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Edge Security Acceleration:Get a free Alibaba Cloud ESA plan

Last Updated:Jan 30, 2026

You can use the ESA Entrance plan and unlock acceleration for the Chinese mainland by posting. You can also post every week to receive multiple Pro plans.

Use the Entrance plan for free and make a post to unlock acceleration for the Chinese mainland

  1. Access: The ESA Entrance plan is free long-term. It offers unlimited traffic and speed with no redemption code or task required. Simply register an Alibaba Cloud International Website account to use it. You can go to the ESA console at any time to add your site and select the Entrance plan. By default, Chinese mainland acceleration is not included.image

  2. Post to unlock Chinese mainland acceleration: Publish a post with text and images that recommends Alibaba Cloud ESA Pages on any social media platform or blog, such as Linux.do, V2EX.com, X.com, Juejin, Zhihu, Xiaohongshu (post example), Bilibili, your personal blog, facebook.com, or youtube.com. Your post must meet the following requirements:

    1. Share your experience using ESA Pages, such as project showcases, product comparisons, deployment guides, or creative demonstrations. The post must be at least 30 words long.

    2. Add the following tags at the end of your post: #AlibabaCloudESA #ESAPages #FrontendDevelopment

    3. Include at least one official image. We recommend also adding a screenshot from your own use to help your post get more exposure.

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    After posting, provide your post link and your Alibaba Cloud account ID, and join one of our community groups to claim the reward for unlocking Chinese mainland acceleration. The reward will be distributed within two business days.

    Join our WeChat group

    Join the group and send a private message to the Reward Assistant to claim your reward.

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    Join our Discord server

    Join the ESA Discord community, go to the esa-cdn-chat channel, and send a private message to the ESA Specialist to claim your reward.

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Make a post unlimited times to obtain the Pro version

Starting July 7, 2025, all users can participate in the Post to Get ESA event. You only need to post as required to receive a voucher equivalent to a one-month Pro plan every week (the voucher can also be used to offset excess traffic fees). Posts with high readership have a chance to win the Premium plan. The event steps are as follows:

Note

You must complete identity verification before you can participate in this event. Special channel partner accounts cannot currently participate in this event.

  1. Publish a post with text and images that recommends Alibaba Cloud ESA Pages on any social media platform or blog, such as Linux.do, V2EX.com, X.com, Juejin, Zhihu, Xiaohongshu (post example), Bilibili, your personal blog, facebook.com, or youtube.com. Your post must meet the following requirements:

    1. Share your real experience using ESA Pages, such as project showcases, product comparisons, deployment guides, or creative demonstrations. The post must be at least 30 words long.

    2. Add the following tags at the end of your post: #AlibabaCloudESA #ESAPages #FrontendDevelopment

    3. Include at least one official image. We recommend also adding a screenshot from your own use to help your post get more exposure.

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  2. Then join the group chat and provide your post link and Alibaba Cloud account ID to receive a one-month Pro plan. (The reward is distributed within two business days.)

    Join our WeChat group

    Join the group and send a private message to the Reward Assistant to claim your reward.

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    Join our Discord server

    Join the ESA Discord community, go to the esa-cdn-chat channel, and send a private message to the ESA Specialist to claim your reward.

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    If your post stays online for 1 week, you can post again to receive a coupon for a 1-month Pro plan. You can repeat this process to post and receive a coupon each week. The team will also select some posts with over 10,000 views and give away coupons for a 1-month Premium plan.

FAQ

How do I use the Entrance plan after unlocking Chinese mainland acceleration?

  1. When adding a site: When you add a site, select the Global acceleration region and choose the Entrance plan.image

  2. For an existing site: In the console, go to Websites. In the Website column, click the target site. On the right side of the Overview page, switch the acceleration region of the site to Global.image

After purchasing the Pro or Premium plan, can the remaining coupon value be used to cover other fees?

Yes. The remaining balance can be used to cover traffic fees that exceed your plan's quota. It can also be used to purchase new plans or upgrade existing ones.

How do I find my Alibaba Cloud account ID?

In the Alibaba Cloud Management Console, click your profile picture in the upper-right corner to find your account ID.image

How many times can each account claim the Pro plan?

There is no limit. However, when you apply, we link your social media account to your Alibaba Cloud account. Each social media account can claim the reward only once per week.

Besides making a post for the Pro plan, what are the other ways to get it?

You can join ESA's Discord community, where redemption codes or vouchers will be distributed through various activities.

After my Pro or Premium plan expires, can I downgrade to the free Entrance version?

The feature to migrate a site from the Pro or Premium plans to the Entrance plan is coming soon. Currently, you can continue to obtain the Pro plan by posting weekly.

How to increase your chances of getting the Premium plan?

We recommend that you post more valuable content on social media, such as product reviews and usage tips. Posts with more likes and comments are more likely to be rewarded with a Premium plan.

When does the promotion to obtain the Pro and Premium plans by completing tasks end?

The ESA team will determine the end date based on user participation. The end date will be announced in this document in advance.

Can I delete my post immediately after unlocking Chinese mainland acceleration?

We encourage honest participation. To avoid having your Chinese mainland acceleration access revoked, we recommend that you keep the post online.

How to tell if an account is a special channel partner account?

Go to the Account Center. In the navigation pane on the left, click Security Settings and check if there is a Distribution Relationship section. If this section exists, your account is managed by a channel partner.

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Xiaohongshu post example

When you publish a post recommending Alibaba Cloud ESA on Xiaohongshu, it must include the following:

  • Share your real experience using ESA Pages, such as project showcases, product comparisons, deployment guides, or creative demonstrations. The post must be at least 30 words long.

  • Add the following tags at the end of your post: #AlibabaCloudESA #ESAPages #FrontendDevelopment

  • Include at least one official event image.

    Note

    Avoid using terms that may violate platform policies, such as free membership, get coupon, best, number one, top-tier, or absolute, as Xiaohongshu may reject your post. You can use a compliance checker website like Lingke Word Checker to check for problematic words.

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What is the validity period for the coupons?

Coupons are valid for 365 days. Exception: Coupons issued on July 7, 2025 are valid for only two weeks. Please note that expired coupons cannot be used. An expired coupon is still considered claimed for the week it was issued.