Free vs. paid features: what's included
A comparison of free and paid InstantMarkets features — what's included at each level and how to upgrade.
Free vs. paid features: what's included
InstantMarkets offers both a free tier and paid plans. Here's what's available at each level.
Free plan
The free plan lets you explore the platform with no commitment:
- Basic keyword search — run searches across the full opportunity database
- View opportunity listings — see titles, agencies, due dates, and descriptions
- Limited results per search — free accounts see a capped number of results per query
- No saved searches — searches are not persisted between sessions
- No alerts — email notifications for new opportunities require a paid plan
The free plan is a good way to verify that InstantMarkets covers the types of opportunities you're looking for before upgrading.
Paid plans
Paid plans unlock the full platform:
Feature | Free | Paid |
|---|---|---|
Keyword search | ✅ | ✅ |
View opportunity listings | ✅ | ✅ |
Full search results | ❌ | ✅ |
Advanced filters (agency, NAICS, type, region) | ❌ | ✅ |
Saved searches | ❌ | ✅ |
Email alerts | ❌ | ✅ |
Access to historical data & awards | ❌ | ✅ |
Attachment & document downloads | ❌ | ✅ |
Agency and competitor tracking | ❌ | ✅ |
How to upgrade
- Click your account menu (top-right) and select Subscription & Billing.
- Choose a plan and click Upgrade.
- Enter your payment details and confirm.
Your paid features activate immediately after payment.
Cancellation and refunds
You can cancel your subscription at any time from the Subscription & Billing page. Your access continues until the end of your current billing period. See Managing your subscription for details.
Next step: Your first search: finding opportunities that fit you
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