GitHub for Startups — 20 Seats Free for 1 Year + 50% Off Year 2
infoAbout this deal
GitHub for Startups provides early-stage funded startups with 20 free seats of GitHub Enterprise for one year, plus 50% off in year two. The program also offers discounts on GitHub Advanced Security (50% off year 1, 25% off year 2) and access to a global startup community of 30,000+ startups across 145+ countries.
inventory_2What's Included
4 itemsValue
Up to $7,560 in credits
Equity
Save $7,560
Provider
GitHub
Type
SaaS & Tools
checklistEligibility
6 items- check_circleReceived outside funding (Pre-Seed to Series B or earlier)
- check_circleNew to GitHub Enterprise/Advanced Security (or not on Enterprise for past 6 months)
- check_circleValid payment method required on file
- check_circleMust use subscription model (not pay-as-you-go)
- check_circleProof of funding required (Crunchbase, news, investor portfolio)
directions_runHow to Apply
10 steps- 1
Sign up for a GitHub Enterprise trial with personal accounts (not managed users)
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Ensure a valid payment method is on file
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If interested in Advanced Security, contact GitHub for Startups team BEFORE applying
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Complete the application form indicating your Startups Partner
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Provide company details, website, role, work email (must match company domain)
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Enter funding stage, total raised, and proof of funding (third-party links)
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Provide link to GitHub Enterprise account (format: github.com/enterprises/SLUG)
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Accept GitHub Customer Agreement and GitHub for Startups Terms
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Submit application — GitHub team reviews within 2–3 business days
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If approved, benefits are applied and you receive a welcome email