SmartGit for Students: Free Education Licence
Yes. The Students & Education licence is free with the full feature set. It is for "Students and employees of public educational institutions" and needs an "Educational email address".
At a Glance
- Who qualifies
- Students at public institutions
- How long it lasts
- Not stated
- Renewal
- Not stated
- Verified by
- Direct from SmartGit
How to Get the Discount
- Open the SmartGit purchase pageChoose Education.
- Verify your emailEducational address.
- Install SmartGitFree.
The Terms
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Price | Free |
| Features | Full |
| Who | Students and staff at public institutions |
| Proof | Educational email |
| Commercial price | From $5/user/month |
Checked 14 October 2026.
Public Institutions
SmartGit names public educational institutions, so private schools may not qualify.
What SmartGit Does
SmartGit is a graphical Git client for Windows, macOS and Linux.
Duration Unclear
The SmartGit page does not say how long the education licence lasts.
Before You Pay
Read the current terms before you pay. Student offers can change without notice. Is the deal part of a subscription? Check the price after the discounted period. Then set a reminder before it renews.
How Verification Works
Have your student email, ID or enrolment letter ready. The brand may ask for proof before the student price applies. Keep any confirmation email in case questions come up later. That helps when you renew or upgrade.
Bottom Line
It costs nothing, so claim it if you will use it. Check what happens to the licence when your student status ends.
Compare the Alternatives
Before you buy, look at the alternatives linked on this page. Another brand may have a bigger student discount. It may also have a lower starting price. Check the final price with tax included. Add shipping too if you are ordering a physical product. The headline discount is not the whole story.
More dev tools: GitHub Student Pack and DBeaver.
Students also ask
Is SmartGit free for students?
Yes.
What do I need?
An educational email.
Are all features included?
Yes.
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