Welcome to the Cost Explorer guide! This section provides you with a comprehensive overview of our Cost Explorer service, helping you understand how to effectively manage and optimize your costs.

Overview

The Cost Explorer is a powerful tool designed to help you track and analyze your spending across various AWS services. By providing detailed insights into your cost data, it enables you to make informed decisions and optimize your resource usage.

Key Features

  • Cost Tracking: Monitor your spending across all AWS services in one place.
  • Customizable Reports: Generate reports based on your specific requirements.
  • Budgeting: Set spending limits and receive alerts when you exceed them.
  • Anomaly Detection: Identify unusual spending patterns and take corrective actions.

Getting Started

To get started with Cost Explorer, follow these simple steps:

  1. Sign in to the AWS Management Console.
  2. Navigate to the Cost Explorer service.
  3. Choose the appropriate account and time frame for analysis.
  4. Explore the available metrics and charts to understand your spending patterns.

Useful Resources

For more information and tips on optimizing your AWS costs, check out our Cost Optimization Best Practices.

Cost Explorer Dashboard