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Apache Druid (open source)

Apache Druid is a real-time analytics database for streaming and batch data, licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0.

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Apache Druid (open source) is a databases and data perk from Apache Druid, offering a free plan (open source, Apache 2.0), with no funding required.

Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan
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What you get

Inside Apache Druid (open source)

Apache Druid's licensing page states that Apache Druid and the Druid documentation are licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0. The project describes itself as a high performance, real-time analytics database for streaming and batch data.

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Eligibility

Who it's for

Free planOpen source
Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Open-source license with no end date.
How to claim

How to apply for Apache Druid (open source)

Steps to apply
  1. 1Download Apache Druid from druid.apache.org.
  2. 2No sign-up is needed.
Good to know: Plans read on druid.apache.org on October 28, 2026.
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Questions

Apache Druid (open source): common questions

Is Apache Druid free?

Yes, Apache Druid can be used for free. Free plan (open source, Apache 2.0). As stated on Apache Druid's own page, linked on this page.

Who qualifies for Apache Druid (open source)?

Apache Druid (open source) is open to any startup, with no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Apache Druid (open source)?

No. Apache Druid (open source) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Apache Druid (open source)?

Download Apache Druid from druid.apache.org. No sign-up is needed.

How long do I have to use Apache Druid (open source), and does it expire?

Open-source license with no end date.

Is Apache Druid (open source) available outside the US?

Apache Druid (open source) is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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