Launch faster with Bolt for Startups
Quick integration paths, sandbox testing, and founder programs to get checkout live without a large payments team.
Bolt for Startups helps early-stage teams ship checkout quickly: sandbox APIs, platform plugins, and programs that reduce upfront integration cost.
Who this is for
Founders and small teams launching their first store, app, or marketplace who need production-ready checkout without a dedicated payments engineer.
What you can do
- Start in sandbox with API keys
- Pick a path with Choose an integration
- Join Bolt Activate for credits and founder support
- Scale into Checkout OS or Connect as you grow
Get started
- Create a merchant account
- Read Choose an integration
- Follow the quickstart for your platform or API
- Apply for Bolt Activate if you qualify