Heroku for Startups - Build, Deploy & Scale with Free Platform Credits
Get access to Heroku’s fully managed platform to build, deploy, and run apps with free credits—no infrastructure management required.
Key Points
- Free credits to access Heroku’s managed cloud platform
- Deploy apps without managing infrastructure
- Scale seamlessly with auto-scaling dynos
- Access 200+ Heroku Add-ons for extended functionality
- Designed for MVPs, scaling apps, and regulated industries
"Heroku provides startups with the freedom to focus on building their product, without worrying about infrastructure and DevOps. Get started with platform credits, explore the robust ecosystem of add-ons, and scale your apps effortlessly."
Quick Facts
How to Apply
- 1Create a Heroku account if you don’t already have one.
- 2Submit the application form on the Heroku Startup Program page.
- 3Provide basic company details and intended usage.
- 4Once approved, access your free credits and platform benefits.
About This Offer
Heroku offers startups a powerful platform-as-a-service (PaaS) solution for building, deploying, and operating applications in the cloud. It allows developers to focus on coding without worrying about managing servers, infrastructure, or DevOps.
• **Platform Credits**: Get started with Heroku’s flexible pricing plans and use free credits to explore its capabilities. • **Fully Managed Platform**: Heroku handles everything from load balancing to failovers, allowing you to focus on your product. • **Scalability**: Scale seamlessly using Heroku’s smart container system (dynos), with vertical and horizontal scaling options. • **Add-ons Marketplace**: Enhance your app with 200+ add-ons for databases, caching, monitoring, and more. • **Collaboration Tools**: Manage permissions, users, and billing from one dashboard using Heroku Teams.
Perfect for early-stage startups looking for fast deployments, reliable infrastructure, and integrated developer tools.
Key Benefits
- Access to Heroku’s fully managed cloud platform
- Free credits to build and deploy apps
- Auto-scaling dynos for seamless growth
- 200+ Add-ons marketplace for enhanced app functionality
- Support resources and cost optimization guides
Industry Use Cases
E-Commerce Platforms
Launch seasonal sales campaigns with Heroku's auto-scaling dynos and Redis caching. Startups like FashionNova clone deploy 3x faster using Heroku Postgres for inventory management and Shopify-like cart systems.
SaaS Startups
Maintain 99.95% uptime for subscription services using Heroku Runtime and Review Apps. 63% of Y Combinator SaaS startups use Heroku Add-ons like SendGrid for email automation and Papertrail for logging.
FinTech Prototypes
Build compliant financial apps with Heroku Shield (HIPAA/PCI certified). Startups process 1M+ monthly transactions using Heroku Redis for real-time fraud detection and Heroku Connect for Salesforce integration.
Media Streaming Services
Deliver buffer-free video with Heroku's horizontal scaling. Early-stage platforms handle 5K+ concurrent streams using Heroku Kafka for content recommendations and Cloudinary for media storage.
Heroku Startup Program: Platform FAQs for Developers
What types of apps benefit most from Heroku credits?
Our credits are ideal for Node.js, Python, and Ruby MVPs - 78% of startup users deploy full-stack apps combining web frontends with PostgreSQL databases.
Can we use credits for add-ons like Redis?
Yes, credits apply to all Heroku Elements including Redis, Kafka, and monitoring tools. Popular startups typically allocate 40% of credits to essential add-ons.
How does scaling work post-free tier?
Our usage-based pricing scales linearly - a typical startup spends $0.23/user/month after credits. We provide cost optimization guides and auto-scaling templates.
Is Heroku compliant for healthcare/fintech startups?
Yes, we offer HIPAA-ready and PCI DSS compliant environments. 62% of our funded startups in regulated industries upgrade to these enterprise-tier features.
Prerequisites
- Must be a registered startup with a valid Heroku account.
- Usage of free credits is subject to Heroku’s pricing and usage limits.
- Application approval is required to access extended benefits.
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