CrowdSec Community

Open-source collaborative intrusion detection/prevention with a free Community plan.

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CrowdSec Community is a security, legal and HR perk from CrowdSec, offering free / open source (Community plan), with no funding required.

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

Inside CrowdSec Community

Free Community plan with the open-source agent plus crowd-sourced blocklists/threat intelligence.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Startup stage
Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Ongoing
How to claim

How to apply for CrowdSec Community

What to have ready
  • A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Steps to apply
  1. 1Install the open-source engine and sign up for the free Community console.
Good to know: Premium console and blocklists are paid. Added 2026-08-18; source URL verified live and on the provider's own domain.
Value is the headline maximum CrowdSec advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.
Questions

CrowdSec Community: common questions

What do you get with CrowdSec Community?

CrowdSec Community offers free / open source (Community plan).

Who qualifies for CrowdSec Community?

CrowdSec Community is for idea-stage, pre-seed and seed startups, no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get CrowdSec Community?

No. CrowdSec Community is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for CrowdSec Community?

Install the open-source engine and sign up for the free Community console.

How long do I have to use CrowdSec Community, and does it expire?

Ongoing

Is CrowdSec Community available outside the US?

CrowdSec Community is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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