Startup program

50% off Pro for your first year.

Half off the annual Pro plan for seed-stage and accelerator-backed startups. Automatic time tracking, AI productivity insights, and workforce benchmarks — so you know where your team's time goes from day one.

Up to 20 users50% off annual ProApproved in 24hrs

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Most applications approved within 24 hours.

One offer, no hoops

50% off Pro for the first year, billed annually

Seed-stage or accelerator-backed startups under 20 people

UsersUp to 20 users
Price$143.94/user for year one (about $12/mo)
After year one$287.88/user/yr ($23.99/mo)

What you get

Full Pro plan access

Automatic time tracking, AI categorization, client and scheduled reports, the AI efficiency dashboard, and 1,000 AI credits a month. The same Pro plan that costs $23.99/month billed annually.

Workforce benchmarks

See how your team compares to 50,000+ knowledge workers. Focus hours, app usage, deep work patterns. Data you can show investors.

See 2025 benchmarks report →

AI tool adoption tracking

Track how much time your team spends in ChatGPT, Cursor, Claude, and Copilot. Prove AI ROI before your next board meeting.

Zero setup

Install the Mac or Windows app. Tracking starts automatically. No manual timers, no timesheets, no configuration.

Partner accelerators and VCs

Teams from these programs automatically qualify. Not on the list? Apply anyway — we review every application.

Y CombinatorTechstarsa16zFirst Round CapitalSequoia Arc500 GlobalAntlerOn DeckSouth Park CommonsNeo

Data your investors will ask for

Rize tracks how 50,000+ knowledge workers across 40 countries actually spend their time. As a startup member, your team gets access to workforce benchmarks — focus hours, tool adoption, AI usage patterns — the same data we publish in our annual report.

View 2025 benchmarks report

Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for Rize for Startups?

Seed-stage or accelerator-backed startups with under 20 people. You need a business domain email and verifiable funding or accelerator affiliation.

What happens after the first year?

You renew at the standard Pro annual price of $23.99/month ($287.88/year). You can switch plans or cancel anytime before your first year ends.

How do I verify my startup status?

We verify via your accelerator batch page, Crunchbase funding round, or an acceptance letter. Most applications are approved within 24 hours.

Can I add more people later?

Yes, up to 20 users on the annual Pro plan during the discount period. Need more? Contact us to discuss a custom arrangement.

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