Introducing Cloud Tokens for Simpler Cloud Resource Management
If you’ve ever struggled with estimating your cloud resource needs ahead of time or found yourself stuck waiting for support tickets to process simple requests, we’ve got good news. Mendix is making cloud resource management easier, more flexible, and entirely self-service.
With the introduction of Cloud Tokens, we’re simplifying the way customers purchase and manage their cloud resources—no more guessing what you’ll need in advance. Instead, you’ll have a flexible, online system that works more like a bank account, where you can deposit tokens and spend them however you need.
And that’s just the beginning! We’re also rolling out Cloud Self-Service, which gives you immediate visibility into your cloud usage and lets you make changes on the fly— helping you better manage your application landscape in real time
Let’s dive into what this means for you
What are Cloud Tokens?
Cloud Tokens are a new way to purchase and allocate cloud resources in Mendix. Instead of selecting fixed resource packs upfront, you’ll now buy a set number of tokens that you can use however you need.
Here’s how it works:
- Buy tokens upfront – Just like adding money to a prepaid card.
- Spend them on cloud resources – Provision environments, resize containers, or add new services.
- Reallocate them as needed – If your needs change, you can shift tokens between resources instead of being locked into a rigid plan.
This means more flexibility, less waste, and better overall governance.
The power of Cloud Self-Service
Along with Cloud Tokens, we’re introducing Cloud Self-Service, a major upgrade that puts control in your hands. Think of it like online banking for your Mendix Cloud resources.
With Cloud Self-Service, you can:
- Track your usage – See how many tokens you have left and where they’ve been used.
- Make instant changes – Need a new environment? Just Provision it yourself in seconds.
- Eliminate support tickets – No more waiting for simple requests
Before this update, a common customer pain point was the time it took to request new environments. Previously, you had to submit a ticket and wait up to two days for it to be processed. Now? You can do it yourself in just a few clicks.
What this means for you
These changes are designed to give you more control and streamline your Mendix Cloud experience. Here’s why this shift matters:
- More flexibility – No need to predict cloud usage years in advance.
- Real-time visibility – Easily track and manage resources without extra paperwork.
- Faster execution – Spin up new environments instantly.
- Cost efficiency – Use only what you need and adjust as you go.
Right now, Cloud Tokens and Cloud Self-Service are already available to customers on the Mendix Platform. If you’re still on an older pricing plan, your Customer Success Manager can help you transition to take advantage of these updates. And we’re not stopping here! Keep an eye out for more developments in the future.
Ready to get started?
If you’re already on the new Mendix pricing model, you can start using Cloud Tokens and Cloud Self-Service right now! Just log into the Control Center and check out your available tokens on the Entitlements Dashboard.
Got questions? We’re here to help. Reach out to your Mendix contact or check out our documentation for more details. This is just the beginning of making Mendix Cloud more efficient, transparent, and user-friendly—and we can’t wait for you to experience it!