Getting Started: Using RStudio Cloud

The Goal

This page will help you get started using RStudio on RStudio Cloud.

  • The advantages? Using RStudio Cloud means you do not have to install anything on your computer.
  • The disadvantages? There is a time limit (25 hours) for how long you can use RStudio Cloud for free. After that, there is a small fee. If you want an entirely free option, go here to explore installing RStudio on your computer instead.

Getting Started

Step 1

Navigate to RStudioCloud and choose “Get Started for Free”.

Step 2

Scroll down to the bottom of the page and choose “Sign Up”.

Step 3

After you go through the sign up process, RStudio Cloud should launch! This will likely take 30 - 90 seconds, so be patient!

Step 4

Look at the upper right hand corner and choose “New Project”. Click on “New RStudio Project”. This will likely take 30 - 90 seconds, so be patient!