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Amplitude Startup Plan
- Under 20 employees and under $10M raised; separate tracks for Tech for Black Founders and YC
Amplitude Startup Credits: Program Explained
Startups under 20 people and $10M raised get Amplitude's Growth plan free for a year, then 40% off Plus.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Startups under 20 people and $10M raised get Amplitude's Growth plan free for a year, then 40% off Plus.
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Best for
Early teams replacing Mixpanel or HeapProduct-led SaaS needing analytics plus replayYC and VC-backed seed companies
Do you qualify for Amplitude?
You likely qualify if
- Fewer than 20 employees
- Less than $10M raised in total
- You apply from the Startup banner inside a free Amplitude workspace
- Tech for Black Founders track: US-based, under $30M raised, under 150 employees
You won't qualify if
- 20 or more employees or $10M+ raised (unless you came through a partner, who may offer other discounts)
- You need more than 100M events/month (about 200K MTUs) in year one
- You expect the plan to stay free in year two (year two is 40% off Plus, not free)
Common rejection reasons
- Headcount or funding above the <20 employees / <$10M thresholds
- Not published by Amplitude beyond eligibility criteria; most applicants are approved instantly in-app
How to apply for Amplitude
- Check eligibility: under 20 employees and under $10M raised
- Create a free Amplitude account at amplitude.com
- Apply from the Startup Plan banner in your workspace
- Watch for the approval email; about 60 days before year one ends, expect a usage-based year-two quote (or drop to the free 2M-event plan)
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Amplitude often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Amplitude give startups?
1 year free on the Growth plan (up to 100M events/month), then 40% off annual Plus. Startups under 20 people and $10M raised get Amplitude's Growth plan free for a year, then 40% off Plus.
Does Amplitude take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Amplitude?
Fewer than 20 employees. Less than $10M raised in total. You apply from the Startup banner inside a free Amplitude workspace.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Amplitude?
1) Check eligibility: under 20 employees and under $10M raised 2) Create a free Amplitude account at amplitude.com 3) Apply from the Startup Plan banner in your workspace 4) Watch for the approval email; about 60 days before year one ends, expect a usage-based year-two quote (or drop to the free 2M-event plan)
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