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Onshape for Startups

Jumpstart growth with the only cloud-native CAD tool in the industry. Join the startup program, and get Onshape Professional or Onshape Government at no cost*.

*Special conditions and restrictions may apply. Onshape reserves the right to change or terminate this program. Please note, this program is only open to new customers.

Startup Program Details

The Onshape Startup Program provides innovative startups with free access to the leading cloud-native CAD & PDM platform that runs on any device, anywhere, and requires zero IT. Qualifying startups get:

  • 5 seats of Onshape Professional or Onshape Government at no cost
  • Ability to re-apply at the end of each year - no time limit!
  • Product data management (PDM), simulation and rendering all fully built-in
STARTUP PROGRAM PERKS

Exclusive resources to help program members take all parts of their business to the next level

Legal & Financial Services

As an Onshape startup you’ll gain access to trusted advisors like J.P. Morgan and Foley Hoag when structuring your business.

Free Access to SimScale Simulation Suite

As an Onshape startup you’ll be entitled to three months of access to SimScale’s cloud-native multiphysics simulation suite.

Co-Marketing

As an Onshape startup, partner with us to expand your brand through blogs, events, and case studies.

Training & Support

As an Onshape startup you’ll gain access to Onshape’s Learning Center, in-product support, and our expert customer success team.

3Dconnexion Partnership

As an Onshape startup, take advantage of a 20% off discount on 3Dconnexion products.

Why Choose Onshape?

Thousands of hardware startups have chosen to build their product design foundation with Onshape because Onshape is the only CAD that scales with you. On day one, all team members will have instant access on any device with no installs and zero IT. Then, as your team and product complexity scale, Onshape enables seamless collaboration and offers built-in PDM workflows that can be enabled at the click of a button. Build your innovative company around modern tools, not dated installed software.

Onshape Startup Program Partners

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Startup Case Studies

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Onshape Startup Program: Liftero

05.02.2024

Frustrated by file-based CAD, orbital transportation startup Liftero is aiming higher than the clouds and switched to Onshape, a cloud-native CAD and PDM software.

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Onshape Startup Program Spotlight: Tatum Robotics

07.21.2023

Onshape is the CAD for robotics startup Tatum Robotics, which aims to improve communication for the deafblind community.

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Onshape Startup Program: Lal Bikes

03.20.2024

Lal Bikes, a Canadian-based mountain bike derailleur manufacturer, appreciates that Onshape is along for the ride.

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The Onshape Startup Program

Equip your team with full-featured CAD, built-in  PDM, and analytics in one system.