Microsoft Azure for Startups
Up to $5,000 in Azure credits
About this perk
Microsoft Azure is a global cloud platform used by startups to build, deploy, and scale applications across compute, storage, AI, and analytics. It provides enterprise-grade infrastructure with security, global availability, and a broad set of developer tools. Through XRaise, eligible startups can unlock up to $5,000 in Azure credits to accelerate product development.
What the product does
Azure offers a comprehensive suite of cloud services including virtual machines, databases, AI APIs, serverless functions, and scalable storage. It supports teams building web apps, AI workloads, SaaS products, and backend systems without upfront infrastructure costs.
What the perk unlocks via XRaise
Startups receive up to $5,000 in Azure credits when creating a new Azure account. Credits can be used across core Azure services, including compute, storage, databases, networking, and Azure OpenAI (regional availability required).
What You Get
Up to $5,000 in Azure credits
Credits usable across most Azure services
Immediate activation with a new Azure account
Accessible global cloud infrastructure
No application fee or minimum funding requirement
Eligibility
Must be a new Azure customer
Cannot have any prior Azure account usage
Must sign up with a valid Microsoft Account (MSA)
Must reside in a supported country or region
Why it matters for startups
Reduces early infrastructure costs
Allows teams to test and deploy quickly
Supports AI workloads through Azure OpenAI
Provides scalable cloud resources for MVP to production
Straightforward onboarding with no lengthy application process
Use cases / best for
Early-stage SaaS backend hosting
AI inference and model integration via Azure OpenAI
Serverless API deployment
Databases, containers, and microservices
MVP builds and early traffic testing
FAQs
Eligible startups can access up to $5,000 in Azure credits after creating a new account.
No. This offer is only for new Azure customers with no prior Azure account activity.
Credits apply to most Azure services. Some exceptions apply by region or service category.
