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Hacking with Bugcrowd will change your life.

Work on your own terms, constantly learn, build a network of friends and mentors, earn a living doing what you love, and hack for good 
$3000
Average P1 reward
91%
Triage satisfaction rate
$200+M
Rewarded to hackers
350+
Hacker skills to learn
83% of hackers believe that Bugcrowd offers them more opportunities for success than other platforms.

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Join the Crowd

With Bugcrowd, hackers can ethically report vulnerability findings and earn a living. Join a thriving community of friends while helping each other secure the digital world.
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Why hack on Bugcrowd

  • Faster triage
  • Standardized VRT
  • 🤝
  • Personal communication
  • Variety of programs
  • Optimized platform
  • Hacker events
  • Educational content
  • Engagement matching
  • 🥊
  • Community-focused
  • Hacking competitions
  • Cool swag
  • Optimized platform
  • Personal communication
  • 🥊
  • Standardized VRT
  • Hacking competitions
  • Cool swag
  • Faster triage
  • 🤝
  • Engagement matching
  • Community-focused
  • Variety of programs
  • Educational content
  • Hacker events
  • Educational content
  • Community-focused
  • Hacker events
  • Variety of programs
  • 🤝
  • Engagement matching
  • Faster triage
  • Cool swag
  • 🥊
  • Hacking competitions
  • Standardized VRT
  • Optimized platform
  • Personal communication

What hackers think about Bugcrowd

“Bugcrowd is an innovator across the board—in terms of the security solutions they provide to end-customers; to the training and opportunities they offer to hackers; to practical things, like paying out early and often.”
Nerdwell
“Bugcrowd gave me a shot to prove myself, I had zero credentials at the time, I was homeless, and I had just started car hacking. Bugcrowd gave me a chance to change all of that.”
Specters
“Bugcrowd has some amazing triagers and support staff. The community is great as well.”
Rhynorater
“Bugcrowd is the best platform when it comes to bounties. The programs are amazing and the triage team is really helpful.”
iamroot
“P1s don’t have to wait any longer than a few hours thanks to triagers at Bugcrowd.”
tess
“I know for a fact how much Bugcrowd as a company cares about hackers and how invested everyone is in making a platform that hackers love.”
Katie Paxton-Fear (InsiderPhd)
“Bugcrowd has a fantastic community, a matured triage/reward system, and technical-heavy programs.”
Ruikai (Patrick) Peng
“The Bugcrowd Platform does a really great job assessing the credibility and the criminal background of the researchers.”
P3t3r_R4bb1t
“The Bugcrowd team is genuinely kind and truly committed to listening to hunters and improving the platform.”
bronxi
“When I talk with someone from Bugcrowd support, I know I am talking to a friend, not just an employee.”
Hx007
“Bugcrowd’s mix of public and private programs, different scopes and reward models, and the variety of targets keeps things interesting and forces you to level up.”
Amr
“Bugcrowd’s triage team is exceptional to work with. The team has grown significantly, to the point where P1s get triaged within the hour. Their communication is excellent.”
Darkieduck
“What’s really kept me with Bugcrowd, even after trying other platforms, is the way they treat hackers. They genuinely respect the work we do, and that makes a big difference.”
Jhaddix
“Bugcrowd welcomes and guides hackers, giving them the ability to grow. I’ve had the chance to work with other hackers at events and we became friends.”
Alx
“Bugcrowd offers solid programs with great variety, including many high-paying ones with extensive scope. Bugcrowd offers a more private and intimate experience.”
Sw33tLie
“What I really appreciate about Bugcrowd is how well they take care of hackers. You can always message people directly, and it feels much less corporate than other platforms, where you are treated as just another number.”
Godiego

Resources for Hackers

Whether you’re new to hacking or a seasoned hacker looking to expand your skills, here are ways to learn more. 

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Spotlights

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"Bugcrowd is an innovator across the board, in terms of the security solutions they provide to end customers to the training and opportunities they offer to hackers to practical things, like paying out early and often.” - Nerdwell

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“They gave me a shot to prove myself, I had 0 credentials or achievements at the time, I was homeless, I had just started car hacking, I was literally nobody and they gave me a chance to change that.” - Specters

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“They genuinely respect the work we do, and that makes a big difference. It’s clear they’re committed to building a community that values and supports its contributors, which really sets them apart.” - Haddix

Hackers Events
and Programs

Join top hackers in virtual and in-person hacking events like Bug Bashes, Hacker Showdown, and CTF challenges to earn big payouts, collaborate with other hackers, and get awesome swag.

Contact us at community@bugcrowd.com to inquire about a sponsorship for your group, club, or small conference.
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“Through events, I’ve had the chance to work with people who’ve become good friends, and together, we’ve created amazing synergies.” – Alx, Hacker
Alx, Hacker

Start creating content for hackers

If you’re interested in helping other hackers, creating community, writing or filming educational content, joining our Hacker Advisory Board, or taking advantage of other opportunities, you may be a good fit for Bugcrowd’s Creator Program.

Sign up to Bugcrowd’s Creator Program