Modal Startup Credits
Serverless GPU and CPU compute platform offering early-stage AI startups up to $25K in credits, engineering support, and a founder community.
Quick answer
Modal offers eligible startups up to $25,000 in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (seed – series a).
Available programs
Up to $25,000 in credits
Modal Startup Program
Up to $25,000 in Modal credits valid 12 months across GPU and CPU compute, storage, and endpoints, plus engineering and GTM support.
- Up to $25K in GPU and CPU compute credits over 12 months
- Direct access to Modal's engineering team and GTM amplification
- Exclusive founder community access
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Do you qualify for Modal?
You likely qualify if
- You are new to Modal
- You are pre-Series B with an AI/ML use case
- You raised over $1M from any fund or a partner-network VC
You won't qualify if
- You are Series C or later, past the program tiers
- You are an existing paid Modal customer
Common rejection reasons
- Series C-plus funding stage
- Already a paying Modal customer
How to apply for Modal
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1
Create and verify a Modal account
Sign up at modal.com and verify your team as new to the platform.
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2
Submit the startup application
Apply at modal.com/startups with your funding information and use case.
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3
Get credits provisioned
On approval, up to $25K in credits are provisioned to your account for 12 months.
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Founders who claim Modal commonly pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Modal give startups?
Modal provides eligible startups with up to $25,000 in credits and resources across its programs.
Does Modal take equity from startups?
No. Modal's startup credits and perks are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Modal?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: New to Modal (not an existing paid customer); Raised from a Modal VC partner, or over $1M from any fund (Seed-Series A).
Is Modal free for startups?
Applying is free. Modal provides up to $25,000 in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Modal?
1) Create and verify a Modal account, 2) Submit the startup application, 3) Get credits provisioned. Full steps are on this page.
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