Kong Partner Program
Last updated Aug 2026
- Program typeChannel, SI, and technology partner program
- Commission / rewardResellers and SIs earn margin/co-sell with deal registration; technology partners integrate with the API platform.
- Partner tiersReseller, SI/services, cloud, and technology-partner tracks.
- Best forAPI and integration consultancies, cloud SIs, and platform ISVs.
- Deal registrationYes (deal registration)
- Partner portalYes (partner portal)
What is the Kong partner program?
Kong runs a partner program across resellers, system integrators, cloud marketplaces, and technology partners for API management.
Partners help enterprises govern APIs and microservices at scale with Kong Gateway and Konnect.
How the program works
Partners register deals and resell or co-sell Kong subscriptions while delivering API-platform implementation.
Requirements to join
API/integration expertise and enablement.
How partners win with Kong
Partners earn subscription margin plus API strategy and platform-engineering services.
What to watch out for
Open-source Kong is widely used for free, so paid value centers on enterprise/Konnect.
Everything a healthy partner program needs
The capabilities behind the grader — from onboarding to attribution — in one platform.
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 partner page and complete certification.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Kong have a partner program?
Yes — a Channel, SI, and technology partner program program.
How does the Kong partner program pay?
Resellers and SIs earn margin/co-sell with deal registration; technology partners integrate with the API platform.
How do I join the Kong partner program?
Apply through the partner page and complete certification.
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