JetBrains Startup Program

• 50% discount on JetBrains IDEs, team tools, and AI Assistant Pro for up to 10 users over 5 years—no equity stake required.
• Accelerator-backed startups get 6 months free, then 50% off; standard startups apply directly with proof of founding date and online presence.
• Covers the full JetBrains suite (IntelliJ IDEA, PyCharm, WebStorm, Space, etc.), making it a substantial dev-tool cost reduction for early teams.

JetBrains is a leading provider of intelligent developer IDEs and team collaboration tools used by millions of engineers worldwide. The Startup Program offers privately held companies founded within the last 5 years a 50% discount on its entire product suite—including IDEs, team tools, and AI Assistant Pro—for up to 10 users, valid for 5 years. Accelerator and incubator-backed startups receive an additional 6 months of free access upfront, plus 24/7 priority support.

JetBrains Startup Program at a glance

JetBrains is a leading provider of intelligent developer IDEs and team collaboration tools used by millions of engineers worldwide. The Startup Program offers privately held companies founded within the last 5 years a 50% discount on its entire product suite—including IDEs, team tools, and AI Assistant Pro—for up to 10 users, valid for 5 years. Accelerator and incubator-backed startups receive an additional 6 months of free access upfront, plus 24/7 priority support.

• 50%Discount on all JetBrains tools
• 10 usersMax team size covered
• 5 yearsProgram duration
• 6 monthsFree access for accelerator-backed startups

The JetBrains Startup Program offer explained

JetBrains provides a flat 50% discount on all paid licenses (IDEs, Space, AI Assistant Pro) for up to 10 team members, renewable annually for 5 years total. Startups backed by an incubator or accelerator receive 6 months of completely free access first, then transition to the 50% discount. No equity, revenue share, or VC requirement—only proof of founding date and active online presence.

Eligibility & key terms

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How to apply for JetBrains Startup Program

1. Visit JetBrains Startup Program page

   Go to jetbrains.com/startup and review the current eligibility criteria and required documentation.

2. Gather proof of eligibility

   Prepare company registration documents, founding date proof, and links to your online presence (website, GitHub, LinkedIn, etc.).

3. Submit application

   Complete the online form with company details, team size, and intended JetBrains products. Accelerator-backed startups should include their accelerator name and cohort details.

4. Receive approval and activate licenses

   Upon approval, you'll receive license keys and instructions to activate accounts for your team members. Start using tools immediately.

JetBrains' Startup Program removes a major dev-tool cost barrier for early teams, offering 5 years of discounted access to enterprise-grade IDEs without equity dilution.SaaSTweaks editorial

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