Welcome to GitHub for Startups!

Apply today to receive startup friendly pricing on GitHub Enterprise, Advanced Security, and the support you need to build, scale, and deliver secure software.

Ready-to-scale developer platform

Our AI-powered developer platform is equipped with the tools and integrations to build, scale, and deliver secure software.

Get up to 20 seats of GitHub Enterprise free for one year and 50% off in year two

Build securely without leaving your flow

Scale confidently with AI-powered application security tools embedded in your development workflow.

Get up to 20 seats of GitHub Advanced Security 50% off in year 1 and 25% off in year two

Community to help you grow

Join and engage with our global startup network of over 30k startups across 145+ countries.

Gain access to exclusive events, resources designed to help you scale and succeed

GitHub for Startups Sign-up Form

Eligibility

Funding Stage: Must have received outside funding (up to Series B or earlier).
New to GitHub Plans & Credits: Must be new to GitHub Enterprise or Advanced Security, or have not been on an Enterprise plan within the past 6 months, including not having received credits for either plan.

Getting Started:

Sign up for a GitHub Enterprise trial with personal accounts and ensure a valid payment method is on file.
Submit your application after setting up your trial.
Our team will review your application within a few business days. If approved, we’ll apply the benefits and send a welcome email. If ineligible, we’ll inform you of the reason.

If you’re interested in accessing GitHub Advanced Security benefits, please contact the GitHub for Startups team before applying to ensure the offer is applied correctly.

If you’ve already set up GitHub Marketplace apps, Copilot for Business, Copilot Enterprise, or previously signed up for an Enterprise trial, please contact the GitHub for Startups team for a seamless onboarding process without interrupting your current plan.

Important things to know:

Subscription Model: We do not support the pay-as-you-go billing model. By applying, you agree to switch to a subscription-based pricing model for the duration of your participation in the GitHub for Startups program.
Metered Add-ons: Metered product add-ons (like Copilot, larger runners, Codespaces, etc.) are not included in the program, and will be charged at standard rates.
Managed Users: Enterprise Accounts with managed users are not supported.

For any questions, please contact the GitHub for Startups team.

Company

First name

Last name

Work Email Address

Role in Company

Company websitePlease make sure this matches the company email you are applying with.

Company overviewIn a few sentences, please share a bit more about your company.

Industry

Proof of FundingProvide links from credible sources such as third-party news, startup investment platforms (e.g. Crunchbase), or investor portfolio pages or blog posts. Self-published content will not be accepted. If you are a stealth startup, please apply through your approved GitHub for Startups partner page: https://github.com/enterprise/startups/partners. If you are a stealth startup, please apply through your approved GitHub for Startups partner page: https://github.com/enterprise/startups/partners

Account Information - You won't be billed for this offer. This will be used for any paid add-ons or upgrades you choose to add (beyond the original offer) during your time in or after the program.

Latest Funding Round

Total funding raised

GitHub Enterprise SlugPlease provide your startup’s GitHub Enterprise account in the format github.com/enterprise/SLUG. You can sign up for an Enterprise trial here. Ensure you sign up using personal accounts. Applications with invalid, organization, or managed user accounts will be rejected. For more details on account types: https://docs.github.com/get-started/learning-about-github/types-of-github-accounts

Enterprise Owner EmailPlease use an email with your company domain. Personal emails or emails that do not match the GitHub Account owner will be rejected. If you need to update your primary email address, please follow these instructions here before submitting your application: https://docs.github.com/[email protected]/account-and-profile/setting-up-and-managing-your-personal-account-on-github/managing-email-preferences/changing-your-primary-email-address

I hereby accept the GitHub Customer Agreement on behalf of my organization and confirm that I have the authority to do so. For more information about GitHub's privacy practices, see the GitHub Privacy Statement. https://github.com/customer-terms

I agree to the GitHub for Startups Terms and Conditionshttps://github.com/enterprise/startups#faq

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