> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.wsapi.chat/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Free Trial

> Get started with WSAPI for free — no credit card required

WSAPI Cloud offers a free trial so you can explore the platform and test your integration before committing to a paid plan.

## What's included

Every new account receives a fully functional trial that includes:

* **1 WhatsApp instance** — connect one phone number
* **Full API access** — all endpoints available, no feature restrictions
* **Webhook & SSE support** — receive events in real time
* **SDK compatibility** — use any of our official SDKs

<Note>
  The free trial gives you access to the complete WSAPI feature set. The only limitation is the number of instances.
</Note>

## Getting started with your trial

<Steps>
  <Step title="Create your account">
    Visit [wsapi.chat](https://wsapi.chat) and either Sign Up or click New Trial. After registering, your trial instance will be provisioned automatically.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Access your dashboard">
    Navigate to the dashboard to find your instance, API key configuration and other settings.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Pair your instance">
    Connect your WhatsApp account by scanning the QR code or using the alphanumeric pairing code. See [Pairing Your Instance](/basics/pairing-instance) for step-by-step instructions.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Start building">
    Use the [Quickstart guide](/getting-started/quickstart) to send your first message, or explore the [API Reference](/api-reference/overview) for the full list of operations.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Upgrading your plan

After the trial period, complete the billing information in subscription settings at [wsapi.chat/app/subscriptions](https://wsapi.chat/app/subscriptions). Your existing instance and configuration carry over seamlessly. If you want more instances, just purchase additional ones with the New button or at [wsapi.chat/pricing](https://wsapi.chat/pricing)