Lightdash Open Source

Lightdash is a BI tool built on dbt, where metrics are defined in code and teams explore them. Its Open Source version is self-hosted, with unlimited seats.

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Lightdash Open Source is a databases and data perk from Lightdash, offering open source, unlimited seats, with no funding required.

Who qualifies
No funding needed
Benefit type
Free plan

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What you get

Inside Lightdash Open Source

Lightdash Open Source is core BI for teams that host it themselves: unlimited seats, the data explorer and report builder, and native dbt integration. It connects to nine warehouses, including Postgres and DuckDB, with 3 days of version history. Support is through the community Slack. Cloud Pro is $3000 a month.

Eligibility

Who it's for

Funding / backing
No funding needed
Geography
Global
Recurring / expiry
Open source with no time limit.
Other requirements
Self-hosted, with community Slack support only.
How to claim

How to apply for Lightdash Open Source

Steps to apply
  1. 1Get the open source code from the Lightdash repository and host it yourself.
  2. 2No application is needed.
Good to know: Plans read on lightdash.com/pricing on October 28, 2026.
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Questions

Lightdash Open Source: common questions

What do you get with Lightdash Open Source?

Lightdash Open Source offers open source, unlimited seats.

Who qualifies for Lightdash Open Source?

Lightdash Open Source is open to any startup, with no funding required. Self-hosted, with community Slack support only.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Lightdash Open Source?

No. Lightdash Open Source is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Lightdash Open Source?

Get the open source code from the Lightdash repository and host it yourself. No application is needed.

How long do I have to use Lightdash Open Source, and does it expire?

Open source with no time limit.

Is Lightdash Open Source available outside the US?

Lightdash Open Source is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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