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GitBook Startups Program

Documentation and knowledge-base platform. Venture-backed startups founded under 2 years ago get 6 months of the full platform free.

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GitBook Startups Program is a productivity and SaaS perk from GitBook, offering 6 months of free access to GitBook’s full platform, for startups under 2 years old that have raised under $2M.

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

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What you get

Inside GitBook Startups Program

Six months of free access to GitBook's full platform, plus dedicated support (bypassing the standard queue), a documentation playbook, and a startup spotlight.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 11, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

founded-under-2-years raised-under-2m not-on-paid-plan non-crypto

Funding / backing: Any startup
Startup stage: Pre-seed, Seed
Funding-raised cap: Under $2.0M raised
Company age: Under 2 years old
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: 6 months
Other requirements: Founded less than 2 years ago, raised no more than $2M USD total, not on any paid GitBook plan, non-crypto. Transitions to a paid plan after the free period.

How to claim

How to apply for GitBook Startups Program

What to have ready

A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
A payment method / paid account on file
Proof you have raised under $2.0M
Confirmation you were founded within the last 2 years

Steps to apply

1Apply directly on the GitBook Startups page (confirm eligibility checklist).

Good to know: Confirmed from provider page FAQ: 'Founded less than 2 years ago, raised no more than $2M USD in total funding, not on any of GitBook's paid plans... 6 months of free access to GitBook's full platform.' 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 · as of Sep 11, 2026

Value is the headline maximum GitBook 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

GitBook Startups Program: common questions

What do you get with GitBook Startups Program?

GitBook Startups Program offers 6 months of free access to GitBook’s full platform.

Who qualifies for GitBook Startups Program?

GitBook Startups Program is for pre-seed and seed startups under 2 years old that have raised under $2M. Founded less than 2 years ago, raised no more than $2M USD total, not on any paid GitBook plan, non-crypto. Transitions to a paid plan after the free period.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get GitBook Startups Program?

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

How do I apply for GitBook Startups Program?

Apply directly on the GitBook Startups page (confirm eligibility checklist).

How long do I have to use GitBook Startups Program, and does it expire?

6 months

Is GitBook Startups Program available outside the US?

GitBook Startups Program is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.