$1,000,000
Carta Launch
- Early-stage founders; sign up with email and certificate of incorporation
Carta Startup Credits: Program Explained
Early-stage founders can run their cap table and issue SAFEs on Carta for free until about 25 stakeholders or $1M raised.
Last verified October 29, 2026
Quick answer
Available programs
Early-stage founders can run their cap table and issue SAFEs on Carta for free until about 25 stakeholders or $1M raised.
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Best for
Newly incorporated founders issuing SAFEsCap tables with 25 or fewer stakeholdersFiling 83(b) elections
Do you qualify for Carta?
You likely qualify if
- Incorporated, with a certificate of incorporation
- 25 or fewer stakeholders
- Less than $1M raised
- For the 20% discount: InnMind account (free) and moving to Build, Grow or Scale
You won't qualify if
- More than 25 stakeholders or over $1M raised (must move to paid plan)
- Need a 409A valuation (paid plan required)
- Not yet incorporated
Common rejection reasons
- Exceeding stakeholder or funding limits
- No certificate of incorporation
How to apply for Carta
- Check eligibility: incorporated, ≤25 stakeholders, <$1M raised
- Sign up on Carta's equity-management plans page with your email
- Upload your certificate of incorporation to build the cap table
- When upgrading, claim the 20% perk through InnMind first
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Carta often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Carta give startups?
Free cap table management, SAFEs, equity grants and 83(b) filing (up to 25 stakeholders / $1M raised). Early-stage founders can run their cap table and issue SAFEs on Carta for free until about 25 stakeholders or $1M raised.
Does Carta take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Carta?
Incorporated, with a certificate of incorporation. 25 or fewer stakeholders. Less than $1M raised.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Carta?
1) Check eligibility: incorporated, ≤25 stakeholders, <$1M raised 2) Sign up on Carta's equity-management plans page with your email 3) Upload your certificate of incorporation to build the cap table 4) When upgrading, claim the 20% perk through InnMind first
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