90% off year 1,
HubSpot for Startups — 90% tier
- Pre-seed to Series A; affiliated with an approved HubSpot partner or verified VC funding
HubSpot Startup Credits: 2 Programs Explained
Service Hub is covered by HubSpot for Startups: up to 90% off year 1 for VC-backed startups up to Series A.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Service Hub is covered by HubSpot for Startups: up to 90% off year 1 for VC-backed startups up to Series A.
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Do you qualify for HubSpot?
You likely qualify if
- Raised pre-seed, seed or Series A (not Series B or later) for the 90% tier
- Affiliated with one of 4,000+ approved HubSpot for Startups partners, or venture funding verifiable on Crunchbase/Harmonic/PitchBook
- Buying net-new Professional or Enterprise products
- Willing to commit annually
You won't qualify if
- Raised Series B or later (90% tier)
- Already a paid Professional/Enterprise customer for that product
- Only want Starter-tier products
Common rejection reasons
- Funding not verifiable and no approved partner affiliation
- Discount requested on an existing or non-qualifying product (e.g. Starter)
How to apply for HubSpot
- Check eligibility: stage pre-seed to Series A, partner affiliation or verified VC funding
- Answer the eligibility questions at hubspot.com/startups
- Create a HubSpot account via the startups signup and buy net-new Pro/Enterprise Service Hub on an annual plan
- Import data and configure via onboarding
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Frequently asked questions
How much does HubSpot give startups?
90% off year 1, 50% off year 2, 25% off year 3 (Professional/Enterprise, incl. Service Hub); 30% off year 1, 15% off yea. Service Hub is covered by HubSpot for Startups: up to 90% off year 1 for VC-backed startups up to Series A.
Does HubSpot take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for HubSpot?
Raised pre-seed, seed or Series A (not Series B or later) for the 90% tier. Affiliated with one of 4,000+ approved HubSpot for Startups partners, or venture funding verifiable on Crunchbase/Harmonic/PitchBook. Buying net-new Professional or Enterprise products.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for HubSpot?
1) Check eligibility: stage pre-seed to Series A, partner affiliation or verified VC funding 2) Answer the eligibility questions at hubspot.com/startups 3) Create a HubSpot account via the startups signup and buy net-new Pro/Enterprise Service Hub on an annual plan 4) Import data and configure via onboarding
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