Speechmatics
Speechmatics Startup Program
Speechmatics’ Startup Program is an open application program for early-stage voice AI startups. It offers up to $50k in usage credits plus technical support, office hours, beta access, and co-marketing opportunities. Official eligibility centers on companies building with voice AI, typically under $10M raised, with a functional MVP or imminent launch, an active development team, and a defined ASR use case. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis via the official startup program page. The page does not state a fixed deadline or duration.
Up to $50k in Speechmatics usage credits, plus technical guidance, monthly office hours, priority developer support, beta access, and co-marketing exposure.
Early-stage startups building with voice AI technology.
Pre-seedSeedEarly stage
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E2B
E2B for Startups
E2B for Startups is an open application program for early-stage AI-agent teams. Approved applicants receive one-time $20,000 in E2B credits and the Pro tier. The official overview page says the program is for startups under three years old that have raised less than $5M, and the application form confirms it is limited to first-time E2B users on the Free tier. Terms add that credits expire one year after redemption, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and approved teams must use an institutional/company email, accept publicity permissions, display the E2B badge where applicable, and share positive words about E2B within 7 days of approval. The page also states that teams already on Pro or Enterprise should contact startups@e2b.dev and that YC applicants should use the YC deal route instead.
One-time $20,000 in E2B credits plus the Pro tier for approved teams.
First-time E2B users.
Early-stage
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HubSpot
HubSpot for Startups
HubSpot for Startups is the official startup discount program on HubSpot’s website. The page shows two current discount tiers: a 90% off year-one tier for startups that raised Pre-seed, Seed, or Series A funding and are affiliated with an approved partner or have verified venture funding, and a 30% off year-one tier for startups tied to approved entrepreneurial organizations. HubSpot says discounts apply only to net-new Professional or Enterprise products. It also states that after the initial discount period startups transition to standard pricing, that an annual commitment is required, and that funding can be verified via Pitchbook, Crunchbase, or Harmonic. The official page includes an Apply Now / Check your eligibility link, so the program is currently open.
Eligible startups can save 30%–90% on HubSpot. The page lists 90% off year one (then 50% year two, 25% year three) for one tier and 30% off year one (then 15% year two) for another.
90% off tier: startups raised Pre-seed, Seed, or Series A funding; not Series B or later.
pre-seedseedseries A
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Render
Render Startup Program
Render’s Startup Program offers tiered credits for eligible startups. Prototype provides $500 in credits for new customers with at least $25K in seed funding. Build offers $2,500 or $5,000 credits through enrolled partners. Scale offers $10,000 or $25,000 credits based on funding level from enrolled top-tier VCs. AI offers $100,000 credits for AI/data-heavy startups meeting the VC-funding threshold. Credits are valid for 1 year from approval. The official page also says applicants must be new customers, have raised less than $100M, and be pre-Series B; partner application is required for Build/Scale/AI.
Startup credits plus onboarding/support perks. Prototype: $500 credits; Build: $2,500 or $5,000 credits; Scale: $10,000 or $25,000 credits; AI: $100,000 credits, plus onboarding, events, and tier-specific support.
New customer.
PrototypeBuildScale
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Intercom
Intercom Early Stage program
Intercom's Early Stage program is the official startup discount offering for eligible new customers. It provides a 3-year stepped discount on the Advanced plan with included seats, Proactive Support Plus, and monthly Fin allowances that reduce over time by program year. Eligible companies must be early stage, have raised up to $10M, have fewer than 15 employees, and not be current Intercom customers. Applications are submitted through the official Intercom application flow; approved applicants must start within 7 days, and the application expires after 30 days if not activated. The program is currently open on the official site.
Discounted Intercom Early Stage pricing: 93% off in year 1, 50% off in year 2, and 25% off in year 3, with an included monthly allowance of Fin outcomes/qualifications and startup plan features.
Startup is early stage.
Early stageStartup
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Google Cloud
Google for Startups Cloud Program
Google Cloud’s Google for Startups Cloud Program offers tiered support for startups. Start tier is for digital-native/technology startups with a working MVP, a clear business model, and plans to seek venture funding soon; they must be founded within the last 24 months (FAQ also describes start-ups founded within five years), not yet funded by an institutional investor, and not yet have received Google Cloud credits beyond the free trial. Scale tier is for startups with verifiable pre-seed to Series A funding (Series A within the last 12 months) or common Web3 funding sources; the FAQ also says the program is for early-stage startups from bootstrapped to Series A. Benefits include up to $2,000 in Start credits (valid 12 months) and, for Scale, up to $200,000 over 2 years (up to $350,000 for AI startups), plus training, support, and Google-wide perks. The official FAQ says decisions usually arrive in 3–5 business days, and stealth-mode funding verification can take up to two weeks. Excluded categories include IPO’d/acquired companies, educational institutions, government entities, nonprofits, personal blogs/content, dev shops, consultancies, agencies, and crypto-mining or token-distribution businesses contrary to local regulatory guidance.
Eligible startups can receive Google Cloud credits plus startup support and Google-wide perks. Start tier includes up to $2,000 in credits; Scale tier includes up to $200,000 over 2 years (up to $350,000 for AI startups).
Active Google Cloud account required.
Pre-fundedEarly stageSeries B+
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Zendesk
Zendesk for Startups
Zendesk for Startups is the official Zendesk startup offer. As of 2026-10-16, Zendesk says qualified startups can get up to 2 years free, with the program built for new Zendesk customers that have raised Angel through Series B funding and meet employee-count limits. The public program page says the standard baseline term is 6 months, with 1- or 2-year extensions tied to specific funding-partner relationships. The registration flow is currently live and asks applicants to submit work email and company details before being reviewed by Zendesk.
Qualified startups get Zendesk free for up to 2 years, with access to the Zendesk Resolution Platform / Professional Suite and Copilot, plus partner discounts and startup resources.
Must be a brand new Zendesk subscriber; previous or active paid customers may not participate.
Pre-seedSeedSeries A
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Ansys
Ansys Startup Program
The Ansys Startup Program is an official startup offer for early-stage and early- to mid-stage companies. According to Ansys, it provides access to multiphysics simulation software bundles, high-performance computing, technical support, and Ansys Learning Hub training resources, with additional marketing opportunities. Eligibility on the official page is limited to privately held companies that are less than 10 years old, have less than USD $5 million in annual revenue, and are not engineering consulting or simulation services firms. The page does not publish a deadline or duration, and the public page capture does not expose a separate application portal URL.
Eligible startups get access to Ansys multiphysics simulation software bundles, high-performance computing, technical support, Ansys Learning Hub training resources, and marketing opportunities.
Privately held company.
Early-stageEarly- to mid-stage
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Tailscale
Tailscale for Startups
Tailscale’s official startup offer is the Tailscale for Startups program. The page currently provides an application form, so it is open. Accepted startups get one free year of a business plan for up to 30 users, plus priority support, and the new account also begins with a 14-day free trial. Eligibility centers on first-time Tailscale customers with a live company domain and valid work email, aimed at early-stage startups. The page and FAQ also state it is intended for startups at Series A or earlier, while the page’s broader eligibility section mentions pre-Seed through Series B. The program is selective and reviewed on a rolling basis; no deadline is stated. Terms on the page require logo rights, a case study, and participation in Research for pre-selected qualifying startups, and the offer is limited to one per startup.
Accepted startups receive one free year of Tailscale’s business plan, with up to 30 users at no cost, plus priority support.
Must be a new Tailscale customer and not on an existing paid plan.
Pre-SeedSeedSeries A
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HubSpot
HubSpot for Startups
HubSpot for Startups is HubSpot’s startup discount program for qualifying startups and partner-affiliated organizations. Officially, it offers up to 90% off in year one for startups raised through Series A or verified venture funding, and 30% off in year one for startups associated with approved entrepreneurial organizations. Discounts are for net-new Professional or Enterprise products only. The program includes startup resources, training, onboarding, and access to a founder community. Applicants can qualify through approved partners or verified funding, then apply through HubSpot’s official signup flow. HubSpot says discounts typically last two years before standard pricing applies, and an annual commitment is required.
HubSpot for Startups offers startup pricing on HubSpot’s AI-powered customer platform, including discounts of 30-90% off depending on eligibility, plus access to startup resources, training, and an exclusive founder community.
Eligible startups can receive 90% off in year one if they raised pre-seed, seed, or Series A funding, have not raised Series B or later, and are affiliated with an approved HubSpot for Startups partner or have verified venture funding.
Pre-seedSeedSeries A
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UpCloud
UpCloud Startup Program
UpCloud’s Startup Program is an open application program for new customers. Eligible startups must be founded within the last 24 months, registered in the EU/EEA/UK/UA/CH, and hold a valid VAT ID; an UpCloud account is required before applying. The program uses three tiers: Tier 1 offers up to €25,000 free credit for ecosystem startups that have raised more than €5M and have VC/incubator/accelerator affiliation; Tier 2 offers €5,000 for startups in FI/SWE/NOR/DK/ICE; Tier 3 offers €1,000 for startups from non-Nordic EU/EEA/UK/CH countries. Credits last 12–24 months by tier, applications are reviewed in 5–10 business days, and GPU Servers are excluded from credit usage.
Up to €25,000 in free credits, plus 24/7/365 human support, access to startup networking/events, solution-architect consultations for qualified startups, social-media/website promotion, and resource-hub tutorials.
Open to new customers.
pre-seedseedseries A
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Scyverge
Scyverge Startup Program
Scyverge’s official Startup Program is a cybersecurity benefit program for early-stage startups. Approved startups receive a free security roadmap, $1,000 in Scyverge service credits, and a free awareness training session. The program is open to registered startups at any funding stage, including companies or LLPs incorporated in India or internationally, with annual revenue under ₹25 crore and incorporation within the last 7 years. Existing Scyverge partners or affiliates are ineligible. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with approval decisions typically communicated within 3–5 business days. The credits are valid for 12 months. The official application is available on the program page.
Approved startups receive a free security roadmap, $1,000 in Scyverge service credits, and a free security awareness training session.
Registered startups at any funding stage.
Pre-SeedBootstrappedSeed
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