Switch an ApsaraMQ for Kafka instance from pay-as-you-go to subscription billing to reduce costs with a fixed-term commitment. This billing method is suitable for long-term, stable usage scenarios and helps you predict costs and avoid unexpected expenses. The billing method change does not affect the instance status, and no client code changes are required.
Service impact
No service interruption. The instance restarts during the switch, but the service remains available.
The instance ID and endpoint do not change.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure that you have:
An ApsaraMQ for Kafka instance in the Running or Not Deployed state. For setup instructions, see Step 2: Purchase and deploy an instance
Switch the billing method
Log on to the ApsaraMQ for Kafka console.
In the Resource Distribution section of the Overview page, select the region where the instance resides.
On the Instances page, click the name of the target instance.
On the Instance Details page, click Change to Subscription in the upper-right corner of the Overview section.
Set the Duration, select Terms of Service, and then click Buy Now.
In the Unpaid Orders panel, confirm the order details and click Purchase.
Verify the billing method
On the Instance Details page, check the Configuration Information section. The Billing Method value should now display Subscription.