Addressing warnings and suggestions from previous build, fixes relative links and removes hard coded locales.

Author: jesscraze

articles/signups/TOC.yml

@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@
     href: azure-usage.md
   - name: Help and support
     href: startup-help.md
-  - name: Joining Microsoft for Startups
+  - name: Understanding your credit offer
     href: startup-programs.md
 - name: Resources
   items:

articles/signups/azure-usage.md

@@ -14,17 +14,17 @@ ms.date: 04/03/2025
 
 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.
 
-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).
+You can check your startup credit balance and expiration date from the Azure portal homepage or by [using Cost Management + Billing](/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/mca-check-azure-credits-balance).
 
 ## Transition to pay-as-you-go
 
-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.
+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](/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/cancel-azure-subscription) at any time.
 
 ## Billing and payments
 
-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.
+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](/azure/cost-management-billing/understand/review-individual-bill) for the previous month's usage.
 
-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.
+You can [change the credit card on file](/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/change-credit-card) or request to [pay by wire transfer](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.
 
 ## Frequently asked questions
 
@@ -38,4 +38,4 @@ Use the [pricing calculator](https://azure.microsoft.com/pricing/calculator) to
 
 ### How can I monitor my Azure usage and spending?
 
-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).
+You can track and monitor your costs using [budgets](/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/tutorial-acm-create-budgets), [cost alerts](/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/cost-mgt-alerts-monitor-usage-spending), and [cost analysis](/azure/cost-management-billing/costs/quick-acm-cost-analysis). For step-by-step guidance, [refer to this Microsoft Learn article](/azure/cost-management-billing/understand/plan-manage-costs#monitor-costs-when-using-azure-services).

articles/signups/overview.md

@@ -51,7 +51,7 @@ You have 60 days after creating your Azure Sponsorship subscription to use your
 
 ### What happens when my $200 startup credit runs out or expires?
 
-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.
+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](/azure/cost-management-billing/manage/cancel-azure-subscription) at any time.
 
 ### Can I request more time to use my startup credit offer?
 

articles/signups/startup-help.md

@@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ To ask a question, sign in to Microsoft Learn with the account linked to your Az
 
 ### How do I create a support request?
 
-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).
+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](/azure/azure-portal/supportability/how-to-create-azure-support-request).
 
 ### I'm having trouble redeeming my startup credits. How do I get support if I don't have an Azure subscription yet?
 
@@ -42,4 +42,4 @@ Technical support is provided through a paid Azure support plan. [Compare Azure
 
 ### Where can I find Azure documentation and learning resources?
 
-Find Azure documentation, example code, tutorials, and more on [Microsoft Learn](https://learn.microsoft.com/azure/).
+Find Azure documentation, example code, tutorials, and more on [Microsoft Learn](/azure/).

articles/signups/startup-programs.md

@@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ To qualify for the $200 startup credit offer, you must meet the following criter
 
 ### How do I apply for Microsoft for Startups?
 
-Microsoft for Startups accepts new startups into the program through a select group of investor partners. 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 cohorts / programs as well as alumni. To learn more, [refer to this Microsoft Learn article](https://learn.microsoft.com/microsoft-for-startups/application).
+Microsoft for Startups accepts new startups into the program through a select group of investor partners. 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 cohorts / programs as well as alumni. To learn more, [refer to this Microsoft Learn article](/microsoft-for-startups/application).
 
 ### Can I receive the startup credit offer and join Microsoft for Startups?