Linear Linear Startup Program
Project management and issue tracking for software product teams
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This program provides eligible startups with free access for 6 months to Linear’s Basic and Business plans. It includes advanced project management features such as Cycles for sprint planning, Projects for roadmap management, custom workflows, and integrations with GitHub, Figma, and Slack, alongside real-time collaboration tools. The program is intended for startups with fewer than 50 employees that are new to Linear’s paid plans. Applicants must obtain a partner code from an affiliated accelerator, investor, or incubator and submit it via the program page while logged into an admin account. After the free period, standard pricing applies starting at $10 per user per month.
Tiers
Linear Startup Tier
up to 100Eligible startups receive up to 6 months free access to Linear’s premium project management tools, available on their Basic or Business plans.
- 6 months free access to either Basic or Business plans
- Advanced features including Cycles for sprint planning and Projects for roadmap management
- Custom workflows and integrations with GitHub, Figma, and Slack
- Real-time collaboration and a lightweight, fast interface
- Startups with fewer than 50 employees
- Must be new to Linear’s paid plans
- Affiliated with an official Linear partner (accelerators, investors, or incubators)
- Obtain Partner Code. Obtain a partner code from your affiliated accelerator, investor, or incubator.
- Submit Code. Submit the partner code via Linear’s startup program page while logged into an admin account. Submit Code ↗
- Upgrade Workspace. Upgrade your workspace to a paid plan to have the credits applied automatically. Upgrade Now ↗
FAQ
What if my investor isn’t a Linear partner?
If an investor is not recognized as a Linear partner, they should apply through Linear’s partner application form.
What alternatives are available if my startup is ineligible?
Startups that do not qualify for the program can continue using Linear’s free plan, which includes unlimited users and 250 active issues.
What happens after the 6-month free period?
After 6 months, startups will transition to standard pricing, starting at $10 per user per month.