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JetBrains Startup Program

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50% off JetBrains IDEs for 5 years—up to 10 seats, no equity required.

JetBrains gives early-stage startups half off its full suite of IDEs (IntelliJ, PyCharm, WebStorm, etc.), AI Assistant Pro, and team collaboration tools for up to a decade of discounted access. You get 50% off for 5 years on up to 10 licenses, renewable for another 5 if you stay eligible. If you're in an accelerator or incubator, you get 6 months free first, then the discount kicks in. The catch: you need to be privately held, under 5 years old, and have a verifiable online presence (website, social proof). Approval is usually quick, but you'll need to reapply or renew when your term ends—JetBrains doesn't auto-renew. This is genuinely useful if your team actually codes in JetBrains tools; if you're a no-code or Figma-first shop, it's less relevant.

2 tiers

Tier 1

JetBrains Startup Program

Provides a 50% discount on JetBrains IDEs, team tools, and AI Assistant Pro licenses for up to 10 users over 5 years.

$50

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Application difficulty: Medium Benefits: Strong Duration: 5 years

Benefits

  • 50% discount on JetBrains IDEs and team tools
  • Access for up to 10 users
  • Long-term discount available for 5 years
  • Global availability in 113 countries
  • Dedicated technical support and networking events

Eligibility

  • Privately held company
  • Founded within the last 5 years
  • Verifiable online presence

How to apply

  1. 1

    Submit Application

    Apply via the JetBrains Startup page using the online application form.

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Apply for JetBrains Startup Program →

Tier 2

Incubators and Accelerators Program

Offers incubator-led startups 6 months of free access to JetBrains tools and Space plan upgrades, followed by a standard 50% discount.

$100

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Application difficulty: Hard Benefits: Strong Duration: 6 months free, then 5 years discount

Benefits

  • 6 months free access to JetBrains tools
  • Free upgrades to Space paid plans
  • 24/7 priority technical support
  • Standard 50% discount after free period

Eligibility

  • Affiliated with a partnering incubator or accelerator

How to apply

  1. 1

    Apply via Partner Portal

    Incubators or accelerators can submit their application using the JetBrains partner portal.

    Apply Now →
Apply for Incubators and Accelerators Program →

Pros

  • ✓ 50% discount on all JetBrains IDEs + AI Assistant Pro for 5 years (renewable)
  • ✓ Up to 10 seats—covers most early engineering teams without equity
  • ✓ Accelerator/incubator track includes 6 months free upfront

Cons

  • ✗ Limited to startups under 5 years old and privately held only
  • ✗ Requires verifiable online presence (website, social profiles, traction signals)
  • ✗ Must reapply or renew manually after 5 years—no automatic renewal

Frequently asked questions

What is the JetBrains Startup Program?
It provides eligible startups with a 50% discount on JetBrains IDEs, team tools, and AI Assistant Pro licenses for up to 10 users over 5 years along with dedicated support.
Who qualifies for the program?
Startups must be privately held, founded within the last 5 years, and have a verifiable online presence.
How do incubator-affiliated startups benefit?
They receive 6 months of free access to JetBrains tools and Space plan upgrades, after which they enjoy the standard 50% discount.
How long does the application process take?
Applications typically process within 2-3 business days.

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