PTC expands startup program to all industries

Key Takeaways

• PTC has expanded its startup program to all industries, providing access to product development tools at no cost
• Eligible startups can access PTC's Onshape, Creo+, and Codebeamer+ solutions for up to five users
• The program aims to reduce cost barriers for early-stage companies and support product development, iteration, and business growth
• Participants can connect with PTC's network and access mentorship, co-marketing, and industry visibility opportunities

Introduction to PTC's Startup Program

PTC has expanded its startup program to companies across all industries, building on the success of its Aerospace and Defense Startup Program launched in 2025. The program, known as PTC for Startups, offers qualifying early-stage and growth-stage startups worldwide free access to selected product development tools.

Eligibility and Benefits

Eligible startups can access PTC's Onshape cloud-native CAD and product data management (PDM) platform, Creo+ SaaS CAD solution, and Codebeamer+ SaaS application lifecycle management (ALM) solution for up to five users. A startup package for PTC's Arena product lifecycle management (PLM) and quality management system (QMS) is also available at a discounted rate. The licenses can be renewed annually without a time limit, as long as the startups continue to meet the program's eligibility requirements.

Comparison of PTC's Solutions

Program Goals and Support

The expanded program aims to reduce cost barriers for early-stage companies seeking access to enterprise-level development tools. It is designed to support startups working through product development, iteration, distributed collaboration, and business growth. In addition to software access, participants can connect with PTC's network of incubators, technology partners, and other companies in the program, along with mentorship, co-marketing, and industry visibility opportunities.

Intelligent Product Lifecycle Strategy

PTC's solutions, including Onshape, Creo+, Codebeamer+, and Arena, are part of the company's Intelligent Product Lifecycle strategy. This strategy focuses on building a product data foundation in engineering and extending the use of that data across the enterprise. By leveraging product data, companies can improve product development, complexity management, and regulatory compliance.

Bottom Line

PTC's expanded startup program offers a valuable opportunity for early-stage companies to access enterprise-level product development tools at no cost. With access to PTC's Onshape, Creo+, and Codebeamer+ solutions, startups can accelerate their product development and growth, while also connecting with a network of industry professionals and experts. By providing these resources, PTC aims to support the success of startups across all industries and drive innovation in the product development landscape.