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Founders can claim 50% off first year in startup credits and software discounts for Helicone on Startupbricks.

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Helicone

AI Tool·Verified Program

Claimable Value50% off first year

About this Deal

Helicone is an open-source observability and gateway layer for LLM applications, covering request logging, cost and latency tracking, caching and prompt management. The pricing page lists a startup discount of 50% off the first year for companies under 2 years old that have raised under $5M in funding. Paid plans are Pro at $79 per month and Team at $799 per month, so on Pro the discount is worth about $474 across year one. The page does not state which plans the discount applies to, and there is no application form, so the only route is booking a call with the team.

Step-by-Step Claiming Playbook

Eligibility & Requirements

Emerging Startups

Open to young tech startups founded within the defined program age window.

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Stage & Funding

Under 2 years old, under $5M raised. Year one only.

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Company Domain

Active company website & working product URL

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Corporate Email

Business domain work email (e.g. [email protected])

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Account Standing

First-time applicant to Helicone startup tier

Fastest approval with verified company domain email

Standard Verification

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