Devin for Startups
Devin is Cognition's AI software engineer. Approved startups get $15,000 in Devin credits the day they are approved, plus a 1:1 match on reloads worth up to $50,000 more.
Devin for Startups is a developer tools perk from Devin worth $15,000 in credits + a reload match to $50,000, open to any startup.
Also useful for building and shipping apps
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Inside Devin for Startups
- $15,000 in Devin credits loaded into your account the day you are approved, unlimited seats for your team, and matching grants: Cognition matches every dollar you reload 1:1, up to $50,000 in grants on your next $100,000 of usage.
- Cognition headlines the package as $65K in credits and grants; the $50,000 unlocks only with your own spend.
- Founder events and swag are included.
Who it's for
- Funding / backing
- Any startup
- Geography
- Global
- Recurring / expiry
- One-time credits on approval; the match applies to your next $100,000 of usage. No expiry is stated.
- Other requirements
- Apply with the email you will use for Devin; Cognition asks that it belong to an admin of your GitHub organization (ideally also a Slack admin). The application form accepts bootstrapped startups. Cognition publishes no terms page or expiry for the startup credits.
How to apply for Devin for Startups
- A short description of what your startup does
- A company email on your own domain
- 1Open the application form on devin.ai/startups and tell Cognition about your startup.
- 2Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the $15,000 is loaded into your account the day you are approved.
Devin for Startups: common questions
How much is Devin for Startups worth?
Devin for Startups is worth $15,000 in credits + a reload match to $50,000. $15,000 in Devin credits loaded into your account the day you are approved, unlimited seats for your team, and matching grants: Cognition matches every dollar you reload 1:1, up to $50,000 in grants on your next $100,000 of usage. Cognition headlines the package as $65K in credits and grants; the $50,000 unlocks only with your own spend. Founder events and swag are included.
Who qualifies for Devin for Startups?
Devin for Startups is open to any startup. Apply with the email you will use for Devin; Cognition asks that it belong to an admin of your GitHub organization (ideally also a Slack admin). The application form accepts bootstrapped startups. Cognition publishes no terms page or expiry for the startup credits.
Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Devin for Startups?
No. Devin for Startups is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.
How do I apply for Devin for Startups?
Open the application form on devin.ai/startups and tell Cognition about your startup. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the $15,000 is loaded into your account the day you are approved.
How long do I have to use Devin for Startups, and does it expire?
One-time credits on approval; the match applies to your next $100,000 of usage. No expiry is stated.
Is Devin for Startups available outside the US?
Devin for Startups is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.
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