GitLab for Startups
Scale your Startup
with GitLab
Build your startup's future on GitLab, the platform designed to unify your development, security, and operations from day one.
Build bigger with GitLab Ultimate: 20 licenses, zero cost, one year
Accelerate your Developers
GitLab evolves with your startup, delivering a complete AI-driven DevSecOps platform that grows from first commit to enterprise scale. We provide the security, automation, and collaboration tools innovative teams need to build faster, deploy confidently, and transform their industry.
Boost efficiency with one comprehensive platform that empowers developers to focus on software delivery instead of managing and patching toolchains.
Maximize your startup's development efficiency with GitLab's end-to-end DevSecOps platform. Our unified toolchain eliminates integration overhead and automates critical workflows, enabling rapid deployment cycles. Through advanced CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks, transform your development process from commit to production with enterprise-grade speed.
From first commit to unicorn status, GitLab scales with your ambition. Our enterprise-ready platform handles your growing team, codebase, and security needs in one place. No more cobbling together tools or retrofitting enterprise features – just seamless growth as your startup takes off.
Who qualifies for the Program?
Seed Stage Startup
Pre-Seed or Seed stage with up to 5ドルM in external funding
New customers only
During Year One, you'll receive:
Free Ultimate license for a year (SaaS or self-managed) up to 20 seats
Support not included. That's ok, GitLab is designed to be super easy to use
During Year Two, you'll receive:
50% discount on any tier; up to 20 Users
Early Stage Startup
Series A or Series B with up to 20ドルM in external funding
New customers only
During Year One, you'll receive:
50% discount on any tier; up to 20 Users
During Year Two, you'll receive:
25% discount on any tier; up to 20 Users
Additional requirements and information
Once you apply, you may be asked to provide additional information in order to verify eligibility. Upon acceptance to the GitLab for StartUps Program, all program members are subject to the GitLab Subscription Agreement.
For self-hosted instances, Users must enable usage and analytics features. The GitLab for Startups Program is offered at the sole discretion of GitLab and is subject to change.
Questions? Reach us at [email protected]
Who is Building on GitLab?
Who is Building on GitLab?
GitLab made it easier for all developers to work with CI/CD pipelines, making the process of bootstrapping a new service much more transparent and approachable.
Vasco Pinho
Team Lead, SRE, Hotjar
Application form
Apply today to join the GitLab for Startups program. Our team will reach out to you and guide you in getting started with GitLab. We are excited to see what innovative products you build with our support.
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Frequently
asked questions
Frequently
asked questions
Application data will be validated by GitLab to determine eligibility. Applicants must provide a Crunchbase, Pitchbook profile, relevant VC, or Accelerator webpage.
If you are attaching a link to your accelerator or VC that does not contain your current funding status please include a document or public link that displays your current funding status.
If you do not include these documents upon application, your application will not be considered.
We'll reach out well before your first year ends to walk you through your renewal options and next steps, ensuring your team has everything needed to continue scaling and innovating with GitLab.
Please refer to where your Startup falls in the funding parameters to ensure you know the 2nd year pricing structure. A team member will reach out well in advance to provide guidance and time to prepare.
Please see the detailed response in our licensing and subscription FAQ
If you want to increase the number of seats on your existing license, please email [email protected], and we'll prepare an add-on quote for additional seats.