Migration
Migration to Posit Connect Cloud
shinyapps.io was created more than 10 years ago as a simple solution to deploy and share Shiny applications.
Posit Connect Cloud, which launched in 2024, is designed as Posit’s next-generation publishing platform with more capabilities and better security.
At the end of 2026, we expect to migrate all shinyapps.io users to Connect Cloud. This page of frequently asked questions will be updated throughout the year. You can expect a full description of the migration process by July 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are shinyapps.io users being migrated to Connect Cloud?
Connect Cloud provides users with a more modern, more secure, and significantly more feature-rich environment than shinyapps.io.
We are focusing all our development efforts on Connect Cloud, which represents the future of Posit-hosted publishing. This migration ensures you have access to the best tools, performance, and security features available for cloud deployments.
When will my shinyapps.io account be migrated to Connect Cloud?
The last day of service for shinyapps.io is expected to be December 31, 2026. Stay tuned for potential earlier migration options.
What do I need to do to prepare for the migration?
Nothing. If you are satisfied with your service on shinyapps.io, you can continue to use it as is through the end of 2026, at which point we aim to make the account transition to Connect Cloud as automatic as possible.
The only immediate platform change is that beginning on January 1, 2026, new annual subscriptions will no longer be available for purchase via the website.
Will existing shinyapps.io URLs for my content continue to work after the migration?
Yes, they will. We understand that updating existing shared links is a significant concern. A redirect service will be in place to ensure that your existing shinyapps.io URLs automatically direct users to your content’s new location on Connect Cloud following the migration.
Can I opt-out of the migration?
No. However, if you do not want to use Connect Cloud after the migration, you will be able to delete your account.
Will my existing Shiny application code need to be modified to run on Connect Cloud?
Any applications successfully deployed to shinyapps.io should work on Connect Cloud without code modification.
Will a free plan continue to be available on Connect Cloud?
Yes. A free plan with public sharing is already available on Connect Cloud. It offers more compute power and features than the existing free plan on shinyapps.io.
Will the price of paid plans be the same on Connect Cloud?
We are still finalizing decisions on plans and pricing and will share details on how existing shinyapps.io plans will map to new Connect Cloud plans by July 2026.
What are the key advantages of publishing data applications and documents on Connect Cloud?
Connect Cloud already offers several advantages for individuals and teams compared with shinyapps.io.
General
| Feature | Connect Cloud | shinyapps.io |
|---|---|---|
| GitHub Integration | ✅ | ❌ |
| Secret Variable Management | ✅ | ❌ |
| Max Compute | 16GB RAM and 4 CPU | 8GB RAM and 2 CPU |
| Scheduling | ✅ | ❌ |
| Logs for Current and Historic Revisions | ✅ | ❌ |
| Custom Domains with SSL | Yes (Q1 ’26) | No (HTTP only) |
Supported Frameworks
| Framework | Connect Cloud | shinyapps.io |
|---|---|---|
| Shiny | ✅ | ✅ |
| Streamlit | ✅ | ❌ |
| Dash | ✅ | ❌ |
| Bokeh | ✅ | ❌ |
| Quarto | ✅ | ❌ |
| R Markdown | ✅ | ❌ |
| Jupyter Notebooks | ✅ | ❌ |
Organization Collaboration
| Feature | Connect Cloud | shinyapps.io |
|---|---|---|
| SSO | ✅ | ❌ |
| Role Based Access Controls | ✅ | ❌ |
Please see the Connect Cloud plans and documentation pages for more information about what is available on each plan.
Additional Questions
Please contact connectcloud@posit.co.