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Microsoft for Startups

Microsoft · Cloud credits

Azure credits and startup resources, with benefits that can increase as your business and Azure usage develop.

BENEFITUp to $150,000

Azure startup credits

LOCATIONUK-wide

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Who is it for?

  • A privately held, for-profit business building its own software product.
  • Not Series C or later; other exclusions apply.
  • Prior Azure credit usage affects eligibility.

The detail worth knowing

The maximum is not an upfront award. Verification, progress, service adoption and sustained usage affect upgrades. Credits are USD service credits.

How to take the next step

  1. Read the current guidance on the official provider page.
  2. Check the relevant tier or call, deadline and full eligibility criteria.
  3. Prepare the evidence requested and apply directly with the provider.

Our filters are a starting point, not an eligibility decision. Only the provider can confirm the support available to your business.

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