Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is Sched4Cloud?
Sched4Cloud is an intelligent Azure resource scheduling platform that automates the management of your cloud infrastructure. It helps businesses reduce cloud expenses by automatically starting, stopping, and scaling Azure resources based on configured schedules.
How much can I save with Sched4Cloud?
Customers can save up to 70% on Azure cloud costs through intelligent scheduling. The actual savings depend on your resource usage patterns and the extent of schedulable resources in your environment.
Which Azure resources does Sched4Cloud support?
Sched4Cloud currently supports: - Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) - Azure SQL Databases - Azure API Services
Pricing & Billing
How much does Sched4Cloud cost?
Sched4Cloud uses a performance-based pricing model: - Free Trial: 14 days with no credit card required - After Trial: You pay only 10% of your realized savings - No Savings = No Cost: You only pay when the platform saves you money
Is there a free trial?
Yes! Sched4Cloud offers a 14-day free trial with full access to all features and no credit card required.
Do I need a credit card to start the trial?
No, you can start your 14-day free trial without providing credit card information.
Technical Questions
How does Sched4Cloud integrate with Azure?
Sched4Cloud integrates seamlessly with your Azure subscription through secure authentication. It uses Azure APIs to manage your resources according to the schedules you configure.
Is Sched4Cloud secure?
Yes, Sched4Cloud provides enterprise-grade security and compliance features. The platform follows Azure security best practices and uses secure authentication methods.
Will scheduling cause downtime?
Sched4Cloud implements zero-downtime scheduling. However, resources that are stopped (like VMs) will be unavailable until they're started again according to the schedule. Plan your schedules carefully to avoid impacting critical operations.
Can I schedule production resources?
Yes, you can schedule production resources. However, we recommend starting with non-critical resources like development and test environments to become familiar with the platform before expanding to production.
Usage Questions
How do I create a schedule?
After connecting your Azure subscription, you can create schedules through the Sched4Cloud dashboard. Select the resources you want to schedule and define when they should be active or inactive.
Can I override a schedule manually?
Yes, you can manually start or stop resources as needed, even if a schedule is in place. The platform provides flexibility to handle exceptions and urgent requirements.
How do I track my savings?
Sched4Cloud provides real-time monitoring and analytics that show your cost savings. You can view detailed reports on resource utilization and realized savings through the dashboard.
What happens if I cancel?
If you cancel your subscription, your schedules will stop running, but your Azure resources remain unchanged. You can export your configuration and analytics data before canceling.
Support Questions
How do I get support?
For questions or support, please contact us at contact@sched4cloud.com
Is there documentation available?
Yes, this documentation provides information about getting started, configuring schedules, and best practices for optimizing your Azure cloud costs.
Can I request new features?
Absolutely! We welcome feedback and feature requests. Please send your suggestions to contact@sched4cloud.com
Didn't find your answer? Contact us at contact@sched4cloud.com and we'll be happy to help!