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Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
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Founders Hub Milestone 3: workload counting, $1-threshold mechanics, and clock completion after credit expiration — several clarifying questions
We're working toward Milestone 3 ($25,000 credits) under Founders Hub. We initially tracked only "5+ distinct Azure workloads with sustained usage" and missed that each workload must also independently maintain at least $1 in spend. We found…
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2026-09-10T15:14:34.7466667+00:00
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Tomohiro Uemura
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2026-09-10T16:54:53.68+00:00
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Bharath Y P
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Microsoft for Startups support inaccessible — Azure Portal error prevents access to Program Support
Hello Microsoft Support, I am the founder of UNFA (Unified Neural Architecture), an AI startup currently trying to complete the Microsoft for Startups application and access the Azure startup credits. I am unable to reach Microsoft for Startups Program…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-10T14:10:13.56+00:00
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AMEEN AL-SHANAI
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2026-09-10T14:25:01.6833333+00:00
AMEEN AL-SHANAI
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Urgent billing review requested: unexpected Claude charges through Microsoft Foundry under Microsoft for Startups
I am a Microsoft for Startups participant and have been using Azure under the Startup sponsorship subscription since February 2026. I am requesting an Azure Billing review and discretionary adjustment for unexpected Claude charges incurred through…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-10T10:39:48.1233333+00:00
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Arvind Jadli
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2026-09-10T10:39:48.1233333+00:00
Arvind Jadli
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Microsoft for Startups business verification rejects valid Dutch KVK number
I am enrolled in the new Microsoft for Startups Preview experience in Azure and have successfully unlocked the initial Azure startup credits. I am now trying to complete business verification for DIVENIQ, a legally registered Dutch sole proprietorship…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-09T17:58:27.0266667+00:00
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Sebastian Mandrysz
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2026-09-09T17:58:27.0266667+00:00
Sebastian Mandrysz
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Azure for Startups: Milestone 3 ($25,000) – Workload Definition, $1 Spend Threshold & Eligibility
I’m looking for clarification regarding the Milestone 3 ($25,000 USD) requirements under Microsoft for Startups Azure credits. The wording around workloads and the $1 spend requirement is a little unclear. 1. $1 spend threshold: How exactly is the $1…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
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2026-09-09T14:22:50.44+00:00
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Harsh Nilve
0
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2026-09-09T14:22:50.44+00:00
Harsh Nilve
0
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Microsoft for Startups Milestone 3 ($25K Azure Credits) Not Triggered After Meeting 60-Day Workload Requirements
Hello Microsoft for Startups Team, We are currently participating in Microsoft for Startups and have received the previous Azure credit milestone. According to the Microsoft for Startups documentation, Milestone 3 provides $25,000 in Azure credits after…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-08-21T07:21:30.1533333+00:00
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Mukul Munjal
5
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2026-09-09T14:02:26.69+00:00
Harsh Nilve
0
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Microsoft for Startups $25K milestone — what time period does the $1 per workload requirement apply to?
Microsoft's documentation for the Microsoft for Startups $25,000 Azure credit milestone states that a startup must have at least 5 Azure workloads, "each with at least $1 in spend," and maintain the required workload count for approximately 60…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-08-13T13:07:31.18+00:00
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Ahmed Abbas
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2026-09-09T13:56:00.4333333+00:00
Harsh Nilve
0
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How to appeal Startup verification We couldn’t verify your startup. We’ll switch you to a pay-as-you-go subscription once your remaining Azure credits run out or expire.
How can I raise appeal to reapply verification Startup verification We couldn’t verify your startup.We’ll switch you to a pay-as-you-go subscription once your remaining Azure credits run out or expire.
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-09T10:03:12.63+00:00
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Tauseef Khan
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2026-09-09T10:03:12.63+00:00
Tauseef Khan
0
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How to access my Azure account?
I cannot sign in to my Azure account. I lost ability to sign in sometime in July. In June I was able to sign in. For this reason I am not able to submit a support ticket in Azure! I have tried other ways, but they lead to nothing. Just wasted time on…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-09T09:51:21.22+00:00
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Jarmo Muukka
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2026-09-09T09:51:21.22+00:00
Jarmo Muukka
0
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No Follow Up on Microsoft for Startups failed Verification, and Preview portal has no Program Support option
My Microsoft for Startups business verification failed with “We couldn’t verify your startup.”, and there's nowhere to follow up and request a re-review. Our startup is officially incorporated as a Delaware C Corp with all documents approved and in…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-09T09:42:44.31+00:00
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Srinadh Yeddanapudi
0
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answered
2026-09-09T09:43:04.0233333+00:00
AI answer
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Microsoft for Startups verification failed — support loop prevents manual review
Hi, My Microsoft for Startups business verification failed, but the portal only says “We couldn’t verify your startup” and does not give me a reason or a way to correct the application. I’m using the new Microsoft for Startups Preview experience in Azure…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-08-30T23:28:50.6366667+00:00
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matthew hinkle
0
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2026-09-08T19:16:01.2066667+00:00
matthew hinkle
0
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Microsoft for Startups — "We couldn't verify your startup," no way to resubmit or open a ticket (credits expire Sep 23, 2026)
My Microsoft for Startups business verification has failed. On the Microsoft for Startups page in the Azure Portal, the only option is "Check verification status," which returns "We couldn't verify your startup" — no reason given, no…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-08T17:38:18.53+00:00
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Haley Beckmann
0
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2026-09-08T17:38:18.53+00:00
Haley Beckmann
0
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Inquiry regarding credit milestone progression (from $5K) for bootstrapped startups applying via NVIDIA Inception
Hello, I am writing to clarify the credit milestone progression path for an early-stage, bootstrapped AI startup. We are currently members of the NVIDIA Inception program, which grants us access to an initial $5,000 Azure credit package (Milestone 2)…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-06-21T14:26:08.7466667+00:00
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Magnus Kobbeltvedt Haga
5
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answered
2026-09-08T16:20:21.68+00:00
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Michael Freeman
0
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Microsoft for Startups LinkedIn verification does not redirect.
Microsoft for Startups LinkedIn verification does not redirect. Portal: Azure preview dashboard, Unlock $200 credits Console/Network errors: GET https://startupsweb.production.portalrp.azure.com/api/auth/linkedin/auth-url?api-version=2026-07-01-preview…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
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identifier Microsoft expects for an Ontario sole proprietorship
I’m applying for Microsoft for Startups in Canada on a registered company I’m blocked at the business verification step. Ontario issued my business a 9-digit Business Identification Number (BIN). However, the Microsoft for Startups portal requires the…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-07T22:18:39.5933333+00:00
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Raunak Sharan
0
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2026-09-07T22:18:39.5933333+00:00
Raunak Sharan
0
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Trying to create a free account, can not proceed to step 2. 'Next' button is greyed out
Trying to create a free account. Entered pertinent info at step 1. After phone number, tab pressed, but nothing else appears. "next button' is greyed out.
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-05T07:36:37.18+00:00
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Richard Rendon
20
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answered
2026-09-07T17:13:41.42+00:00
Richard Rendon
20
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Microsoft starups program
I'm a solo software developer in California building my own software product. I operate as an individual and haven’t formed an LLC or corporation. Does a sole proprietorship qualify for Microsoft for Startups? Would an IRS-issued EIN satisfy business…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-07T06:05:29.12+00:00
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Anthony Enriquez
0
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edited the question
2026-09-07T06:06:13.59+00:00
Anthony Enriquez
0
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Microsoft for Startups verification failed, and Preview portal has no Program Support option
My Microsoft for Startups business verification failed with “We couldn’t verify your startup.” I identified a likely address mismatch between my Microsoft submission and the company’s official records. Our IRS CP 575 and D-U-N-S record both show 505…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-07T03:47:55.3766667+00:00
Srinadh Yeddanapudi
0
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Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub You're not eligible for an Azure free account
Hello, I am trying to apply for Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub for my startup, (removed by Moderator) Microsoft account email: ******@gmail.com, Country: India My Microsoft account was successfully verified with: LinkedIn profile Payment card (a…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-09-06T13:27:26.4433333+00:00
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Rolex Digital
0
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edited the question
2026-09-06T13:37:35.5466667+00:00
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JuliaMarvin
22,275
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Volunteer Moderator
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Founders Hub sign-in redirects to Azure portal with no verification form, additional credits refused as a result
TITLE FIELD: Founders Hub sign-in redirects to Azure portal with no verification form, additional credits refused as a result DETAILS FIELD: everything below the line. Signing in to Founders Hub redirects to the Azure portal. No dashboard, no business…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,639 questions
asked
2026-08-27T15:37:22.0033333+00:00
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Henrik Pedersen
20
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edited the question
2026-09-05T19:19:04.64+00:00
Dumba_M3
7,375
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