Startups that have raised $10M or less, especially AI-native ones, can apply for 12 months of free DigitalOcean cloud credits (in-kind, not cash). The amount varies and the page does not state it. No investor is needed, but agencies and consultancies are excluded.
DigitalOcean Startups, formerly called Hatch, gives startups 12 months of DigitalOcean cloud credits plus perks, and prioritizes AI-native startups. Startups backed by a partner VC, incubator or accelerator get their award level through that partner, and others can apply directly by choosing 'Other'.
Must have raised $10 million or less
Must have a company website and an email address on the company domain
Must create a new DigitalOcean team account with a business email and a valid credit card
For startups that have not used prior DigitalOcean credits
AI-native startups are prioritized; service-based startups (consulting, web/app development services, marketing agencies) are not eligible
No VC or accelerator affiliation is required (select 'Other' in the application)
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