Become a Partner


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Hortonworks partner programs are designed to expand, support and accelerate the growth of a vibrant Apache Hadoop ecosystem by providing enablement services, technical support, business resources, joint marketing opportunities and training to meet your needs.

Hortonworks offers three programs to fit your business goals: Technology Partner, System Integrator/Consultant and Training Delivery Partner, all described in more detail below.  Join us and be a part of this rapidly growing market to help enterprises realize profit from their Big Data.

Our goal of making Apache Hadoop more robust and easier to deploy and use is only achieved through a broad set of compelling partner solutions that utilize Hadoop. Specifically designed for OEMs, Service Providers, software and hardware vendors, Hortonworks Technology Partner Program provides Hortonworks technical enablement, joint marketing opportunities, design assistance, technical support and training – all designed to optimize your successful Hadoop solutions.

The program benefits include:

  • Discounted Hortonworks training seats
  • Level 3 production support
  • Early access to Hortonworks technology via the Technology Preview Program
  • Architecture review sessions
  • Developer enablement support
  • Joint marketing opportunities including press releases, participation in joint marketing events

More Information  See where your solutions fit, view our current partners and categories. For more information please download the Technology Partner Program Data Sheet.

Join Now  If you would like to become a technology partner, please complete the contact form.


The Hortonworks Systems Integrator Partner Program was created to train, certify and enable a broad ecosystem of systems integrators to deliver expert Apache Hadoop consulting and integration services. When combined with the domain and implementation expertise of our partners, the result is a vibrant set of partners that expedite the implementation of high-value big data solutions for enterprises around the globe.

The program benefits include:

  • Discounted Hortonworks training seats
  • Support Subscription Referral Bonuses
  • Access to technical forums
  • Early access to Hortonworks technology via the Technology Preview Program
  • Architecture review sessions
  • Quarterly product roadmap updates
  • Developer enablement support
  • Joint marketing opportunities including press releases, participation in joint marketing events

Join Now  If you would like to become a SI/Consultant partner, please complete the contact form and we will get back to you.

The Training Delivery Partner Program is extends the availability of expert Apache Hadoop training across a global network of certified training delivery partners. The program includes Hortonworks-generated course content and hands-on laboratories, advanced  “train the trainer” partner courses, instructor certification, and go-to-market assistance such as class promotion and transaction support.

More Information  To view all our courses, please visit Hadoop Training and Certification.

Join Now  To become a training partner, please complete the contact form below.

Become a Partner Contact Form