Up to 6 months
Rippling Startup Stack
- Venture-backed startups new to Rippling in the US, UK, Ireland, Germany or France
Rippling Startup Credits: Program Explained
New venture-backed Rippling customers get up to 6 months free on HR, IT and finance products.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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New venture-backed Rippling customers get up to 6 months free on HR, IT and finance products.
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Best for
VC-backed teams consolidating HR, IT, spendStartups hiring internationally via EORFounders switching payroll providers
Do you qualify for Rippling?
You likely qualify if
- VC-backed company (Rippling may verify VCB status)
- Incorporated in the US, UK, Ireland, Germany, France or another offer jurisdiction
- Not an existing or previous Rippling customer
- Sign an Order Form for at least one eligible product within 30 calendar days of your completed demo
- Accept an 18-month minimum (1-50 FTE) or 24-month minimum (51+ FTE) contract
You won't qualify if
- Not venture-backed
- Current or former Rippling customer
- Already redeemed the offer (one per company)
- Unwilling to commit to the 18/24-month minimum term
Common rejection reasons
- VC-backed status could not be verified
- Company is a current or previous Rippling customer
- Order Form not signed within 30 days of the demo, so the offer expired
How to apply for Rippling
- Check eligibility: VC-backed, new to Rippling, incorporated in an offer country
- Submit the form at rippling.com/lp/startupstack-apply (or your VC's co-branded page)
- Complete the initial product demo
- Sign an Order Form within 30 days (18-mo term if 1-50 FTE, 24-mo if 51+)
- Onboard with implementation; US card offer requires routing 75% of card spend for 6 months (Down Market)
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Rippling give startups?
Up to 6 months free on the product suite (EOR discounted 3 months). New venture-backed Rippling customers get up to 6 months free on HR, IT and finance products.
Does Rippling take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Rippling?
VC-backed company (Rippling may verify VCB status). Incorporated in the US, UK, Ireland, Germany, France or another offer jurisdiction. Not an existing or previous Rippling customer.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Rippling?
1) Check eligibility: VC-backed, new to Rippling, incorporated in an offer country 2) Submit the form at rippling.com/lp/startupstack-apply (or your VC's co-branded page) 3) Complete the initial product demo 4) Sign an Order Form within 30 days (18-mo term if 1-50 FTE, 24-mo if 51+) 5) Onboard with implementation; US card offer requires routing 75% of card spend for 6 months (Down Market)
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