6 months free Pro
Braintrust for Startups
- New customers at Series A or earlier with at least $100K in funding
Braintrust Startup Credits: Program Explained
Funded startups at Series A or earlier get 6 months of free Braintrust Pro, or 12 months via partner VCs.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Available programs
Funded startups at Series A or earlier get 6 months of free Braintrust Pro, or 12 months via partner VCs.
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Do you qualify for Braintrust?
You likely qualify if
- New Braintrust customer
- Series A or earlier
- Raised at least $100K (6-month tier)
- Backed by Accel, Founders Fund, Khosla Ventures, Kleiner Perkins or Y Combinator (12-month tier)
You won't qualify if
- Existing Braintrust customer
- Raised less than $100K
- Past Series A
Common rejection reasons
- Not a new customer
- Funding below $100K or past Series A
How to apply for Braintrust
- Check eligibility: new customer, Series A or earlier, $100K+ raised
- Apply at braintrust.dev/startups with name, work email and company website
- Approved on a rolling basis
- Pro access activated on your org
Stacks well with
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Braintrust give startups?
6 months free Pro plan (12 months if backed by a partner VC), plus office hours and events. Funded startups at Series A or earlier get 6 months of free Braintrust Pro, or 12 months via partner VCs.
Does Braintrust take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Braintrust?
New Braintrust customer. Series A or earlier. Raised at least $100K (6-month tier).
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Braintrust?
1) Check eligibility: new customer, Series A or earlier, $100K+ raised 2) Apply at braintrust.dev/startups with name, work email and company website 3) Approved on a rolling basis 4) Pro access activated on your org
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