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Cirrostratus Startup Program

Scale fast without breaking the bank. The Cirrostratus Startup Program is designed to help early-stage companies build and grow with enterprise-grade infrastructure at startup-friendly prices.

Program Benefits​

💰 Up to $100,000 in Credits​

Qualifying startups receive:

  • Seed Stage: $25,000 in credits over 12 months
  • Series A: $50,000 in credits over 12 months
  • High-Growth: $100,000 in credits over 24 months

Credits can be used across all Cirrostratus services.

🚀 Technical Benefits​

Launch in Minutes​

  • Pre-configured environments for common stacks
  • One-click deployments
  • Automated CI/CD pipelines
  • Infrastructure templates

Enterprise Security from Day One​

  • SOC 2, HIPAA, and GDPR compliant infrastructure
  • Automated security scanning
  • DDoS protection included
  • SSL certificates at no extra cost

Scalability Built-In​

  • Auto-scaling configured by default
  • Load balancers included
  • Global CDN access
  • Database replication ready

👥 Support & Mentorship​

24/7 Technical Support​

  • Direct access to senior engineers
  • Priority support queue
  • Dedicated Slack channel
  • Monthly architecture reviews

Technical Mentorship​

  • Quarterly sessions with solution architects
  • Best practices workshops
  • Scaling strategy planning
  • Cost optimization reviews

Founder Network​

  • Access to exclusive founder community
  • Monthly virtual meetups
  • Annual startup summit
  • Peer learning sessions

📚 Resources & Training​

Educational Resources​

  • Free access to all training materials
  • Exclusive workshops and webinars
  • Technical documentation priority
  • Video tutorial library

Growth Resources​

  • Scaling playbooks
  • Cost optimization guides
  • Security best practices
  • Performance tuning guides

Eligibility Requirements​

To qualify for the Cirrostratus Startup Program, your company must:

Basic Requirements​

  • ✅ Less than 5 years old
  • ✅ Less than $10M in total funding
  • ✅ Not a current Cirrostratus customer
  • ✅ Building a product (not a consultancy)

Additional Criteria (meet at least one)​

  • Associated with an approved accelerator/incubator
  • Referred by a Cirrostratus partner
  • Venture-backed with recognized investors
  • Building innovative technology solutions

How to Apply​

Step 1: Application​

  1. Visit cirrosys.com/startups
  2. Complete the application form
  3. Provide company information and pitch deck
  4. Submit for review

Step 2: Review Process​

  • Applications reviewed within 5 business days
  • May request additional information
  • Video call with startup team (if needed)
  • Decision communicated via email

Step 3: Onboarding​

Once approved:

  1. Receive welcome package with credits
  2. Schedule onboarding call with success manager
  3. Access startup portal and resources
  4. Join founder community

Program Tiers​

🌱 Seed Tier​

For early-stage startups

  • $25,000 in credits
  • 12-month validity
  • Standard support
  • Quarterly check-ins

Ideal for:

  • Pre-seed to seed stage
  • MVP development
  • Initial market validation

🚀 Growth Tier​

For scaling startups

  • $50,000 in credits
  • 12-month validity
  • Priority support
  • Monthly architecture reviews

Ideal for:

  • Series A companies
  • Product-market fit achieved
  • Scaling user base

🦄 Unicorn Tier​

For high-growth startups

  • $100,000 in credits
  • 24-month validity
  • Dedicated success manager
  • Weekly check-ins available

Ideal for:

  • Rapid growth phase
  • International expansion
  • Enterprise customer acquisition

Success Stories​

PreSnap​

"Cirrostratus helped us scale from 100 to 1M users in 6 months without any downtime. The startup credits allowed us to focus on growth instead of infrastructure costs."

  • Kai Jarmon, CEO

DataFlow Analytics​

"The technical mentorship was invaluable. We avoided common scaling pitfalls and built a robust infrastructure from day one."

  • Mike Rodriguez, Founder

HealthTech Pro​

"HIPAA compliance out of the box saved us months of work. We launched our healthcare app in record time."

  • Dr. Lisa Wang, CEO

Graduation Benefits​

When you outgrow the startup program, enjoy:

  • 🎓 20% discount for 12 months
  • 🤝 Smooth transition to enterprise plan
  • 💼 Dedicated account manager
  • 📈 Custom pricing based on usage

Frequently Asked Questions​

What happens when my credits run out?​

You'll automatically transition to pay-as-you-go pricing with startup program discounts still applied.

Can I apply if I'm already using another cloud provider?​

Yes! We offer migration credits and support to help you move to Cirrostratus.

What services are covered by the credits?​

All Cirrostratus services are eligible, including compute, storage, networking, and managed services.

How long does approval take?​

Most applications are reviewed within 5 business days. Expedited review available for time-sensitive needs.

Can I reapply if rejected?​

Yes, you can reapply after 6 months or when your company meets the eligibility criteria.

Ready to Get Started?​

Join thousands of startups building on Cirrostratus.

Already Approved?

If you've been approved for the program, log in to your account to access your credits and resources.

Need Help?

Questions about the program? Contact our startup team at startups@cirrosys.com.