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The Planet Insights Platform trial enables you to test features and datasets on the platform.

Signing Up for the Trial​

You can get started with the Planet Insights Platform trial from the sign up page. Fill out the form and complete your sign up with your email verification. No payment details are required to start a trial.

Data Available to Trial Accounts​

In the trial, you have access to the following datasets:

  • Sample data to test with through Planet Sandbox Data
  • Public data from Sentinel and Landsat constellations
  • Bring your own Zarr or COG data from AWS S3 buckets

Planet Sandbox Data allows for you to test data in predefined locations around the world. If you need to trial data over specific locations, we recommend purchasing a small amount of data or contacting our sales team.

Using Compute​

Compute on the platform is measured through processing units. In the trial, you have 30,000 processing units to test and experiment with features. You can use these processing units to visualize imagery in a browser application, build a web application to test APIs, or experiment with an analysis workflow in a Jupyter Notebook.

The following APIs and features are supported for trial accounts:

In order to interact with the APIs, create a set of OAuth credentials. You are allowed to create one pair of credentials during the trial. You can find instructions on creating your credentials in the authentication section of the documentation.

What's Not Included​

There are several products and features that are not included in a Planet Insights Platform trial account.

  • Trial accounts do not have access to order new imagery from the Planet constellations and data layers. For example, you cannot order PlanetScope imagery over your own areas of interest. Use the sample data provided through Planet Sandbox Data.
  • Trial accounts do not have the ability to task new images from any constellation. While Planet does not offer a trial for SkySat tasking, you are able to pay to task single captures on your own through Single Order Tasking.
  • Trial accounts do have access to the Batch Processing API, Batch Statistical API, or Async Processing API. If you have a use case that requires validating these tools that are part of enterprise plans, please contact our sales team.

Getting Started with Trial Accounts​

To help you get started with the trial, there is a set of resources to help you learn about the platform and how to use it.

After the 30-Day Trial​

The trial lasts for 30 days. After 30 days, you will still be able to login, but you won't be able to use the services.

You will still be able to access the account application to view pricing and make purchases.

If you do not want to continue with after the trial is complete, you can simply allow it to expire. The trial does not require payment details, so you will not be automatically charged.

Finding Assistance​

If you need help or have questions about your trial, post your question to Planet Community.

If you need assistance with making a purchase, please contact our sales team.

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