Yeah, good question! The reason we went open-source is really about transparency and flexibility. We want people to trust what they’re using and have the option to self-host if that’s what makes the most sense for them. Open-sourcing the browser API also lets us build a better product with input and contributions from the community—it’s a win-win.

As for the infra, it’s not totally free—our managed service is there for anyone who doesn’t want the hassle of hosting and scaling everything themselves (although it does have a generous free plan). Going open-source just gives people the choice: run it yourself if you want full control, or use our managed option for convenience and scale. It’s all about making browser automation more accessible without forcing people into one path.