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1Password for Startups

$100 credit via Brex perk, or free 1Password Teams for qualifying open-source projects, unlimited duration.

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In a sentence

1Password for Startups offers up to $100 (Brex) or free for OSS to bootstrapped, pre-seed, seed startups, no VC referral required. Review takes 1–7 business days.

Max value
$100 (Brex) or free for OSS
Credits valid
12 months
Regions
Global
Last verified
Apr 2026

About

1Password offers two main startup paths: a $100 credit redeemable for new Teams or Business subscriptions (via Brex Marketplace) and a free 1Password Teams plan for active open-source projects (unlimited duration, no headcount cap for most teams).

Tiers

Brex path
$100 credit
  • Brex customer
How to qualify: Redeem via Brex Marketplace.
Open Source
Free Teams (unlimited duration)
  • Active OSS project
How to qualify: Apply via 1Password's OSS program.

Eligibility

✓ You qualify if
  • Any startup (Brex path)
  • Active open-source project (OSS path)

How to apply

  1. 1
    Brex path
    Redeem via Brex → Rewards → Perks.
  2. 2
    OSS path
    Apply via 1Password's open-source program.

What else you get

  • Password management for teams
  • Secrets automation
  • SSO integrations on Business tier

What credits cover (and don't)

✓ Covered
  • 1Password Teams / Business

Tactical tips

  • Tip 1.OSS path is the real win if you maintain an active project, unlimited duration beats a $100 credit.
  • Tip 2.Pair with SOC 2 prep (Vanta/Drata) to cover credential-hygiene controls.

Frequently asked about 1Password for Startups

Is 1Password for Startups free to apply?

Yes. Applying to 1Password for Startups does not cost anything and does not require giving up equity. Some programs require a payment method on file that activates only after credits are consumed or expire, check the program detail page for specifics.

How long does 1Password for Startups take to review applications?

Processing times are shown on the program detail page. Most programs reply within 1–3 weeks. Self-serve tiers (like AWS Activate Founders) can approve in 2–7 days; partner-referred tiers (like AWS Activate Portfolio) usually take 5–10 days.

Can I combine 1Password for Startups with other startup programs?

Most programs stack. The "Stacks well with" section on each detail page lists commonly combined programs. A few important exceptions: if you already claimed AWS credits via Brex or Mercury, your direct AWS Activate amount may be reduced.

What is the most common reason applications to 1Password get rejected?

The top rejection reasons are (1) using a personal Gmail/Outlook address instead of a company domain, (2) having a thin or placeholder website, and (3) mismatched information between the application and Crunchbase/Pitchbook. The tips section on the program page details program-specific factors.

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