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Can't select individual account type in GCP


I tried to start a free trial on GCP. But when I was entering credentials I accidentally closed the page. When I came back there is no option to make account as an individual anymore, only as a business. And I also still can't use anything like Compute Engine.

Can't use Compute Engine to sign up:

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I tried starting a free trial in browser's private window. It didn't help. All ad-blocks are turned off


Solution

  • You have to be eligible for GCP free trial - in which case there are a few conditions:

    You've never been a paying customer of Google Cloud, Google Maps Platform, or Firebase. You haven't previously signed up for the Free Trial.

    Seeing your case it looks like Google "thinks" you already signed up. Open up an incognito window (or clear the cookies for google site) and try again:

    If you're unable to change account type try in another browser or on another computer.

    If you're still stuck with the business account type you can report this issue on Google's IssueTracker and wait for help - however this may take some time depending on the issue.