Ship secure from day one, without burning runway.
Security shouldn't wait for a Series A. Whether you're venture-backed or bootstrapping on revenue, Safeguard gives early-stage teams the full platform (reachability-based scanning, autonomous remediation, and SBOMs) free or heavily discounted, so you can pass security reviews and win enterprise deals early.
What's included
Full platform access
SCA, SBOM/AIBOM, container & IaC scanning, reachability analysis, and Griffin AI autonomous remediation: the same engine enterprises run.
Free or deeply discounted
Bootstrapped and pre-seed teams can qualify for a free license; funded startups get a substantial discount off standard plans.
Enterprise-ready evidence
Generate the SBOMs, vulnerability reports, and SOC2-aligned evidence that unblock enterprise procurement and security questionnaires.
Onboarding support
Guided setup so a small team can wire Safeguard into CI/CD and start remediating in an afternoon.
Grow into a paid plan
When you outgrow the program, transition smoothly to Team or Enterprise with no re-implementation.
Community & Academy
Free access to Safeguard Academy courses and certifications for your whole team.
The program in detail
Startups backed by a partnered venture firm or accelerator. 2 months free on the Team plan (3 months for select accelerator cohorts).
What is included
- The full Team plan for the trial period
- The standard Team usage allowance
- Autonomous fix PRs are included up to the Team allowance rather than unlimited
- Sovereign and bring-your-own hosting are not part of the trial
Who qualifies
- Startups backed by a firm on our partnered list, confirmed as being in that portfolio
- One trial per company
- A card on file or a fixed end date, so the trial ends deliberately rather than lapsing
How we verify
Confirms your backing against our partnered firms and accelerators.
Renewal and what comes next
Converts to a paid Team plan when the trial ends, and nothing is deleted at the changeover. As you grow, the next steps are the compliance packs and the startup SOC 2 rate.
Every program starts with the eligibility form. Nothing is granted without it.
Who qualifies
- Early-stage startups (typically pre-seed to Series A) building a software product.
- Bootstrapped and self-funded companies of any stage with a small team.
- Indie developers and solo founders shipping a real product.
- Not previously a paying Safeguard customer on a standard plan.
How to get started
Apply
Tell us about your company, stage, and stack via the contact form.
Quick verification
We confirm eligibility, usually within a couple of business days.
Get your license
We activate your free or discounted plan and help you connect your first repo.
Secure & scale
Ship with confidence; upgrade seamlessly as your team grows.
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free for bootstrapped companies?
Bootstrapped, pre-seed, and very early teams can qualify for a free license. Funded startups typically receive a significant discount rather than a full waiver. Eligibility is confirmed during a short review.
What's the difference between the startup and bootstrapped tracks?
Both get the full platform. The bootstrapped/indie track is oriented toward free access for tiny, self-funded teams; the funded-startup track offers discounted pricing that scales as you raise and grow.
How long does the program last?
Program terms are set during approval, typically an annual benefit that renews while you remain eligible. When you outgrow it, you move to a standard plan with no re-implementation.
Do I get the autonomous remediation features?
Yes. Program members get Griffin AI Auto-Fix, reachability analysis, and SBOM/AIBOM: the same capabilities as paid plans, so your security posture is real, not a stripped-down trial.
Ready to start?
Apply for the program
Self-healing security runs on Safeguard.
Your first fix PR is minutes away.
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