Learn real security on the real platform — free.
Software supply chain security is one of the most in-demand skills in the industry, and the best way to learn it is on real code. Safeguard is free for students: the full platform plus free Safeguard Academy courses and verifiable certifications you can put on your résumé and LinkedIn.
What's included
Full platform, free
Scan your own projects and coursework with SCA, SBOMs, reachability analysis, and Griffin AI fix suggestions.
Safeguard Academy
Free courses and hands-on labs in supply-chain and AI security, with certifications you earn on the platform.
Verifiable certificates
Shareable, verifiable credentials for your résumé, LinkedIn, and job applications.
Hackathons & projects
Secure your hackathon and capstone projects — and stand out with a clean SBOM and security report.
Career-relevant skills
Learn the exact tooling and concepts (SCA, SBOM, reachability, SLSA) that appear in real AppSec and DevSecOps roles.
No credit card
The student license is genuinely free — no trial that converts to a charge.
Who qualifies
- Currently enrolled students at an accredited school, college, or university.
- Verified with a valid student email address or student ID / GitHub Student Developer Pack.
- For personal learning, coursework, research, and non-commercial projects.
- Bootcamp students may also qualify — reach out to check.
How to get started
Verify
Confirm your student status with your .edu email or student verification.
Activate
Your free student license is enabled instantly on approval.
Learn
Start a Safeguard Academy path and scan your first project.
Get certified
Earn a verifiable certificate to showcase to employers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Safeguard really free for students?
Yes — the student license is free while you're enrolled, with no credit card and no auto-converting trial. You get the full platform plus free Safeguard Academy courses and certifications.
How do I verify I'm a student?
A valid student email address (typically .edu or your institution's domain), a student ID, or the GitHub Student Developer Pack all work. We keep verification quick.
Can I use it for commercial projects?
The student program is for learning, coursework, research, and non-commercial projects. If you start a company or ship a commercial product, our Startup program has you covered.
Do the certifications cost anything?
No. Safeguard Academy courses and certifications are free for everyone, and especially useful for students building a security-focused résumé.