Shortcut Startup Perks
Free Business-plan project management and issue tracking built for fast-moving software teams, with no VC or accelerator affiliation required.
Quick answer
Shortcut offers eligible startups up to $5,000 in perks and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (pre-seed – seed).
Available programs
Business plan free for 12 months
Shortcut for Startups
Qualifying startups receive the Shortcut Business plan plus SAML SSO free for 12 months, open to all eligible startups regardless of investor affiliation.
- Business plan free for 12 months
- SAML SSO included
- Open to all startups regardless of VC or accelerator affiliation
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Do you qualify for Shortcut?
You likely qualify if
- You have fewer than 50 employees
- You have raised less than $10M
- You are a new Shortcut customer under 5 years old
You won't qualify if
- You are a service provider or consulting agency
- You are an existing Shortcut customer
Common rejection reasons
- Company is a consulting or service agency
- Exceeds the funding, age or headcount limits
How to apply for Shortcut
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1
Check the criteria
Confirm you are a new customer with under 50 employees, under $10M raised, under 5 years old, and not a consulting agency.
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2
Apply on the startups page
Submit the Shortcut for Startups application with your company details.
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3
Activate the Business plan
On approval, your account is upgraded to the Business plan with SAML SSO free for 12 months.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Shortcut give startups?
Shortcut provides eligible startups with up to $5,000 in perks and resources across its programs.
Does Shortcut take equity from startups?
No. Shortcut's startup perks and credits are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Shortcut?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: New Shortcut customer with fewer than 50 employees; Less than $10M raised, under 5 years old, and not a service or consulting agency.
Is Shortcut free for startups?
Applying is free. Shortcut provides up to $5,000 in perks and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Shortcut?
1) Check the criteria, 2) Apply on the startups page, 3) Activate the Business plan. Full steps are on this page.
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