# Google for Startups Cloud Program: up to $350,000 in credits

- Provider: Google Cloud (Google Cloud)
- Status: Active
- Benefit: 350,000 USD credit (up to, over 2 years)
- Included: 350000 USD credit (up to, over 2 years)
- Account required: Yes
- Checked by editor: Nov 9, 2026
- Link: direct to the provider; no affiliate or sponsored arrangement applies
- Page: https://strixed.com/offers/google-for-startups-cloud-credits

Google for Startups Cloud offers Pre-Seed to Series A startups up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits over two years, with AI startups eligible for a larger first-year share and additional Workspace and Maps benefits.

Limitations: AI startups can receive 100% of up to $250,000 in year one and 20% of up to $100,000 in year two; other startups can receive up to $100,000 in year one and $100,000 in year two. Third-party models and marketplace products are excluded, and credits cannot be shared or resold.

Questions:
- Q: Who can apply?
  A: Pre-Seed to Series A startups founded within the last three to five years. You need a business website, a matching email domain and a Google Cloud billing account, and Google Cloud must be generally available in your region.
- Q: How much do non-AI startups receive?
  A: Other startups can receive up to $100,000 in year one and $100,000 in year two.
- Q: Is there an option for younger startups?
  A: Yes. A $2,000 Start tier exists for younger startups with an MVP.
- Q: What is excluded?
  A: Third-party models and marketplace products are excluded, and credits cannot be shared or resold. Agencies, consultancies, nonprofits, educational institutions and several other categories are not eligible.

Sources checked:
- https://cloud.google.com/startup (other)