ElevenLabs Startup Credits
33 million characters (over 680 hours of Agents usage) for 12 months, worth $5,500+, for startups with fewer than 25 employees.
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ElevenLabs offers eligible startups up to $5,500+ in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (any stage).
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$5,500+ (33M characters)
ElevenLabs Startup Grants
12 months of 33 million characters of audio generation, equivalent to 680+ hours of conversational AI audio.
- 33 million characters
- Over 680 hours of Agents usage
- 12-month grant period
- $5,500+ in value
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Do you qualify for ElevenLabs?
You likely qualify if
- Your company has fewer than 25 employees at time of application
- You apply with a valid business email
- You have a clear business or monetization strategy
You won't qualify if
- You are an agency, consulting firm, or SMB
- Your project targets children 18 or under
- You are an existing ElevenLabs enterprise customer
Common rejection reasons
- No business or monetization strategy described in the application
- Application submitted with a personal rather than business email
How to apply for ElevenLabs
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1
Check eligibility
Fewer than 25 employees, a business or monetization strategy, and a valid business email. No agencies, consulting firms, SMBs, one-off projects, or projects targeting children 18 or under.
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2
Prepare your details
Describe your product and how you’ll use ElevenLabs.
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3
Apply via ElevenLabs Grants
Submit the application form at elevenlabs.io/grants-application.
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Get approved
Receive 33 million characters (over 680 hours of Agents usage) for 12 months, worth $5,500+.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does ElevenLabs give startups?
ElevenLabs provides eligible startups with up to $5,500+ in credits and resources across its programs.
Does ElevenLabs take equity from startups?
No. ElevenLabs's startup credits and perks are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for ElevenLabs?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Fewer than 25 employees when you apply; A business or monetization strategy; A valid business email.
Is ElevenLabs free for startups?
Applying is free. ElevenLabs provides up to $5,500+ in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for ElevenLabs?
1) Check eligibility, 2) Prepare your details, 3) Apply via ElevenLabs Grants, 4) Get approved. Full steps are on this page.
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