Getting started with Strapi Cloud templates

Last updated: May 28, 2025

Strapi Cloud templates help you evaluate Strapi Cloud without creating a local project first. This option is particularly useful for non-technical users who want to see Strapi Cloud in action before dedicating developer resources.

Important

You'll need a valid GitHub account to store the template repository.

Follow these steps to use a template:

  1. Navigate to cloud.strapi.io and sign in using your preferred authentication method

  2. Click Create Project and select a plan

    • New users can start with a Free plan

  3. Look for the "Connect a repository" section below the plans and click Use Template

  4. Select your connected GitHub account in the popup modal

  5. Choose your template

    • Currently, we offer a blog template, with more options planned for the future

  6. Wait for the template repository to be created in your GitHub account

    • Note: The repository will have a randomized name

Create repo with template modal

After completing these steps:

  1. Continue through the onboarding flow

  2. Click Create Project to deploy to Strapi Cloud

  3. Wait for deployment to complete

Once deployed, you'll have a working Strapi Cloud project ready for evaluation and use.

For detailed instructions about project creation, templates, and advanced configurations, visit our Strapi Cloud documentation.