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‎articles/signups/TOC.yml

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- name: Overview
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- name: Overview of startup credit offer
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- name: Concepts
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- name: Azure usage and billing
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- name: Help and support
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- name: Joining Microsoft for Startups
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- name: Resources
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- name: Pricing calculator
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‎articles/signups/azure-usage.md

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title: Track Azure Startup Credit Usage & Manage Billing | Microsoft Learn
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description: Learn how to track your Azure startup credit balance, manage billing, and transition to pay-as-you-go. Get step-by-step guidance on monitoring usage, estimating costs, and updating payment methods.
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author: jesscraze
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ms.author: jecru
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ms.service: azure
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ms.topic: concept-article
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ms.date: 04/03/2025
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# Track your Azure startup credit usage
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You can manage your Azure subscription and startup credits directly in the Azure portal. Your billing profile is used to manage invoices and payment methods. Invoices are generated monthly, and any available credits are automatically applied to your total charges.
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You can check your startup credit balance and expiration date from the Azure portal homepage or by [using Cost Management + Billing](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/mca-check-azure-credits-balance?tabs=portal).
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## Transition to pay-as-you-go
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Once your startup credits are exhausted or expire, your Azure Sponsorship subscription will automatically convert to a [pay-as-you-go](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/purchase-options/pay-as-you-go/) subscription. You'll only pay for what you use while continuing to access [65+ free services](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/purchase-options/azure-account?icid=payg#free-services). There's no upfront commitment, and you can [cancel your subscription](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/cancel-azure-subscription) at any time.
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## Billing and payments
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After your subscription converts to pay-as-you-go, the credit card used to activate your startup credits will be automatically [charged each billing period](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/understand/review-individual-bill) for the previous month's usage.
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You can [change the credit card on file](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/change-credit-card) or request to [pay by wire transfer](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/pay-by-invoice). To ensure a smooth transition between your sponsorship subscription and paid subscription, verify the credit card on your billing profile is up to date before your credits expire.
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## Frequently asked questions
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### Why am I being charged when I have startup credits?
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Some exclusions apply and usage may not be covered by your startup credits. To check your charges, open a support request via the Azure Portal. Select 'Help+Support' to submit a ticket.
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### How can I estimate costs of Azure services?
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Use the [pricing calculator](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/calculator) to estimate monthly costs. While your startup credits are active, your Azure usage will be 100% off standard published [pay-as-you-go](https://azure.microsoft.com/offers/ms-azr-0003p/) rates for the duration of your offer.
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### How can I monitor my Azure usage and spending?
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You can track and monitor your costs using [budgets](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/tutorial-acm-create-budgets), [cost alerts](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/cost-mgt-alerts-monitor-usage-spending), and [cost analysis](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/quick-acm-cost-analysis). For step-by-step guidance, [refer to this Microsoft Learn article](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/understand/plan-manage-costs#monitor-costs-when-using-azure-services).

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title: Get $200 in Azure Credits for Startups | Microsoft Learn
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description: Eligible startups can receive $200 in Azure credits to explore AI models and start building on Azure. Learn how to qualify, redeem your credits, and maximize your benefits within the first 60 days.
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# Get $200 to build on Azure
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Eligible startups can receive $200 USD in Azure credits to explore the latest AI models and start building on Azure. Startup credits can be used for eligible Azure products within the first 60 days of sign-up.
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Incorporated startups may qualify for up to $5,000 USD in Azure credits after completing business verification.
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Eligible startups can receive $200 USD in Azure credits to explore the latest AI models and start building on Azure. This startup credit offer can be used for [eligible Azure products](https://azure.microsoft.com/products/) within the first 60 days of sign-up.
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## Eligibility criteria
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To qualify for $200 in Azure credits, your startup must meet the following criteria:
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You must be a new customer with no prior Azure account.
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To qualify for the $200 startup credit offer, you must meet the following criteria:
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- You must be a new customer with no prior Azure account.
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- You must sign up or sign in using a valid personal Microsoft account (MSA).
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- You must be in a country/region where this Azure offer is available.
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The details of the Azure sponsorship offer can be found at [https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/offers/ms-azr-0036p/](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/offers/ms-azr-0036p/).
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Azure Service Agreement & Terms can be found at [https://azure.microsoft.com/support/legal/](https://azure.microsoft.com/support/legal/).
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## Exclusions
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The startup credit offer cannot be used for Microsoft Azure support plans, third-party branded products, products sold through Microsoft Azure Marketplace, or products otherwise sold separately from Microsoft Azure. Additionally, startup credits cannot be combined with other licensing, prepaid, or credit offers.
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By redeeming the startup credit offer, you agree not to facilitate, engage in, or participate in any use of Azure services for crypto currency mining, denial of service attacks, spamming, or illegal activity, and/or any use that could cause harm to Microsoft or others, and will enforce strong internal controls to prevent the same. If Microsoft believes for any reason that such Azure services are being used for any prohibited purpose, Microsoft may, in its sole discretion, suspend or terminate your access to the Azure services.
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## Frequently asked questions
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### How do I activate my $200 startup credit offer?
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From the Azure portal, eligible startups can sign up for Azure to redeem $200 USD in Azure credits. After signing up with a personal Microsoft account (MSA), your $200 startup credit offer will be automatically applied to your Azure Sponsorship subscription. You can start using your credits immediately for eligible Azure services.
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### Why do I need a credit card to redeem my startup credit offer?
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Your credit card is required for:
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- Identity verification.
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- Paying for services not covered by your startup credits. See [which Azure services](https://azure.microsoft.com/products/) are included.
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- A seamless transition to pay-as-you-go when your startup credits expire.
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### How long do I have to use my startup credit offer?
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You have 60 days after creating your Azure Sponsorship subscription to use your startup credits. Unused credits will expire after 60 days.
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### What happens when my $200 startup credit runs out or expires?
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Your Azure Sponsorship subscription will automatically convert to pay-as-you-go once your $200 startup credit is fully used or 60 days have passed, whichever comes first. You'll only pay for what you use while continuning to access [65+ free services](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/purchase-options/azure-account?icid=payg#free-services). There's no upfront commitment, and you can [cancel your subscription](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/cancel-azure-subscription) at any time.
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### Can I request more time to use my startup credit offer?
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No, any unused credits will expire after 60 days.
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### Can I apply my startup credits to multiple accounts?
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No, Azure benefits are applied on an account level and can't be shared or merged with multiple accounts.
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### How can I get more Azure credits?
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Startups affiliated with select investors are invited to join Microsoft for Startups to receive Azure credits, dedicated support, and discounted first- and third-party products and services. These investors have been given a code to share with startups that they work with. Investors can share this code with current startups in their cohort / programs as well as alumni. To learn more about Microsoft for Startups, refer to this Microsoft Learn article.
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### I signed in but I am seeing an error about my eligibility. What should I do?
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- Check your account type. If signed in with a work or school account, sign out and switch to an MSA.
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- Continue without credits. Explore relevant services and AI templates to build your startup on Azure.
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### How can I get help accessing my Microsoft Account (MSA)?
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See the [Microsoft Account troubleshooting guide](https://support.microsoft.com/account-billing/i-can-t-sign-in-to-my-microsoft-account-475c9b5c-8c25-49f1-9c2d-c64b7072e735) for sign-in help.

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# Startup support and troubleshooting
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Azure support and Microsoft Q&A are your go-to resources for troubleshooting issues when using your startup credits. Use these resources for break-fix support or to get answers to specific questions about Azure services.
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## Azure support
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Your startup credit offer includes a [Basic support plan](https://azure.microsoft.com/support/plans/) for your Azure Sponsorship subscription. This provides billing and subscription management support at no additional cost via the Azure portal.
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## Microsoft Q&A
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Find answers to your Azure-related questions on [Microsoft Q&A](https://learn.microsoft.com/answers/tags/503/azure-startups), a trusted platform for technical discussions on Azure services. Browse existing answers to see if your question has already been addressed or ask a new question to get guidance from Azure engineers and Community Champions.
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## Frequently asked questions
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### How do I ask a question on Microsoft Q&A?
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To ask a question, sign in to Microsoft Learn with the account linked to your Azure Sponsorship subscription, then choose "Ask a question" and post your question on [Microsoft Q&A](https://learn.microsoft.com/answers/tags/503/azure-startups).
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### How do I create a support request?
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To create a support request, go to [Help + support](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?linkid=2201834) in the Azure portal. For detailed instructions, see [how to create an Azure support request](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/azure-portal/supportability/how-to-create-azure-support-request).
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### I'm having trouble redeeming my startup credits. How do I get support if I don't have an Azure subscription yet?
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You can create a subscription management support request in the Azure portal even if your subscription has not yet been created.
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### How do I get technical support?
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Technical support is provided through a paid Azure support plan. [Compare Azure support plans](https://azure.microsoft.com/support/plans/). Azure support plans are not covered by your startup credits.
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description: Discover two ways to build your startup with Microsoft. Access Azure startup credits or join Microsoft for Startups for exclusive benefits. Learn how to apply based on your startup's needs and eligibility.
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# Two ways to build Your startup with Microsoft
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### Can I receive the startup credit offer and join Microsoft for Startups?
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