Overview

The Ethereum Security Subsidy Program is a joint initiative backed by the Ethereum Foundation's Trillion Dollar Security Initiative, Nethermind, and Chainlink Labs, offering $1M in audit subsidies to Ethereum mainnet builders. The program is designed to make best-in-class security more accessible to projects of all sizes, anchored by an Expert Committee with leading minds from across the Ethereum ecosystem.

Key Details

Total Subsidy Pool: $1,000,000 USD
Eligibility: Open to all Ethereum mainnet builders
Audit Providers: 20+ leading audit firms active in the Ethereum ecosystem
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Timeline

Monthly Cohort System

Applications close: 14th of each month, 23:59 UTC
Application feedback: 21st of each month
Missed the deadline? Your application automatically enters next month's cohort
This form stays open year-round

Audit Providers

Adevar Labs, Bail Security, BlockSec, Certora, ChainSecurity, Cyfrin, Dedaub, Guardian Audits, Hacken, HackenProof, Hashlock, Hexens, Immunefi, Least Authority, Lethal Spoons, NethermindSec, Quantstamp, QuillAudits, Runtime Verification, Security Oak, Sherlock, Spearbit, Statemind, Zellic, and Zokyo.

How to Apply

Apply for a subsidy via the application form
The Expert Committee reviews your application
If selected, receive your awarded subsidy total automatically via Areta Market
Submit your request, receive quotes from providers, and kick off your audit

Eligibility

Open to all Ethereum mainnet builders. Projects of all sizes are welcome to apply.

Resources

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