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Esri Startup Program

Geospatial/GIS leader providing free ArcGIS software, training, and go-to-market support to startups for up to three years.

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Esri Startup Program is a developer tools perk from Esri, offering free ArcGIS software, training, and go-to-market support (3-year program), for startups under 5 years old.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: Any startup
Benefit type: Program
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Esri Startup Program

Free access to ArcGIS location-intelligence tools plus training and partner support to build or migrate geospatial products.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

<5yr old <$2M annual revenue builds software/hosts solutions

Funding / backing: Any startup
Startup stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Company age: Under 5 years old
Geography: Global
Other requirements: Must build software products / host solutions / deliver content (not consulting); strategically aligned with ArcGIS.

How to claim

How to apply for Esri Startup Program

What to have ready

A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Confirmation you were founded within the last 5 years

Steps to apply

1Apply via the Airtable 'Apply to be a Startup Partner' form on the page.

Good to know: Geospatial/maps seam; free-software partner program (no cash credit amount disclosed). Added 2026-08-18; source URL verified live and on the provider's own domain.

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Source: The provider's official program page

Value is the headline maximum Esri 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.

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Questions

Esri Startup Program: common questions

What do you get with Esri Startup Program?

Esri Startup Program offers free ArcGIS software, training, and go-to-market support (3-year program).

Who qualifies for Esri Startup Program?

Esri Startup Program is for pre-seed, seed and Series A startups under 5 years old. Must build software products / host solutions / deliver content (not consulting); strategically aligned with ArcGIS.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Esri Startup Program?

No. Esri Startup Program is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Esri Startup Program?

Apply via the Airtable 'Apply to be a Startup Partner' form on the page.

Is Esri Startup Program available outside the US?

Esri Startup Program is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.