Start with
the first $100K
You start with the first $100K of Azure credits in your account.
For startups Seed to Series B
Get up to $250K Azure Credits for your startup
Spendbase is an official Microsoft for Startups partner. We help eligible startups secure Azure credits through our direct partnership with Microsoft — you deal with only one team.
See what you qualify for
Answer 2 quick questions and we'll tell you instantly which Azure credit tier fits your startup.
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Best match
You're a strong candidate for the top credit tier
Get up to $250,000 in Azure credits
You have a high likelihood of qualifying for the top credit tier.
- We review and complete your application
- We verify everything on your behalf
- We submit it directly to the program
You're eligible
You're likely eligible for free Azure credits
Get up to $25,000 in Azure credits
$25K is a strong starting point for your profile.
- Directly offsets your cloud costs
- We handle the full application
- We keep you posted on next steps
Not yet - worth a check
You don't meet enough criteria yet - but it's worth submitting
You don't meet enough criteria yet
But it's worth submitting.
- Submit your details
- We review your full picture
- We advise what makes sense now
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Unlock $250KAzure Credits
Claim your creditsStart with
Unlock
the remaining $150K
As you get close to spending the first $100K, the remaining $150K is released to your account.
Reach
the full $250K
Keep deploying and you get to the full $250K — every dollar is yours to use.
What teams say
Spendbase helped us secure $50K in Azure credits, and we're expecting to receive $250K more as we scale.
You need to match
at least 4 of 8 criteria
Underrepresented founder
Led by an underrepresented founder.
Technical leadership
Technical co-founder or CTO in place.
AI / ML core
Core product leverages AI or ML technologies.
MVP and beyond
At MVP stage or beyond.
Proven founder
Second-time founder or strategic exit.
B2B SaaS
Operates on a B2B SaaS model.
Backed
Backed by a VC, accelerator, incubator, or angel.
Cloud spend
Cloud usage of $10K+/month on any platform.
Why Spendbase?
get $250K
instead of $150K
On your own, the standard Microsoft for Startups path tops out at $150K. Through our partnership, eligible startups reach the full $250K tier.
Claim your creditsEnd to end
we run the whole process
Our specialists audit your eligibility before you apply, flag any gaps against the criteria, and help you close them — so you qualify for the maximum rather than guessing at the requirements alone.
Claim your creditsWe handle the entire process — end to end
You fill out our form. We review your application, verify eligibility, and submit everything on your behalf. You don't deal with any of the paperwork.
Claim your creditsWe review before submitting
We only submit applications that are correctly filled and likely to be approved. No wasted attempts.
Fast turnaround
We process applications quickly and keep you updated on every step.
No upfront cost
Applying is completely free. We succeed only if you do.
Credits go directly to your account
Once approved, credits land in your Azure account — fully usable across all services.
Get the facts straight
Will we remain the owner of our Azure account?
Yes, completely. Your Azure account is created and owned by you. We guide you through setup and help you get the most from your credits, while access and control remain fully in your hands.
Who is eligible for Azure credits?
Azure credits are typically available to startups building on Azure – especially those with funding, an active product, or participation in accelerators. Eligibility depends on the specific program. Reach out to check your qualification.
How long does it take to receive credits?
Timelines vary based on your setup and eligibility. In most cases, credits are approved and applied within a few weeks.
What happens to unused credits if we leave?
Your credits remain in your Azure account and can be used until they expire, according to Azure program terms.
Are there minimum commitments?
No minimum commitments. We only require a 30-day notice prior to offboarding.
How can Azure credits be used?
Credits apply across eligible Azure services - from compute, storage, and databases to Azure's AI tools like Azure OpenAI. You can put them toward the infrastructure that runs your product: hosting, data, machine learning, and more. They're applied automatically as you use Azure, so building simply draws down your credit balance.
Claim your $250K in Azure credits
Spendbase is an official Microsoft for Startups partner. You fill out one form — we handle the rest.
