Google for Startups Cloud Program
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This program helps eligible startups build quickly and scale efficiently on Google Cloud. Two primary tiers (Start and Scale) offer incremental credits, technical and business support, Google-wide perks, and training to empower teams as they grow. Acceptance is determined based on specific funding and eligibility criteria.
Starting from
$0
→
Up to
$200,000
Program Tiers
Start Tier
Designed for early-stage startups without equity funding—providing foundational credits and resources.
Credit Value
$2,000
Duration
1 year
Benefits
Launchpad
Basic benefits to help you get started
Level 1 
Up to $2,000 in Google Cloud credits (valid for 1 year)
$200 Google Cloud Skills Boost credits for training
Technical support via Customer Care plan (credits can be applied)
Access to Google Cloud Startup Community
12 months of free Google Workspace Business Plus (for new signups)
Eligibility
Lunar Gravity
Simple application process, usually just a quick form
Level 1 
Not yet funded by an institutional investor
Founded within the last 5 years
No prior Google Cloud credits beyond the free trial
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Have Billing Account and Business Email
Obtain a valid Google Cloud billing account ID and use a domain-based business email
Create Billing Account 2
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