Weights & Biases Startup Credits
ML experiment tracking and LLM evaluation platform offering startups discounted Pro access, mainly through Microsoft and Google Cloud partner programs.
Quick answer
Weights & Biases offers eligible startups up to $3,000 in credits and resources, with no equity required. An application is required, and it is open to startups worldwide (pre-seed – series a).
Available programs
50% off Pro for 1 year (~$3,000)
W&B for Startups (via partners)
Discounted W&B Pro access for new customers via Microsoft for Startups, plus a Weave 30-day trial through Google Cloud Startup Perks.
- 50% off the W&B Pro plan for one year via Microsoft for Startups
- Experiment tracking, Weave tracing and evals, and model registry
- Weave 30-day free trial via Google Cloud Startup Perks
Best for
Do you qualify for Weights & Biases?
You likely qualify if
- You are a new W&B customer
- You are a member of Microsoft for Startups or Google Cloud Startup Perks
- You are an early-stage AI startup
You won't qualify if
- You are an existing or paying W&B customer
- You are not enrolled in a qualifying partner program
Common rejection reasons
- Not a new customer (existing W&B account)
- Not a member of the required partner program
How to apply for Weights & Biases
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Qualify for a partner program
Join Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub or Google Cloud Startup Perks to access the W&B offer.
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Redeem the W&B offer
Use the partner link to claim 50% off W&B Pro, or activate the Weave 30-day trial via Google Cloud.
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Weights & Biases commonly pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Weights & Biases give startups?
Weights & Biases provides eligible startups with up to $3,000 in credits and resources across its programs.
Does Weights & Biases take equity from startups?
No. Weights & Biases's startup credits and perks are non-dilutive — you do not give up any equity to receive them.
Who qualifies for Weights & Biases?
Eligible startups generally must meet criteria such as: New W&B customer (Microsoft offer is new-customers-only); Member of a qualifying partner program (Microsoft for Startups or Google Cloud Startup Perks).
Is Weights & Biases free for startups?
Applying is free. Weights & Biases provides up to $3,000 in credits and resources with no equity required.
How do I apply for Weights & Biases?
1) Qualify for a partner program, 2) Redeem the W&B offer. Full steps are on this page.
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