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docs: Add RunsOn license acquisition as first setup step
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Expand Up @@ -86,6 +86,12 @@ Before we can get started, here's the minimum information we need from you.

We recommend [Runs On](/layers/github-actions/runs-on/) for self-hosted GitHub runners. It provides zero infrastructure management, simple setup, and cost-effective pricing.

### Purchase a RunsOn License

RunsOn requires a license to operate. We recommend purchasing the **Commercial License** ($300/year) for production deployments. A free 15-day trial is available if you need to evaluate first.

Please [purchase a RunsOn license](/layers/github-actions/runs-on/#-acquire-a-runson-license) and share the license key with Cloud Posse via 1Password.

If you have an existing deployment using a legacy approach, see:
- [Actions Runner Controller (EKS)](/layers/github-actions/tutorials/eks-github-actions-controller/)
- [Philips Labs GitHub Runners](/layers/github-actions/tutorials/philips-labs-github-runners/)
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Expand Up @@ -40,6 +40,7 @@ We evaluated multiple self-hosted runner solutions and recommend RunsOn for most

<KeyPoints title="Quick Start">
<TaskList>
- Acquire a RunsOn license
- Vendor the required components
- Deploy the RunsOn component
- Install the GitHub App
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</Note>

<Steps>
<Step>
## <StepNumber/> Acquire a RunsOn License

RunsOn requires a license key to operate. We recommend the **Commercial License** for production deployments. A free 15-day trial is available if you need to evaluate RunsOn first.

**License Options:**

| License | Cost | Use Case |
|---------|------|----------|
| Demo | Free (15 days) | Evaluation and testing |
| Commercial (recommended) | $300/year | Production deployments |
| Sponsorship | $1,500/year | Source code access + dedicated support |

Non-profit organizations qualify for free non-commercial licenses.

Once you have your license key, add it to your Atmos stack catalog at `stacks/catalog/runs-on/defaults.yaml` in the `LicenseKey` parameter.

<Note title="Working with Cloud Posse?">
Share your RunsOn license key via 1Password and we'll add it to your stack catalog for you.
</Note>

For more details, see the [RunsOn Pricing](https://runs-on.com/pricing/) page.

</Step>

<Step>
## <StepNumber/> Vendor RunsOn Component

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We recommend [Runs On](/layers/github-actions/runs-on/) for self-hosted GitHub runners. It provides zero infrastructure management, simple setup, and cost-effective pricing.

### Purchase a RunsOn License

RunsOn requires a license to operate. We recommend purchasing the **Commercial License** ($300/year) for production deployments. A free 15-day trial is available if you need to evaluate first.

See [Acquire a RunsOn License](/layers/github-actions/runs-on/#-acquire-a-runson-license) for details on licensing options.

If you have an existing deployment using a legacy approach, see:
- [Actions Runner Controller (EKS)](/layers/github-actions/tutorials/eks-github-actions-controller/)
- [Philips Labs GitHub Runners](/layers/github-actions/tutorials/philips-labs-github-runners/)
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