Retool for Startups

$25,000 in Retool credits for the first year for startups under $10M raised.

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Retool for Startups is a developer tools perk from Retool worth $25,000 in Retool credits in the first year, for startups under 10 years old that have raised under $10M.

Value: $25K
Who qualifies: Any startup
Benefit type: Credits
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Retool for Startups

$25,000 in Retool credits in Year 1 (plus $200,000+ in partner credits from AWS, Brex, Segment, etc.), then 25% off in Year 2.

Source: The provider's official program page · as of Aug 19, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

Idea Pre-seed Seed Series A

Funding / backing: Any startup
Startup stage: Idea, Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Funding-raised cap: Under $10M raised
Company age: Under 10 years old
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: $25k credits Year 1, then 25% off Year 2.
Other requirements: Bootstrapped, angel/debt-funded, pre-seed, seed, or Series A; raised less than $10M total; founded within the past 10 years.

How to claim

How to apply for Retool for Startups

What to have ready

Proof you have raised under $10M
Confirmation you were founded within the last 10 years

Steps to apply

1Sign up for Retool, upgrade to a monthly Team or Business plan (card required, not billed immediately)
2submit the application.

Good to know: No VC referral required.

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Source: The provider's official program page · as of Aug 19, 2026

Value is the headline maximum Retool 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

Retool for Startups: common questions

How much is Retool for Startups worth?

Retool for Startups is worth $25,000 in Retool credits in the first year.

Who qualifies for Retool for Startups?

Retool for Startups is for idea-stage, pre-seed, seed and Series A startups under 10 years old that have raised under $10M. Bootstrapped, angel/debt-funded, pre-seed, seed, or Series A; raised less than $10M total; founded within the past 10 years.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Retool for Startups?

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

How do I apply for Retool for Startups?

Sign up for Retool, upgrade to a monthly Team or Business plan (card required, not billed immediately), then submit the application.

How long do I have to use Retool for Startups, and does it expire?

$25k credits Year 1, then 25% off Year 2.

Is Retool for Startups available outside the US?

Retool for Startups is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.