Vast.ai
Vast.ai is a marketplace for affordable GPU cloud computing. We make it easy for anyone to:- Spin up GPU instances in seconds at competitive prices.
- Scale across thousands of GPUs from Secure Cloud datacenters or community providers.
- Launch prebuilt or custom templates with one click.
How It Works
Vast.ai connects compute providers — from hobbyists to Tier-4 datacenters — with users who need GPUs. Our search engine lets you filter by GPU type, RAM, CPU, bandwidth, and more, while providers retain full control over pricing and contracts.Get Started
Quickstart Guide
Launch your first GPU instance in minutes with our step-by-step guide
GPU Instances
Overview
Learn about GPU instances, containers, and compute options
Pricing
Understand marketplace pricing and cost optimization strategies
Find & Rent
Search and rent the perfect GPU for your workload
Connect
Access instances via SSH, Jupyter, or web portal
Common Tasks
Templates Guide
Learn about pre-built environments and customization
Data Movement
Transfer files to and from your instances
Reserved Instances
Save up to 50% with long-term commitments
Manage Instances
Start, stop, and monitor your GPU rentals
Mission
Vast.ai’s mission is to align and democratize AI. Machine learning is progressing towards powerful AI systems with the potential to radically reshape our future. We believe it is imperative that this awesome power be distributed widely; that its benefits accrue to the many rather than the few; that its secrets are unlocked for the good of all humanity. Towards these ends we work to ensure that the compute powering AI is supplied by the people and for the people.Talk to Us
- Support Chat → Available 24/7 in the bottom-right corner of our console.
- Email → contact@vast.ai
- Discord → Join our community for help and discussions.
- Documentation → Browse our instances guide, templates documentation, or troubleshooting tips.