# Datadog for Startups: one year free, up to $100,000 in credits

- Provider: Datadog (Datadog)
- Status: Active
- Benefit: 100,000 USD credit (up to, 1 year)
- Included: 100000 USD credit (up to, 1 year)
- Account required: Yes
- Checked by editor: Nov 9, 2026
- Link: direct to the provider; no affiliate or sponsored arrangement applies
- Page: https://strixed.com/offers/datadog-for-startups

Datadog for Startups gives eligible early-stage companies up to one year of the full Datadog platform, with up to $100,000 in credits and no watered-down tiers.

Limitations: The program lasts up to one year and requires a partner referral. Acceptance usually takes three to five business days; the company must confirm credit activation within 30 days. After three months of inactivity, the account can be removed from the program.

Questions:
- Q: Who is eligible for Datadog for Startups?
  A: Companies at Series A or earlier that are new to Datadog and have been referred by one of Datadog's official partners. Current or past Datadog customers and previous program recipients are not eligible.
- Q: How long does the program last?
  A: The program lasts up to one year.
- Q: How long does acceptance take?
  A: Acceptance usually takes three to five business days. After that, you must confirm credit activation within 30 days.
- Q: Can I lose access to the program?
  A: Yes. After three months of inactivity, the account can be removed from the program.

Sources checked:
- https://www.datadoghq.com/startups/ (other)