Datadog Startup Credits
Provides up to $100,000 in credits for one year of free Datadog Pro.
Quick answer
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 (pre-seed – series a).
Available programs
Up to $100,000
Datadog for Startups
Up to one year of free Datadog Pro with full-platform observability for startups.
- Up to $100,000 in Datadog credits
- One year of free Datadog Pro
- Full-platform observability and monitoring
Best for
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
Built for early-stage teams; the exact credit amount varies by your accelerator/VC partner.
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Confirm your partner
Datadog for Startups is offered through accelerator and VC partners — 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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Get onboarded
Once approved, get Datadog credits plus onboarding support for monitoring and observability.
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Datadog commonly pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
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: Amount varies by partner; targeted at early‑stage teams..
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) Get onboarded. Full steps are on this page.
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