TL;DR: Akash Console now accepts credit cards via Stripe, removing the requirement for a crypto wallet. New users get $10 in free trial credits — making permissionless GPU cloud compute accessible to any developer or enterprise without blockchain knowledge.
It’s now easier than ever to deploy on the Akash Supercloud. Akash Console now accepts credit cards to pay for compute resources on the network. This is a significant step in making permissionless cloud compute accessible to everyone. Until now, using Akash was accessible only with AKT or USDC, requiring a non-custodial wallet for storing and transacting on-chain. While crypto-native users are comfortable with this system, many developers and teams need more familiar payment options. Starting today, users can easily pay for Akash deployments with a credit card.
Making Permissionless Compute Simple
The new payment system is built right into Akash Console with a Stripe integration. Users can instantly add funds to their accounts, manage active deployments, and monitor spending — all through a familiar console interface. This allows users to choose what works best: credit card payments or managing funds with a non-custodial wallet. Whether it’s an enterprise that needs standard payment methods for compliance, a developer just starting with permissionless compute, or a team moving to decentralized infrastructure — Akash Console now supports their preferred payment method.
Bringing the Akash Supercloud to Everyone
Adding credit card payments is about more than convenience. It’s about making decentralized cloud compute practical for mainstream adoption. By combining the permissionless nature of blockchain with familiar payment tools, Akash is creating a cloud platform that brings compute to market in a truly decentralized manner, with easy-to-use applications that work for everyone. This development breaks down yet another barrier between traditional and permissionless infrastructure, marking a crucial step toward widespread adoption.
As part of the new payment system, new Akash Console users can now explore the Supercloud’s capabilities without the need to add any payment method with a new Free Trial tier. The Free Trial provides $10 in credit to deploy an application and test the full capabilities of the network. This hands-on experience lets developers validate Akash’s performance and cost advantages before committing to adding funds to their accounts. Then, once users are ready to add funds to their deployment, simply pay by credit card, and the additional funds will be available immediately in the account balance.
Getting Started
To get started with a new deployment on the Akash Supercloud:
- Navigate to Akash Console.
- Click “Start Trial,” giving you $10 in credit to get started.
- To add funds, hover over your account balance and click “Add Funds.”
- Complete the payment through the Stripe portal.
- Your additional funds will be immediately available in your account.
- You’re ready to deploy on the Akash Supercloud!
For technical support or any questions about the new payment system, please head over to the Akash Discord, where technical members of the Akash community are available around the clock and ready to assist.
Ready to get started? Sign up in Akash Console and experience the easiest way to access permissionless compute on the Akash Supercloud.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a credit card to deploy on Akash? Yes — Akash Console now accepts credit cards via Stripe. Add funds instantly, track spending, and deploy without managing AKT tokens or a non-custodial wallet.
Do I still need a crypto wallet to use Akash? No longer required. Credit card users can deploy, manage, and pay for workloads entirely through the Akash Console without any blockchain or wallet knowledge.
Is there a free trial for new Akash Console users? Yes — new users get $10 in credits to deploy an application and test the full capabilities of the Akash Supercloud, with no payment method required to start.
How do I add funds with a credit card on Akash Console? Hover over your account balance in Akash Console, click ‘Add Funds,’ complete payment through the Stripe portal — funds are available in your account immediately.
Can I still pay with AKT or USDC? Yes — non-custodial wallet payments with AKT and USDC remain fully supported. Credit cards are an additional option, not a replacement.
Is credit card payment available for enterprise teams? Yes — credit card payments support enterprise compliance requirements for standard payment methods, making it easier for teams to integrate Akash into existing procurement workflows.
How does credit card payment work under the hood? The Stripe integration handles the payment layer while Akash manages on-chain transactions transparently — users get a familiar payment experience without losing the permissionless nature of the network.
