Zendesk for Startups Program

Qualifying early-stage startups get Zendesk free for six months, gaining full access to its suite of customer support, sales, and engagement tools powered by advanced AI capabilities.

6 months free access for qualifying startups

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About this credit.

Zendesk's cloud-based customer support platform offers a comprehensive set of tools including AI-powered chatbots, automation, and integration with over 1,000 apps. The program provides new Zendesk customers with 6 months of free access for up to 50 agents, along with online training, implementation support through the CX Academy, and a vibrant community of founders and CX leaders. After the free period, startups can choose from flexible pricing plans starting at $55/month.

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The essentials.

Provider

Zendesk

Best deal

6 months free access for qualifying startups

Type

Discount

Value

$100 USD

Status

Active

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Benefits & eligibility.

Zendesk for Startups

$100

Qualifying startups receive 6 months of free access to Zendesk's suite for up to 50 agents, providing powerful customer support tools and AI-driven automation. · 6 months

Benefits

  • 6 months free access to Zendesk Suite, Sell, Talk, Chat, Guide, and Explore
  • Access for up to 50 agents
  • AI-powered chatbots and workflow automation
  • Online training and implementation support via CX Academy
  • Access to a Slack community of CX leaders and peers

Eligibility

  • New Zendesk customers
  • Fewer than 50 employees
  • Raised up to Series A funding

How to apply

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Submit Application

Apply using your startup email to get approved for 6 months free access to Zendesk.

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Community notes.

Freshly - 96% CSAT and $1.5B Acquisition

Freshly achieved a 96% Customer Satisfaction rating and was acquired by Nestlé, demonstrating the effectiveness of Zendesk's platform in enhancing customer experiences.

Impossible Foods - 50% Tickets Deflected

Impossible Foods deflected 50% of tickets and leveraged Zendesk's analytics to improve their customer service strategies.

PayJoy - 1 Minute WhatsApp SLA

PayJoy slashed response times to just 1 minute, illustrating how Zendesk's free access program supports rapid scaling of customer support.

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Frequently asked.

What's included in the free credits?

Qualifying startups receive monthly credits covering access for up to 50 agents across Zendesk's products, including Support, Chat, Talk, Guide, Explore, and Sell, excluding add-ons and consulting services.

How long does the free access last?

The program offers 6 months of free access, after which startups can choose from flexible pricing plans starting at $55 per month.

What are the eligibility criteria for the program?

Startups must be new Zendesk customers, have fewer than 50 employees, and have raised funding up to Series A.

How do I activate the program?

After applying with a startup email, Zendesk will review the application and contact you via email with further instructions.

Claim Zendesk credits.

Qualifying early-stage startups get Zendesk free for six months, gaining full access to its suite of customer support, sales, and engagement tools powered by advanced AI capabilities.