HubSpot Startup Perks
Offers up to 90% off on marketing, sales, and CRM software for startups.
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HubSpot offers eligible startups Up to 90% off, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (pre-seed – series a).
Available programs
Up to 90% off Year 1
HubSpot for Startups
Tiered, multi-year discounts on net-new Professional or Enterprise products: 90% Year 1 / 50% Year 2 / 25% Year 3 for venture-funded startups (Pre-seed through Series A), or 30% Year 1 / 15% Year 2 for startups affiliated with approved entrepreneurial organizations.
- 90% off Year 1, 50% off Year 2, 25% off Year 3 for Pre-seed/Seed/Series A startups
- 30% off Year 1, 15% off Year 2 for startups affiliated with approved entrepreneurial organizations
- Applies to net-new Professional or Enterprise products
- Access to founder community, training, and 1,700+ integrations
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Do you qualify for HubSpot?
You likely qualify if
- You have raised Pre-seed, Seed, or Series A funding (not Series B+)
- You are affiliated with an approved HubSpot partner OR have verifiable VC funding
- You are purchasing net-new Professional or Enterprise products (not an existing paid customer)
You won't qualify if
- You are an existing HubSpot customer on a paid Professional/Enterprise plan
- You have raised Series B or later, or have no verifiable funding/partner affiliation
Common rejection reasons
- Funding could not be verified (Crunchbase, Harmonic or PitchBook) and no approved partner referral provided
- Requested discount applied to existing or non-qualifying (Starter) products
How to apply for HubSpot
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Check eligibility
Have raised pre-seed, seed, or Series A (not Series B+), and be either affiliated with an approved HubSpot for Startups partner or have venture funding HubSpot can verify (Crunchbase or Harmonic; PitchBook is also mentioned).
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Note the tiers
Up to 90% off year one for partner/VC-backed startups; the 30% tier requires an approved entrepreneurial-org affiliation. Applies to net-new Professional or Enterprise products only.
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Apply via HubSpot for Startups
Start at hubspot.com/startups with your partner or funding details.
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Get approved
Your discount is applied to eligible HubSpot products.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does HubSpot give startups?
HubSpot provides eligible startups with Up to 90% off across its programs.
Does HubSpot take equity from startups?
No. HubSpot's startup perks and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for HubSpot?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Must have raised Pre-seed, Seed, or Series A funding (not Series B or later); Must be affiliated with an approved HubSpot for Startups partner OR have raised verified venture funding (verifiable via Crunchbase or Harmonic; PitchBook is also mentioned); 30% tier requires association with an approved entrepreneurial organization.
Is HubSpot free for startups?
Applying is free. HubSpot provides Up to 90% off with no equity required.
How do I apply for HubSpot?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Note the tiers, 3) Apply via HubSpot for Startups, 4) Get approved. Full steps are on this page.
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