FAQ

Is Trigger.dev open source?

Yes. Trigger.dev states that it is open source under the Apache 2.0 license.

Can I self-host Trigger.dev?

Yes. The public self-hosting guide covers Docker Compose, Kubernetes, security, and operational responsibilities.

How long can a task run?

Trigger.dev describes tasks as long-running and without timeouts. You can also set a task-level maxDuration when you want a limit.

Does Trigger.dev support AI agents?

Yes. The public product and docs describe durable AI agents, retries, human-in-the-loop workflows, and streaming through Realtime.

Does it support Python?

Yes. The public site documents running Python scripts from TypeScript tasks with the Python build extension.

Does Realtime use polling?

No. The Realtime overview describes run updates and streams without polling.

What are the current Cloud prices?

The public pricing page lists Free at $0/month, Hobby at $10/month, Pro at $50/month, and Enterprise as custom. Pricing and included credits can change; verify them on Trigger.dev pricing.

Where should I look for the complete reference?

Start with the upstream Trigger.dev docs, then use this demo's API preview for the shorter path.

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