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Free Cloud Credits for Startups — AWS, Google Cloud, Azure & More

Cloud infrastructure is the backbone of every modern startup. Whether you are deploying containers, running serverless functions, or serving a global CDN, the right cloud provider can make or break your first year.

Most major cloud platforms now offer generous startup credit programs specifically designed to help early-stage companies build without worrying about infrastructure costs. Programs from AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure alone can provide hundreds of thousands of dollars in free compute, storage, and networking.

Below you will find every cloud infrastructure credit program we track, sorted by value. Many of these programs also include dedicated technical support, architecture reviews, and go-to-market assistance beyond just the credits themselves.

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Google Cloud

Up to $350,000

Up to $350,000 in cloud credits over two years for startups

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Cloudflare

Up to $250,000

Up to $250,000 in credits for Developer Platform, Workers, R2, and enterprise security

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Microsoft for Startups

Up to $150,000

Up to $150,000 in Azure credits plus access to advanced AI services, GPUs, and go-to-market support

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AWS

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AWS Activate

Up to $100,000

Up to $100,000 in AWS credits covering EC2, S3, Lambda, Bedrock AI models, and 200+ services

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DigitalOcean Hatch

Up to $100,000

Up to $100,000 in compute credits plus 3 months free GPU usage and premium support

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OVHcloud

Up to €100,000

Up to €100,000 in cloud credits with European sovereign infrastructure and dedicated engineering support

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Vercel

$2,400

$2,400 in frontend cloud credits with automatic scaling, edge functions, and preview deployments

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much free cloud credit can a startup get in total?

By stacking programs from multiple providers, a startup can claim over $950,000 in combined cloud credits. Google Cloud offers up to $350,000, Cloudflare up to $250,000, Microsoft Azure up to $150,000, AWS up to $100,000, and DigitalOcean up to $100,000. Most programs are not mutually exclusive, so applying to several is a common and recommended strategy.

Can I use cloud credits from multiple providers at the same time?

Yes. There is no restriction against using credits from AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, and other providers simultaneously. Many startups adopt a multi-cloud strategy, running primary workloads on one provider while using another for specific services like CDN (Cloudflare) or frontend hosting (Vercel). Each provider’s credits apply only to their own platform.

What happens when my cloud credits expire?

Most cloud startup credits are valid for 12 to 24 months. When they expire, you transition to standard pay-as-you-go pricing. Some programs, like Google Cloud’s Scale tier, provide graduated coverage (100% in year 1, 20% in year 2) to ease the transition. It is important to monitor your usage and plan for the cost shift well before credits run out.