Supercharge Your Startup with GPT-4 & ChatGPT - $3,000 in Free Credits

Leverage OpenAI's GPT-4, ChatGPT, and Codex on Azure with up to $3,000 in credits through Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub.

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Value$3,000

ExpiryVaries by Funding Tier

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Key Points

Up to $3,000 in Azure credits for GPT-4 and ChatGPT usage
Direct access to OpenAI’s models via Azure OpenAI Service
Technical support and mentoring from Microsoft experts
Build AI applications seamlessly with Azure’s integrated tools
Flexible credits scale based on your startup’s stage

"Partnering with Microsoft for Startups gave us direct access to GPT-4 in Azure OpenAI. We prototyped our AI-driven customer support bot in weeks, saving us months of development time and infrastructure costs."

OpenAI & Microsoft for Startups Team

Startup Programs Team, OpenAI

About This Offer

Although OpenAI itself does not offer a standalone startup credit program, founders can access GPT-4, ChatGPT, Codex, and other models via the **Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub**. This partnership provides eligible startups with up to **$3,000** in Azure credits, which can be used directly on OpenAI models hosted on Azure OpenAI Service.

**What’s Included:**

- **Azure Credits:** Receive up to $3,000 in credits that can be applied directly to GPT-4, ChatGPT, Codex, embeddings, and other OpenAI-powered services. - **Seamless Azure Integration:** Leverage Azure tools alongside OpenAI’s capabilities, allowing you to combine storage, compute, and data pipelines with advanced language models. - **End-to-End AI Infrastructure:** Combine OpenAI models with Azure services like Cognitive Search, Blob Storage, or Function Apps to build complete solutions. - **Mentorship & Support:** Gain access to Microsoft’s startup ecosystem, including mentoring sessions, technical guidance, and co-marketing opportunities.

This is the ideal program for startups looking to innovate using advanced AI without the upfront cost of infrastructure, while gaining direct support from Microsoft experts.

Key Benefits

Up to $3,000 in Azure credits for GPT-4, ChatGPT, and more

Access to OpenAI’s leading language models via Azure

Seamless integration with Azure data, compute, and serverless tools

Technical support and mentoring via Microsoft for Startups

Build AI products with enterprise-grade security and scalability

Industry Use Cases

Conversational AI for Customer Support

Deploy GPT-4 powered virtual agents to handle complex queries, reduce response times, and improve customer satisfaction. Startups report a 40% decrease in support ticket volumes.

Intelligent Document Processing

Use Azure OpenAI embeddings to classify, summarize, and extract insights from large volumes of text. Legaltech startups save hundreds of hours in manual document review.

Marketing & Content Generation

Generate blog posts, social media content, product descriptions, and email campaigns using ChatGPT, accelerating content creation by up to 50%.

Code Generation & Developer Tools

Speed up development with Codex-powered code suggestions, automated documentation, and bug fixing directly within your workflows.

OpenAI with Microsoft for Startups: Real-World FAQs

How do I apply for Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub?

Go to Microsoft for Startups, submit your application, and once approved, you’ll get your Azure credits and access to OpenAI models.

Do these credits cover GPT-4 usage?

Yes, your Azure credits can be used directly for GPT-4 usage via Azure OpenAI Service.

Is there a way to get credits directly from OpenAI?

No, OpenAI does not offer a direct startup credit program. Microsoft for Startups is the recommended pathway for discounted OpenAI access.

What if my startup needs more than $3,000 in credits?

Higher credit amounts are available for startups in advanced funding stages or those part of premier accelerator programs.