ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)

Open-source vulnerability scanner (Nuclei) and tooling from ProjectDiscovery, free to use.

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ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) is a security, legal and HR perk from ProjectDiscovery, offering free / open source (Nuclei), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Stated by provider

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What you get

Inside ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)

Nuclei and related tools are open source and free; trusted by 100,000+ security professionals.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

open-source

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Startup stage: Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Ongoing

How to claim

How to apply for ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)

What to have ready

A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)

Steps to apply

1Install the open-source tools from GitHub.

Good to know: The hosted Neo cloud platform is paid (from $250). 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 ProjectDiscovery 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.

Questions

ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner): common questions

What do you get with ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)?

ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) offers free / open source (Nuclei).

Who qualifies for ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)?

ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) is for idea-stage, pre-seed and seed startups, no funding required.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)?

No. ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner)?

Install the open-source tools from GitHub.

How long do I have to use ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner), and does it expire?

Ongoing

Is ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) available outside the US?

ProjectDiscovery Nuclei (open source scanner) is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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