Program overview

GitLab offers a comprehensive suite of tools for software development and collaboration, focusing on continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), source code management, and DevOps. The GitLab Startup Program supports startups in leveraging these tools to accelerate their growth. The program includes two main offerings: GitLab Seed Stage Startup Program and GitLab Early Stage Startup Program, each designed to meet the needs of startups at different stages of their lifecycle.

Eligibility

To qualify for GitLab's Startup Program, your company must meet the following criteria:

• Seed Stage Startup Program

  • Pre-seed or seed stage; up to $5 million in funding

  • Funding must have been raised externally

  • New customers only

• Early Stage Startup Program

  • Currently series A or Series B; up to $20 million in funding

  • Funding must have been raised externally

  • New customers only

What is included?

Startups participating in the GitLab Startup Program gain access to:

• Seed Stage Startup Program

  • Year One

    • Free Ultimate license for a year (SaaS or self-managed) up to 20 seats

    • Support not included. That’s okay, GitLab is designed to be super easy to use

  • Year Two

    • 50% discount on any tier; up to 20 users

• Early Stage Startup Program

  • Year One

    • 50% discount on any tier; up to 20 users

  • Year Two

    • 25% discount on any tier; up to 20 users

Application and Use Cases

GitLab Startup Program offers a wide range of applications for startups, including:

• Streamlined application process: Startups can easily apply to the program through a straightforward form on GitLab's website—providing essential details about their business, funding status, and specific needs.

• Enhancing development efficiency: Tech startups have leveraged GitLab's powerful CI/CD tools to significantly reduce deployment times while fostering improved collaboration across their development teams.

• Strengthening application security: E-commerce startups have utilized GitLab's robust security features to bolster their application security posture without the need for additional tools—ensuring a secure environment for their customers.

Learn more

• Visit https://about.gitlab.com/solutions/startups/join/ for more information

• Apply for the program at https://about.gitlab.com/solutions/startups/join/#application-form