Google Cloud Shell
Is the missing layer infrastructure, configuration, continuous integration or application hosting?
Who owns the running platform, credentials and recovery process?
Confirm service availability in the required region and the permissions, quotas and connected services needed for the intended deployment.
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Google Cloud Shell FAQs
Does Google Cloud Shell have a free plan?
Cloud credits, trials and free usage allowances have eligibility and service limits. Check current terms for the region and workload; do not assume ongoing production use is free.
Who is Google Cloud Shell for?
Teams evaluating software that provides a browser-accessible shell for Google Cloud administration. Evaluate browser terminal and preinstalled cloud tools against the intended deployment, access controls and operating responsibilities.
What should I compare before buying?
Check the tier that contains your essential features, confirm plan limits and compare the total quote with your own expected usage.