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The GitHub Copilot Handbook
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As GitHub Copilot has matured, its subscription options have grown to reflect the needs of everyone from solo hobbyists to global enterprises. As of October 2025, there are five main plans, each designed to serve a specific audience and use case. Understanding these plans at a high level will help you quickly narrow your focus and make sense of the more detailed comparisons to come. You can see https://github-copilot.xebia.ms for an overview, but this chapter will dive into more details.

Figure 3.1: Copilot feature highlights as of October 2025
The Free plan is GitHub Copilot’s entry point, aimed at individuals who want to experiment with AI-powered coding without any financial commitment. This tier is available to verified students, teachers, and maintainers of popular open source projects, as well as anyone curious to try it in a limited capacity. The Free plan offers a solid foundation for getting familiar with...
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