Microsoft for Startups
Also known as Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub
Corporate startup program Redmond, United States Run by Microsoft microsoft.com
Overview
Microsoft's global program for software startups, with a single application and benefits that grow as a company shows progress. It provides Azure credits, AI model access, technical guidance and go-to-market help through Microsoft Marketplace and co-selling. Startups backed by firms in its Investor Network can unlock larger benefits earlier.
What startups get
Up to US$150K in Azure credits over time, technical resources, a dedicated contact for eligible startups and go-to-market support; no equity taken.
Details
- Type
- Corporate startup program
- Run by
- Microsoft
- Headquarters
- Redmond, United States
- Runs in
- Global
- Format
- Rolling online application
- Who can apply
- Privately held, for-profit software startups that have not raised Series C or later and have received under US$350K in lifetime free Azure credits
- Standard terms
- Equity-free
- Stages
- Pre-seed, Seed, Early stage, Growth
- Sectors
- AI, software
- Status
- Active
- Website
- microsoft.com
About this data
Compiled from the program’s website, announcements, and press reports as of October 9, 2026. Terms, credits, and eligibility change between cohorts; confirm them with the program before applying. Alumni are examples, not a complete list.