Datadog Startup Credits
Up to $100,000 in credits for the entire Datadog platform for your first year, for Series A or earlier startups referred through a Datadog partner.
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Datadog offers eligible startups up to $100,000 in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide with a referral from a partner investor or accelerator (pre-seed – series a).
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Up to $100,000
Datadog for Startups
Credits for the entire Datadog platform for the first year, up to $100,000, for Series A or earlier startups referred through a Datadog partner.
- Up to $100,000 in Datadog credits
- Credits cover the entire Datadog platform for the first year
- Full-platform observability and monitoring
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Do you qualify for Datadog?
You likely qualify if
- Your company is Series A or earlier
- You are new to Datadog (never a current or prior customer and never received DDFS credits)
- You can be referred through an official Datadog partner (investor, accelerator, or startup community)
You won't qualify if
- You are a current or former Datadog customer
- You have already received Datadog for Startups credits in the past
Common rejection reasons
- No qualifying referral partner in Datadog's network
- Company is past Series A or has prior Datadog account history
How to apply for Datadog
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Check eligibility
Be Series A or earlier, new to Datadog, and never have received Datadog for Startups credits. Credits go up to $100,000.
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Confirm your partner
Datadog for Startups requires a referral from a Datadog partner (investor, accelerator, or startup community). Have your affiliation ready.
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Apply via Datadog for Startups
Submit at datadoghq.com/partner/datadog-for-startups.
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Start a trial and confirm your credits
Start a Datadog trial while your application is reviewed (typically 3–5 business days). Once approved, confirm your credits within 30 days or the acceptance expires. Credits cover the entire Datadog platform for the first year.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Datadog give startups?
Datadog provides eligible startups with up to $100,000 in credits and resources across its programs.
Does Datadog take equity from startups?
No. Datadog's startup credits and perks are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Datadog?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Series A or earlier; Referred through a Datadog partner (investor, accelerator, or startup community); Not a current or prior Datadog customer.
Is Datadog free for startups?
Applying is free. Datadog provides up to $100,000 in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Datadog?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Confirm your partner, 3) Apply via Datadog for Startups, 4) Start a trial and confirm your credits. Full steps are on this page.
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