Clerk Pricing (2026)
Full breakdown of Clerk plans, costs, and what you get at each tier. See how it compares to other backend platform tools.
Clerk pricing
Backend PlatformChecked Aug 2026- Pro$25/month
Free option: Free (10K MAU).
Usage limits are approximate. Usage-based: Included MAU allowance; additional active users billed
What it covers
Authentication and user management with drop-in UI components.
- Drop-in authentication UI components
- User management dashboard
- Organizations and role-based access
- MFA and social logins
- MAU-based pricing
Cost projections
| Period | Monthly billing | Annual billing |
|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $25 | $25 |
| 3 months | $75 | $75 |
| 6 months | $150 | $150 |
| 12 months | $300 | $300 |
Compare Backend Platform pricing
| Tool | Monthly | Annual | Free tier | Usage limits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clerk | $25/month | $25/month | Yes | Included MAU allowance; additional active users billed |
| Neon | $19/month | $19/month | Yes | Compute-hour and storage allowance; overage metered |
| Convex | $25/month | $25/month | Yes | Higher database and bandwidth limits with metered overage |
| Firebase | Usage-based | Usage-based | Yes | Pay-as-you-go beyond the free Spark quotas |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Clerk cost?
Clerk Pro costs $25/mo and includes a higher monthly active user allowance, custom domains, and enhanced support. The free plan covers the first 10,000 monthly active users.
Is Clerk free to use?
Yes, Clerk's free plan covers up to 10,000 monthly active users with core authentication, drop-in UI components, and social logins. Pro at $25/mo adds production features like custom domains.
How does Clerk MAU pricing work?
Clerk bills by monthly active users (MAU). The free plan includes 10,000 MAU, and Pro at $25/mo raises the allowance, with additional MAU billed beyond the included amount as your app grows.
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