OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)
Free, open-source HRIS ideal for small businesses and startups.
OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) is a finance and ops perk from OrangeHRM, offering completely free, with no funding required.
- Value
- Completely free
- Who qualifies
- No funding needed
- Benefit type
- Free plan
- Terms
- Verified
Inside OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)
OrangeHRM 'Starter' is completely free and open-source HR software: HR administration, employee and leave management, reporting and analytics, performance management, recruitment, time tracking and a mobile app. Deployable in the cloud or on-premise; explicitly positioned for startups and 20-50 employee teams.
Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 9, 2026
Who it's for
- Funding / backing
- No funding needed
- Startup stage
- Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
- Geography
- Global
- Recurring / expiry
- Ongoing (open-source)
- Other requirements
- Advanced modules require the paid Advanced edition.
How to apply for OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)
- A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
- 1Download/deploy the free open-source Starter edition.
Source: The provider's official program page · as of Sep 9, 2026
OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source): common questions
What do you get with OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)?
OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) offers completely free.
Who qualifies for OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)?
OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) is for pre-seed, seed and Series A startups, no funding required. Advanced modules require the paid Advanced edition.
Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)?
No. OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.
How do I apply for OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source)?
Download/deploy the free open-source Starter edition.
How long do I have to use OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source), and does it expire?
Ongoing (open-source)
Is OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) available outside the US?
OrangeHRM Starter (free & open-source) is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.
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