Why We Need Catalysts

Written by AI, needs human edit Great software requires sustainable development. As catalysts, our paying customers make it possible for us to maintain and improve our tools while keeping them accessible to everyone.

Our commitment to accessibility

We believe quality tools should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer a free tier that includes core features for individuals and small teams. This isn't a temporary trial or limited demo—it's a legitimate offering we intend to maintain indefinitely.

The reality of sustainability

Building and maintaining quality software requires significant ongoing investment. Server costs, development time, support services, and security measures all have real costs. Without sustainable revenue, even the best-intentioned free offerings eventually degrade or disappear.

Why "Catalyst"?

We chose this term carefully. A catalyst enables reactions that wouldn't happen otherwise. Our paying customers are catalysts who make it possible for us to:

Maintain and improve our free tier
Develop new features for everyone
Provide reliable service and support
Stay independent and user-focused

The virtuous cycle

When users become paying customers, they're not just buying features for themselves. They're enabling us to:

Keep core features free for everyone
Maintain high quality across all tiers
Stay focused on user needs rather than investor demands
Build toward our vision of sovereign computing

How you can help

If you believe in our vision and want to support sustainable, user-focused software:

Upgrade to our Team plan if it fits your needs
Share Relay with others who might benefit
Give us feedback to help improve our offerings
Engage with our community

A note on "forever"