Optimizing your AWS costs can be a complex task, but with AWS Cost Explorer, it becomes much easier. This tool provides insights into your spending, helping you identify areas for cost savings.

Key Features

  • Cost Anomaly Detection: Identify unexpected cost increases.
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Set budgets and receive alerts when spending exceeds your limits.
  • Custom Reports: Generate reports tailored to your specific needs.

How to Get Started

  1. Access AWS Cost Explorer
  2. Navigate to the "Optimization" tab.
  3. Explore the available insights and reports.

Cost Explorer Dashboard

Best Practices

  • Regularly review your spending to stay informed.
  • Use tags to categorize your resources and track costs more effectively.
  • Take advantage of AWS's pricing models to optimize your costs.

For more information on AWS Cost Explorer, visit our detailed guide.

AWS Cost Explorer Guide