Gusto offers eligible startups 3 months free to help with hiring, payroll and people operations. It's non-dilutive — no equity required — and typically open to early-stage startups, with an application on the Gusto startup page required.
About this offer
Gusto runs a startup program offering 3 months free to eligible early-stage companies. It's aimed at founders who need hiring, payroll and people operations — without the full price tag while they're getting off the ground.
Below is how the offer typically works and how to claim it. Exact eligibility and amounts are set by Gusto and can change, so always confirm the current terms on their official page before applying.
How to claim Gusto
Most startup programs are for early-stage companies — typically newly incorporated, below a funding or revenue threshold, and not previously enrolled in this offer. Confirm the current criteria on the Gusto page.
Use the “Claim this deal” button below to go straight to Gusto’s startup application. Some programs approve instantly; others ask a few questions about your company.
You may be asked to verify details like your website, incorporation or a partner referral (for example via an accelerator, VC or platform like Choose My Stack).
Once approved, the 3 months free is applied to your account — credits, a discount or free months, depending on the offer.
Frequently asked questions
Eligible startups get 3 months free on Gusto, helping with hiring, payroll and people operations while keeping early-stage costs down.
No — the Gusto startup perk is non-dilutive. You don't give up any equity to claim it.
It's aimed at early-stage startups. Exact criteria — incorporation date, funding stage and whether you've used Gusto before — are set by Gusto, so confirm the current terms on their page.
Click “Claim this deal” to open Gusto's startup page, check the eligibility criteria, and apply. Many programs approve quickly.
