Vercel Startup Credits
Vercel for Startups: up to $30,000 in Vercel usage credit (valid up to 1 year) plus Enterprise-tier access, for Series A-or-earlier startups backed by an approved Vercel Startups Partner, applying within 12 months of their last round.
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Vercel offers eligible startups up to $30,000 in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide with a referral from a partner investor or accelerator (pre-seed – series a).
Available programs
Up to $30,000
Vercel for Startups
Up to $30,000 as a Flexible Commitment Amount (varies by partner), valid for up to 1 year, plus Enterprise-tier access. For Series A-or-earlier startups affiliated with an approved Vercel Startups Partner.
- Up to $30,000 in Vercel usage credit (varies by partner)
- Credit valid for up to 1 year
- Enterprise-tier access
Annual cohort
Vercel AI Accelerator
A separate, competitive annual cohort, not an ongoing perk. The 2026 cohort had 39 teams and $8M+ in partner credits, with Demo Day in April 2026. Currently closed.
- Annual competitive cohort (currently closed)
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Do you qualify for Vercel?
You likely qualify if
- You are affiliated with an approved Vercel Startups Partner
- You are Series A or earlier and your most recent round was within the last 12 months
- You have not received Vercel credits before
- You have a company website and a matching-domain email
You won't qualify if
- Your investor is not an approved Vercel Startups Partner
- Your last round was more than 12 months ago
- You already received Vercel credits
Common rejection reasons
- No proof of affiliation with an approved Vercel Startups Partner
- Applied more than 12 months after the most recent round
How to apply for Vercel
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Confirm your partner affiliation
You need to be affiliated with an approved Vercel Startups Partner and show screenshot proof. If your VC is not a partner, they can request to join at vercel.com/startups/partners.
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Check timing and stage
You must be Series A or earlier and apply within 12 months of your most recent round, with no prior Vercel credits.
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Apply at vercel.com/startups/credits
Use your company website and an email on the matching domain. Review takes 5–7 days.
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Use the credit within a year
Approved startups get up to $30,000 as a Flexible Commitment Amount (varies by partner), valid for up to 1 year, plus Enterprise-tier access.
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Founders who claim Vercel commonly pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Vercel give startups?
Vercel provides eligible startups with up to $30,000 in credits and resources across its programs.
Does Vercel take equity from startups?
No. Vercel's startup credits and perks are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Vercel?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: Affiliated with an approved Vercel Startups Partner (screenshot proof); Series A or earlier, applying within 12 months of your most recent round; No prior Vercel credits.
Is Vercel free for startups?
Applying is free. Vercel provides up to $30,000 in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Vercel?
1) Confirm your partner affiliation, 2) Check timing and stage, 3) Apply at vercel.com/startups/credits, 4) Use the credit within a year. Full steps are on this page.
