GitBook
GitBook Startups Program
6 months of GitBook's full platform free for venture-backed startups founded under 2 years ago with up to $2M raised.
Ways to get it
Apply directly
6 months free
- Founded under 2 years ago
- Raised up to $2M USD in total
- Not currently on a paid GitBook plan
- Not a crypto company
Eligibility
Requirements
- Venture-backed
- Founded less than 2 years ago
- Raised no more than $2M USD in total funding
- Not currently on one of GitBook's paid plans
Not eligible
- Crypto companies
- Existing customers on a paid GitBook plan
How to apply
- 1
Go to gitbook.com/industries/startups and scroll to the 'Apply here' form.
- 2
Enter your full name, work email, company size and any further information.
- 3
Tick the eligibility checklist (founded under 2 years ago, up to $2M raised, not on a paid plan, non-crypto) and submit.
- 4
GitBook's team contacts you to confirm eligibility; questions can go to support@gitbook.com.
Gotchas
- Crypto companies are excluded.
- Teams already on a paid GitBook plan can't join.
- The free period is 6 months; after that you need a paid plan to keep paid features.
- GitBook doesn't say which plan tier or dollar value the six months covers.
About the GitBook program
The GitBook Startups Program gives venture-backed startups six months of GitBook at no cost, with access to the full platform. It also includes dedicated support that skips the standard queue, a documentation playbook for structuring developer docs, APIs and internal knowledge bases, and a startup spotlight on GitBook's channels.
To qualify, the startup must have been founded less than 2 years ago, have raised no more than $2M USD in total, not currently be on one of GitBook's paid plans, and not be a crypto company. You confirm these criteria in the application form on the page, which also asks for your name, work email, company size and any further information.
After the six months, GitBook's FAQ says you can move to one of its paid plans. It does not describe an automatic charge or a discounted follow-on rate, and it does not name the plan tier or a dollar value for the free period.
Frequently asked questions
How long is GitBook free for startups?
Six months. Eligible startups get free access to GitBook's full platform for six months, plus dedicated support.
Who is eligible for the GitBook Startups Program?
Startups founded less than 2 years ago that have raised no more than $2M USD in total, are not on a paid GitBook plan, and are not crypto companies.
What happens after the six months of free GitBook?
GitBook's FAQ says you can transition to one of its paid plans. It does not mention a discounted rate after the free period.
