Redeeming Microsoft 365 as a part of startup benefits

Question

I was trying to redeem my Microsoft 365 benefit and when i started creating a new account, i was getting an error that account needs verification. I have attached the screenshot for the same. Need help in activating microsoft 365

Answer 1

Hi Reelwise Entertainment,

Thank you for reaching out to us on the Microsoft Q&A forum.

As a member of the Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub, you are eligible for a one-year subscription to Microsoft 365 Business Premium for up to 50 users. To activate this benefit, log in to the Founders Hub Portal, navigate to the Benefits tab, and locate the Microsoft 365 benefit. Follow the prompts to complete the activation process. Once activated, the subscription will be valid for 12 months. Please note that a credit card is required during activation for identity verification and to avoid service interruptions after the benefit period ends. Additionally, ensure that the country selected during the Microsoft 365 registration matches the country associated with the credit card used.

If you receive an error message such as "It's already added to a different on Microsoft account," please confirm that the account you are using is not associated with another Microsoft 365 subscription.

For more details, please refer to the Microsoft 365, Account or subscription verification errors activating Microsoft 365 Apps

Please reach out to us if you have any other queries.

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