From 097e3167fe8acead0dace021730b5003380b1297 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:44 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 1/6] add discontinuation callout --- src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md | 17 +++++++---------- 1 file changed, 7 insertions(+), 10 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md index 01a56cc9f3..d65797e0e0 100644 --- a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md +++ b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md @@ -1,30 +1,27 @@ --- title: Segment Startup Program +hidden: true --- -Segment offers a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program is open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: +> info "Startup program discontinued" +> As of January 6, 2025, Segment no longer accepts new or second-year renewal applications for the Segment Startup Program. +Segment offers a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program is open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: - Incorporated less than two years ago - Raised no more than $5MM in total funding -- Located in Google Cloud [eligible territory](https://cloud.google.com/terms/cloud-sales-list) +- Located in Google Cloud [eligible territory](https://cloud.google.com/terms/cloud-sales-list){:target="_blank"} - haven't previously received other Segment discounts The Segment Startup Program includes three components: -- Segment's **Startup Deal** - Participating startups receive $25,000* in annual credit toward our monthly [Team plan](https://segment.com/pricing/) for as long as they meet our eligibility requirements (up to 2 years). +- Segment's **Startup Deal** - Participating startups receive $25,000* in annual credit toward our monthly [Team plan](https://segment.com/pricing/){:target="_blank"} for as long as they meet our eligibility requirements (up to 2 years). - Partner **Startup Deals** - Segment partners with other technology companies that offer valuable tools for startups to offer exclusive deals and promotions from marketing, data warehouse, and analytics tools. - **Startup Resources** - Segment offers learning materials on topics like analytics, product-market fit, and more for founders to become experts on data analytics and making the most of Segment's technology. Interested companies can apply on the [Startup Program](http://segment.com/industry/startups){:target="_blank”} site. -> info "Application deadline" -> Effective January 6, 2025, Segment will no longer accept applications for the Segment Startup Program. Applications submitted before 11:59 PM PT on December 5, 2024 will be reviewed and honored. However, any applications received after this deadline will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions. - -*Can vary based on affiliated accelerator and VC partners. - - -## Frequently Asked Questions +## Frequently asked questions **How are the Segment credits applied?** Credits are applied to your monthly bill, covering up to $25,000* in total usage per year. Any additional usage costs are not covered by the program. From 27e67f6a5feadb8f852527a19ebf68cac3638ca5 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:02:04 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 2/6] Add FAQ in case anyone ignores the callout --- src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md | 7 +++++-- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md index d65797e0e0..fdcd125028 100644 --- a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md +++ b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md @@ -23,6 +23,9 @@ Interested companies can apply on the [Startup Program](http://segment.com/indus ## Frequently asked questions +**Is the Segment Startup Program still active?** +No. As of January 2025, Segment no longer accepts applications for the Segment Startup Program. + **How are the Segment credits applied?** Credits are applied to your monthly bill, covering up to $25,000* in total usage per year. Any additional usage costs are not covered by the program. @@ -33,9 +36,9 @@ Eligible startups can [apply directly](http://segment.com/industry/startups) for If you've been accepted to the program, you'll receive an email with a welcome message and next steps. If you haven't received an email, you can also check in your Segment workspace and look for a Startup Program icon in the top right corner. **Where can I view the credits applied to my Segment account?** -The Startup Program credits are reflected in the Workspace usage and billing page. +Startup Program credits are reflected in the Workspace usage and billing page. -**Do I have to be a "new" customer to receive a coupon?** +**Do I have to be a new customer to receive a coupon?** New and current Segment users who have not previously received any other coupon are eligible to apply. **What happens if I go over my total credit applied?** From 6725828f80b43fa9c3a537d463ae0222de0937a6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:03:42 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 3/6] hide pag --- src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md | 4 ++-- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md index fdcd125028..20c8d69009 100644 --- a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md +++ b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md @@ -4,9 +4,9 @@ hidden: true --- > info "Startup program discontinued" -> As of January 6, 2025, Segment no longer accepts new or second-year renewal applications for the Segment Startup Program. +> As of January 6, 2025, Segment discontinued its Startup Program. Segment no longer accepts new or second-year renewal applications for the Program. -Segment offers a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program is open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: +Segment offered a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program is open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: - Incorporated less than two years ago - Raised no more than $5MM in total funding From 9f11dbbfba2bb0148288a1bb536a8ad48f95ff8e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:04:18 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 4/6] remove startup program page from sidenav --- src/_data/sidenav/main.yml | 2 -- 1 file changed, 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/src/_data/sidenav/main.yml b/src/_data/sidenav/main.yml index fa6d41dfc7..3767315d50 100644 --- a/src/_data/sidenav/main.yml +++ b/src/_data/sidenav/main.yml @@ -102,8 +102,6 @@ sections: title: 'MTUs, Throughput and Billing' - path: /guides/usage-and-billing/discounts-for-startups-npos title: Discounts or Coupons - - path: /guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program - title: Segment Startup Program - section_title: Connections section: - path: /connections From 7479390bf62b6ce37a8a3f89227fe10a4e69f873 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:04:53 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 5/6] external links [netlify-build] --- src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md index 20c8d69009..8cdcb48bfd 100644 --- a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md +++ b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md @@ -11,7 +11,7 @@ Segment offered a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data cor - Incorporated less than two years ago - Raised no more than $5MM in total funding - Located in Google Cloud [eligible territory](https://cloud.google.com/terms/cloud-sales-list){:target="_blank"} -- haven't previously received other Segment discounts +- Hasn't previously received other Segment discounts The Segment Startup Program includes three components: From 2c360fbe051e072c9aac485a581b03f64b331ec9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: pwseg <86626706+pwseg@users.noreply.github.com> Date: Wed, 15 Jan 2025 11:07:54 -0600 Subject: [PATCH 6/6] Update src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md Co-authored-by: forstisabella <92472883+forstisabella@users.noreply.github.com> --- src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md index dc819ea907..614485159b 100644 --- a/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md +++ b/src/guides/usage-and-billing/startup-program.md @@ -6,7 +6,7 @@ hidden: true > info "Startup program discontinued" > As of January 6, 2025, Segment discontinued its Startup Program. Segment no longer accepts new (or second-year renewal) applications for the Program. -Segment offered a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program is open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: +Segment offered a **Startup Program** to enable early startups to track data correctly and test the marketing and analytics tools necessary to grow their business. The program was open to any early-stage startup that meets the following eligibility requirements: - Incorporated less than two years ago - Raised no more than $5MM in total funding