🌐 Cloud
Free Cloud Credits & Hosting
Deploy your projects without worrying about infrastructure costs. Access free cloud credits from AWS Activate, Microsoft Azure, DigitalOcean, Vercel, Cloudflare, and Railway — collectively worth over $150K for eligible startups and students.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much free cloud credit can startups get?
Startups can get up to $100K from AWS Activate, up to $150K from Microsoft for Startups, plus credits from DigitalOcean, Vercel, and others. Total potential value exceeds $300K.
Do students get free cloud hosting?
Yes. Students get $200 in DigitalOcean credits through GitHub Education, $100 in Azure credits, free Railway deployment credits, and Vercel's generous free tier.
Can I combine multiple cloud credit programs?
Absolutely. There's no restriction against using credits from multiple providers. Many startups use AWS for compute, Vercel for frontend, and Cloudflare for CDN simultaneously.
Do cloud credits expire?
Most cloud credits expire after 1-2 years. AWS Activate credits last 2 years, Azure student credits last 12 months. Check each program for specific terms.