I am reaching out to obtain some clarity about subscription plans for an expanded set-up that I am envisioning and would appreciate your guidance. Currently, as a homelabber, I am managing a mix of VPS, NAS, router, and other devices totaling more than five instances. With no commercial usage, I am leaning towards subscribing to the Homelab plan.
Here’s the scenario that prompts my questions: Suppose at some point I develop a paid application. I intend to continue using Netdata to monitor my system. In this case, would it be possible for me to maintain a Homelab subscription for my personal devices while also having a separate Business subscription for the paid app? Or am I required to upgrade all devices to the Business subscription?
To be specific, let’s assume I have five nodes currently with a Homelab subscription, and I add a separate, sixth node strictly for the commercial activity to avoid confusion (this would be a new server dedicated to running commercial service). With a mixed subscription approach (Homelab + Business), I anticipate the costs to be around 90 + 312 = 126 USD. In contrast, upgrading all to Business subscriptions would result in 312*6 = 216 USD, which is significantly higher.
In light of this, is there a more cost-effective solution? For instance, would it be feasible to register a second account, using one for Homelab and the other for Business purposes?
Furthermore, I have another query about the nature of my activities. If my website or app is entirely free with no revenue (no fees for usage, no subscriptions, no linked payment information), and I’m the sole developer and operator (not an organization), is a Business subscription required in this case?
Another question, what if the free website or app displays ads – would that be considered a commercial activity necessitating a Business subscription?
Thank you for your assistance. I look forward to your valuable insights on the best possible approach for my situation.
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