Datadog for Startups

Datadog for Startups sits under Datadog Inc., the public SaaS observability company founded in 2010 in New York. The program gives early-stage startups up to $100,000 in Datadog platform credits for a year of access to the full observability and security stack. It is a rolling, partner-referral program, so applicants must come through an approved VC, hyperscaler, or vendor startup partner rather than applying directly. Companies must be Series A or earlier and new to Datadog, with no current or prior customer relationship and no prior DDFS credits. Acceptance typically arrives by email in three to five business days, and credits must be activated within 30 days. The best fit is a startup that already has a serious production workload and wants full-platform access without a tiered product cut-down. Optional Technical Engagement Manager sessions, onboarding materials, and a 12-month credit window make the program more like an entry channel into Datadog's customer base than a cash award.

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.