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GitHub Copilot
In-editor coding assistant with an agent that can handle issues.
- Publisher
- GitHub
- Pricing
- Freemium
- Category
- Code & development
- Country of origin
- United States
- Official website
- github.com/features/copilot
Features
GitHub Copilot offers a free plan and paid plans.
Visit GitHub CopilotUpdated on October 31, 2026
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Frequently asked questions
What is GitHub Copilot?
GitHub Copilot (GitHub) : In-editor coding assistant with an agent that can handle issues.
Is GitHub Copilot free?
GitHub Copilot offers a free plan and paid plans.
What are the alternatives to GitHub Copilot?
Cursor, Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, Windsurf, Replit, Kiro.