What is Microsoft for Startups?
Overview
Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub is a benefits program designed to support and empower startups in their journey to success. Free and open to all - this program provides access to industry-leading AI services, expert guidance, and the essential technology needed to build a future-proofed startup. No funding required. Program benefits include:
- Access to AI Services: Gain free access to industry-leading AI services, including the latest generative AI models like OpenAI GPT-4 and quick start AI templates.
- Essential Technology: The program provides up to $150,000 (USD) in Azure credits, along with tools like Microsoft 365, GitHub, and Visual Studio.
- Expert Guidance: Startups can tap into unlimited 1:1 meetings with Microsoft experts. Whether it’s technical challenges or business strategy, this guidance unblocks barriers and fuels growth.
Complete list of Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub benefits.
Eligibility
To apply for Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub your startup must be engaged in the development of a software-based product or service that will be a core part of your current or intended business. The software must be owned and not licensed from another party. See complete eligibility criteria.
Founders Hub Portal
Once approved, the Founders Hub Portal acts as an all-access dashboard to manage your Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub membership. Here you can:
- Update company profile information and team members
- Find, activate, and manage program benefits
- Submit a program support request
- Request Azure technical guidance (benefit access dependent upon program level)
- Try AI quick start templates
- Use AI assistant to help you quickly answer your questions about how to navigate Founders Hub, build with Azure, take best advantage of Founders Hub benefits, and more.
- Monitor your Engagement score. [Applicable only to Azure credit offers of $25,000 and above].
- Learn how to get more benefits.