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What are the eligibility requirements for MongoDB for Startups?
At a minimum, to qualify for our base tier, we look for startups that are:
Early-stage: Less than 7 years old and Series A or earlier
Building a scalable product: Focused on a single software-based product or service (note: development shops and agencies are not eligible)
New participants: Not previously accepted into the MongoDB for Startups program
Established online: Have an active company website and LinkedIn profile
How do I apply to MongoDB for Startups?
We work closely with VCs, accelerators, and incubators. Please ask your VC or accelerator partner to refer you. If your VC or accelerator partner is not part of the MongoDB for Startups program, please
ask them to apply
.
If you are not involved with a VC, accelerator, or incubator, please apply above on this page.
Can I apply if I’m already using MongoDB?
Absolutely. You do not have to be new to MongoDB to be eligible for our program. We accept both new and existing MongoDB Atlas users.
What if I’ve applied but have not heard back yet?
If you haven't heard back from us after five business days please
contact us
.
When and where will I receive my promo code?
Once you are accepted into the program, you will receive a unique promo code in your welcome email.
How do I activate my promo code?
To activate your promo code, go to
account.mongodb.com
and follow these simple steps for the organization you wish to apply the code to:
Log in or create an account
Navigate to Billing
Click the Apply Code button
Enter your Activation Code
Click Submit
Questions about activation?
Get step-by-step activation instructions
.
Questions about getting started?
Discover our MongoDB Atlas guides
.
Please note you must be an
Organization Owner
or
Organization Billing Admin
to activate your subscription. To change your organization role, contact your organization’s IT administrator.
Can I wait to apply my promo code?
Startups have 12 months to activate their promo code.
When does my promo code expire?
Once activated, startups have 12 months to use your Atlas credits.
Where can I see my credit balance?
You can check your current credit balance anytime by logging in to account.mongodb.com
Go to Billing in the top navigation bar.
Scroll down to Available Credits to view your balance.
Where can I see my promo code’s expiration date?
To view the expiration date of your credits, please follow the instructions below:
Visit
account.mongodb.com
Log in to your existing account
Navigate to the top navigation bar and click “Billing”
Scroll to the bottom to the “Available Credits” section
Under the “Active Dates” column, there will be gray text that states “(EXPIRES MM/DD/YY)”
What if my credits are expiring or have expired? If you are not able to exhaust your credits in 12 months, you can
request an extension
(considered on a case-by-case basis). If possible, please contact us when you have three months remaining.
What if my credits are expiring or have expired?
If you haven’t used all your credits within 12 months, you can
request an extension
. We review extensions on a case-by-case basis. Just note that promo codes can only be applied to future charges, not past usage.
Where can I get technical support?
If you are interested in advice on data best practices and solutions to operational issues, we recommend signing up for
the Developer Support plan
.
The Developer Support team provides 24/7 support, in-app chat, and support portal access. The first 30 days are free, and you can use your startup Atlas credits to pay beyond that period (starting at $49 per month).
MongoDB also offers a professional services team of experts to accelerate your startup’s success. As part of this program, you get exclusive access to a one-on-one session with an expert to learn best practices and receive guidance on your startup needs.
What if I have more questions?
Contact us
. We’re here to help!
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