Canonical Partner Program
Last updated Aug 2026
- Program typeChannel & Technology Partner
- Commission / rewardPartners earn resale margin and referral fees on Ubuntu support and cloud services rather than a public flat rate.
- Partner tiersPartner program with reseller, cloud, hardware, and technology tracks.
- Best forCloud/hosting providers, ISVs, and integrators standardizing on Ubuntu and open-source infrastructure.
- Deal registrationYes (deal registration)
- Partner portalYes (partner portal)
What is the Canonical partner program?
Canonical's partner program supports cloud providers, resellers, and technology partners around Ubuntu and open-source infrastructure.
Partners resell Ubuntu Pro support and build certified images and appliances on the world's most-used server Linux.
How the program works
Partners resell support subscriptions or integrate/certify solutions on Ubuntu, earning margin and referral fees.
Requirements to join
A partner agreement and, for certification, technical validation on Ubuntu.
How partners win with Canonical
Providers win by offering supported Ubuntu Pro alongside their infrastructure, adding recurring support revenue.
What to watch out for
Much of Ubuntu is free, so partners must monetize support, certification, and managed services, not the OS itself.
Everything a healthy partner program needs
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Partner onboarding & enablement
Onboard, train, and equip partners in one portal so they reach their first deal faster.
Deal registration
Register deals with conflict protection — protect margin and grow partner-sourced pipeline.
Through-channel marketing
Launch co-branded campaigns partners actually run, with content built for them.
Revenue attribution
Track partner-sourced revenue end to end so you can double down on what works.
MDF & incentives
Fund, manage, and measure MDF and incentives without spreadsheets.
Oliver AI
AI-assisted engagement that nudges the right partners at the right moment.
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How to join
Apply through the Canonical partner page and select the relevant track.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Canonical have a partner program?
Yes — a Channel & Technology Partner program.
How does the Canonical partner program pay?
Partners earn resale margin and referral fees on Ubuntu support and cloud services rather than a public flat rate.
How do I join the Canonical partner program?
Apply through the Canonical partner page and select the relevant track.
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