Stytch Startup Program

Free Stytch authentication for venture-backed startups until they reach Series A.

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Stytch Startup Program is a security, legal and HR perk from Stytch, free to use, for VC- or accelerator-backed startups under 2 years old that have raised under $5M.

Value: $0
Who qualifies: VC / accelerator-backed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Stated by provider

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What you get

Inside Stytch Startup Program

Venture-backed startups get free, unlimited use of Stytch (authentication, authorization, and fraud prevention) until they raise a Series A, raise more than $5M, or reach 2 years since incorporation (whichever comes first).
Includes unlimited MAUs, unlimited enterprise SSO/SCIM connections, custom email domains, and developer support.
Up to $5,000 in Stytch credits is also available through certain partner programs.

Source: The provider's official program page (stytch.com/credits) · as of Oct 6, 2026

Eligibility

Who it's for

VC-backed Pre-Series A Under $5M raised Under 2 years old Global

Funding / backing: VC / accelerator-backed
Startup stage: Idea, Pre-seed, Seed
Funding-raised cap: Under $5.0M raised
Company age: Under 2 years old
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free until Series A, >$5M raised, or 2 years since incorporation, whichever comes first

How to claim

How to apply for Stytch Startup Program

What to have ready

Confirmation of your accelerator / investor backing (a referral or partner code)
Proof you have raised under $5.0M
Confirmation you were founded within the last 2 years

Steps to apply

1Apply on Stytch's startup program page (stytch.com/credits).
2Startups must be venture-backed and pre-Series A.

Good to know: Terms come from Stytch's own startup program page (stytch.com/credits); confirm the exact figures there before you apply.

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Source: The provider's official program page (stytch.com/credits) · as of Oct 6, 2026

Value is the headline maximum Stytch advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. A comparison, not endorsed by the programs listed. A program labeled Same owner comes from the company that runs StartupPerks. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.

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Other ways to get a deal on Stytch

Ramp gives its customers a deal on Stytch. It is separate from Stytch Startup Program, with its own conditions, and partners usually allow one startup deal per company, so compare who qualifies before you apply.

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Read from each platform's own perks page on or after October 28, 2026.

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Questions

Stytch Startup Program: common questions

What do you get with Stytch Startup Program?

Stytch Startup Program is free to use. Venture-backed startups get free, unlimited use of Stytch (authentication, authorization, and fraud prevention) until they raise a Series A, raise more than $5M, or reach 2 years since incorporation (whichever comes first). Includes unlimited MAUs, unlimited enterprise SSO/SCIM connections, custom email domains, and developer support. Up to $5,000 in Stytch credits is also available through certain partner programs.

Who qualifies for Stytch Startup Program?

Stytch Startup Program is for VC- or accelerator-backed idea-stage, pre-seed and seed startups under 2 years old that have raised under $5M.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Stytch Startup Program?

Yes. Stytch Startup Program requires venture or accelerator backing; the higher tiers are unlocked through your investor or accelerator.

How do I apply for Stytch Startup Program?

Apply on Stytch's startup program page (stytch.com/credits). Startups must be venture-backed and pre-Series A.

How long do I have to use Stytch Startup Program, and does it expire?

Free until Series A, >$5M raised, or 2 years since incorporation, whichever comes first

Is Stytch Startup Program available outside the US?

Stytch Startup Program is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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