The neutral, independent directory of cloud startup credit programs. Compare AWS Activate, Microsoft for Startups, and Google for Startups, estimate what you qualify for, and apply with confidence.
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Across 4 clouds · 8 matching programs at your stage.
Indicative ceilings from public program terms — verify before applying.
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The highest-ceiling, lowest-friction programs across the directory — a strong default stack for most early-stage teams.
The open, no-strings tier any early founder can self-apply for.
The high-ceiling tier unlocked through an affiliated accelerator or VC.
Self-serve program with staged Azure + AI credits and no funding gate.
The funded-startup tier with two years of credits and a success manager.
The directory
9 startup credit programs across 4 providers, sorted by provider. Amounts are representative seed data compiled from public pages — verify current terms before applying.
The open, no-strings tier any early founder can self-apply for.
The high-ceiling tier unlocked through an affiliated accelerator or VC.
Self-serve program with staged Azure + AI credits and no funding gate.
The self-serve entry tier for pre-funding GCP and Firebase builders.
The funded-startup tier with two years of credits and a success manager.
Founder-friendly credits with a low eligibility bar and no funding gate.
OCI credits plus steep usage discounts for data-heavy workloads.
Atlas database credits that stack on top of your primary cloud program.
Edge, storage, and security credits delivered through partner networks.