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ScaleGrid Startup Program

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50% off managed databases (Postgres, MySQL, Redis, MongoDB) for a year on your own cloud.

ScaleGrid cuts your database hosting costs in half for 12 months if you're under $1.5M in revenue or funding. You get fully managed Postgres, MySQL, Redis, or MongoDB running on your own AWS, Azure, GCP, DigitalOcean, OCI, or Linode account—so no vendor lock-in, just your infrastructure with their ops team handling patches, backups, and scaling. Start with a free 7-day trial to test the setup. The catch: you need to bring your own cloud account and prove early-stage status via funding docs or revenue verification. Best for teams already committed to a specific cloud provider and tired of managing database operations themselves.

Program details

Tier 1

ScaleGrid Startup Tier

Startups receive a 50% discount on medium or larger BYOC hosting plans applicable for PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis™, and MongoDB.

$50

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Application difficulty: Medium Benefits: Strong Duration: 12 months

Benefits

  • 50% discount on managed BYOC hosting plans
  • Applicable for PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis™, and MongoDB
  • Includes a free 7-day trial
  • Eligibility for startups new to ScaleGrid with revenue and funding under $1.5M
  • Utilize existing cloud credits with multiple providers

Eligibility

  • Must be new to ScaleGrid
  • Generated less than $1.5M in revenue
  • Raised less than $1.5M in investment
  • Eligible plan size: Medium or larger

How to apply

  1. 1

    Start Free Trial

    Begin with a free 7-day trial to evaluate the service.

    Start Trial →
  2. 2

    Create Cloud Profile

    Connect your cloud account via AWS, Azure, GCP, OCI, Digital Ocean, or Linode.

    Setup Cloud →
  3. 3

    Create Database Cluster

    Set up your BYOC cluster for PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis™, or MongoDB.

    Create Cluster →
  4. 4

    Activate Discount

    Click 'Activate' and enter your credit card details to secure the 50% discount for 12 months.

    Activate →
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Pros

  • ✓ 50% discount on fully managed databases for 12 months—real operational savings
  • ✓ BYOC model means you own the infrastructure; no lock-in to ScaleGrid's cloud
  • ✓ Supports 6 major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP, DigitalOcean, OCI, Linode)

Cons

  • ✗ Requires proof of sub-$1.5M revenue or funding; early-stage only
  • ✗ Discount expires after 12 months; renewal terms unclear
  • ✗ You still pay cloud provider fees; ScaleGrid discount only covers their management layer

Frequently asked questions

Why should I use ScaleGrid vs. managing my databases internally?
ScaleGrid allows startups to keep their development teams focused on product by automating time-consuming database management tasks and eliminating the need for costly database experts.
Can I use my free startup hosting credits?
Yes, startups can utilize their free AWS, Azure, GCP, or OCI credits when using ScaleGrid's BYOC plans.
Can I get a discount on more than one database type?
Yes, the 50% discount applies to all eligible BYOC clusters, provided they are set up under the Startup Program.
Do I have to be a part of an accelerator or incubator program to apply?
No, the only eligibility requirements are being new to ScaleGrid and having generated less than $1.5M in revenue and raised less than $1.5M in investment.
How much will ScaleGrid cost?
The cost is based on your selected plan's data size and replica setup, with a 50% discount applied on eligible BYOC plans.
How do I get started with the Startup Program?
Apply on the Startup Program page and follow the steps to begin the free trial, connect your cloud account, and create your database cluster.

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