# Scoutflo Sandbox

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<summary><strong>1. What is Scoutflo Sandbox?</strong></summary>

**Answer:** Scoutflo Sandbox is an integral component of Scoutflo Atlas, our dedicated marketplace for Commercial Open-Source Software (COSS). This feature grants users access to fully operational instances of COSS products, all hosted within the Scoutflo cloud environment. Its primary function is to serve as a testing and development environment, enabling users to scrutinize and assess COSS products in-depth, all without the complexities of deploying them into production.

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<summary><strong>2. Is Scoutflo Sandbox Free to Use?</strong></summary>

**Answer:** Absolutely, Scoutflo Sandbox comes at no cost and is accessible to all registered users of Scoutflo Atlas. This frictionless access empowers users to effortlessly delve into COSS product evaluation and testing, eliminating any financial barriers that might hinder their exploration of these valuable solutions. It's a seamless and cost-effective way for users to determine the compatibility of COSS products with their unique requirements.

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<summary><strong>3. What Can I Do in Scoutflo Sandbox?</strong></summary>

**Answer:** Scoutflo Sandbox provides you with a versatile environment to interact with COSS products. Here, you can conduct in-depth testing, evaluate various features, and assess the product's compatibility with your requirements. It allows for comprehensive exploration, empowering you to make informed decisions about whether a particular COSS product aligns with your goals and needs.

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<summary><strong>3. Is Scoutflo Sandbox Suitable for Production Use?</strong></summary>

Scoutflo Sandbox is designed explicitly for non-production purposes. It is a testing and evaluation platform offering a simulated COSS product experience. All data used within the sandbox is dummy data and is strictly intended for testing purposes only. It is the perfect choice for gaining insight into a product's functionality and capabilities. We highly recommend using Scoutflo Deploy for production-ready environments, which ensures a reliable and robust deployment process for COSS products in real-world scenarios.

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<summary>4<strong>. Data Persistence in Scoutflo Sandbox</strong></summary>

**Answer:** Scoutflo Sandbox does not provide data persistence. It functions as a transient environment for testing and experimentation, exclusively employing dummy datasets. Any alterations or creations within the sandbox environment are ephemeral and won't be retained. If you require a stable and persistent environment to safeguard your data, we recommend the utilization of Scoutflo Deploy for deploying the COSS product. This ensures data persistence and reliability in a production-ready setting.

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