Set up Sandbox Studio in 3 steps
Deploy the app in your AWS environment, subscribe via AWS Marketplace, then activate with a product key. You’ll be ready to create and manage AWS sandbox accounts in minutes.
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Step 1 — Install
Deploy Sandbox Studio into your AWS environment using the wizard or CloudFormation.
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Step 2 — Subscribe
Subscribe via AWS Marketplace. Start with a 90‑day free trial for up to 3 sandbox accounts.
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Step 3 — Activate
Enter your product key in the Sandbox Studio application to activate your subscription.
Activation steps
Step 1: Install Sandbox Studio
Deploy Sandbox Studio into your AWS environment using one of the following options:
Recommended: Installation Wizard
Use the automated script from our docs. It checks your environment, applies prerequisites, and guides you through deployment step‑by‑step.
How to run the Installation WizardManual Deployment
Follow the CloudFormation stack instructions in the Installation Guide for full control over each resource and configuration.
Manual installation guideWho should install? IT admins, cloud architects, or DevOps engineers.
Check prerequisites, supported regions, and security notes in the Installation Guide.
Tip: Review prerequisites and IAM permissions before running the wizard to ensure a smooth deployment.
Step 2: Subscribe via AWS Marketplace
Once installed, subscribe to Sandbox Studio via AWS Marketplace and start with a free trial.
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Manage up to 3 AWS sandbox accounts during the trial.
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The trial is free for 90 days, then move to a paid plan.
To start your free trial:
- 1 Go to the Sandbox Studio page on AWS Marketplace
- 2 Start your free trial by clicking Subscribe
- 3 Once your subscription is activated, click Set up your account
- 4 Enter your email address and submit the form.
- 5 You will receive a product key via email.
Step 3: Activate Your Subscription
- 1 Log in to the Sandbox Studio web application.
- 2 Navigate to Settings → Subscriptions.
- 3 Enter your product key and select Submit.
- 4 Your status will change from Unregistered to Active.
Once active, you can add up to 3 free sandbox accounts during the trial.
Didn’t receive a product key?
Check your spam folder or resend from the Subscription page using your registered email address.
You can explore the interface without a product key, but onboarding AWS accounts is disabled until activation.