Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
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Microsoft for Startups Credits Inaccessible for Months, Blocking Azure Production Launch
We are currently part of Microsoft for Startups / Founders Hub and have been unable to access or use our Azure sponsorship credits that for several months despite multiple support requests and escalation attempts and the credits saying available in our…
Azure | Azure Startups
asked 2026-05-13T09:26:55.8433333+00:00
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J Robson
0
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edited an answer 2026-06-04T21:11:54.45+00:00
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Suchitra Suregaunkar
14,420
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Moderator
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Founders Hub Application Redirects to Azure Portal
Hello, I would like to apply for Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub using my Microsoft account. However, when I go to the Founders Hub website and click "Apply Now" or sign in with my Microsoft account, I am redirected back to the Azure Portal…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-04T20:56:32.3533333+00:00
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Muhammet İkbal koc
0
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answered 2026-06-04T21:09:22.53+00:00
Muhammet İkbal koc
0
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2 answers
Startup Credit experience
I've been part of the Microsoft for Startups program for nearly a year, and I wanted to share some honest feedback on the experience. For most of that year I could see my Azure credit on my account, but I was never able to actually apply it to anything.…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-04T19:22:06.71+00:00
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Greg Anderson
0
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answered 2026-06-04T19:45:41.6333333+00:00
Greg Anderson
0
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1 answer
Founders Hub: LinkedIn Verification BadRequest (Conflict) & Startup Portal Login Loop
Hi Microsoft Support Team, I am experiencing a critical blocking issue with my Microsoft for Startups Founders Hub account. I am unable to verify my LinkedIn profile (in order to get startup-status and benefits) and, at the same time, I am completely…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
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Request to Restore Microsoft for Startups $1,000 Azure Credit Eligibility
I accidentally skipped or did not click the "Verify with LinkedIn" step that is required to redeem the initial $1,000 Azure credit. After continuing through the process, the option no longer appears in my account. I would like to know if it is…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-04T05:12:33.24+00:00
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Minyoung An
0
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answered 2026-06-04T05:12:49.52+00:00
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Azure for Startups $1,000 credits not applied to my MCA subscription
My Microsoft for Startups dashboard shows $1,000 Azure for Startups credits (expiring Aug 31, 2026), but they were never applied to my subscription (on an MCA billing account — not visible in Cost Management or the Azure Sponsorships portal). The support…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-02T16:39:42.2+00:00
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Geunhee Park
20
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accepted 2026-06-04T04:13:18.2466667+00:00
Geunhee Park
20
Reputation points
2 answers
Subscription `quotaId` invisibly gates service availability
Hi everyone, We are migrating a production system from Railway and Supabase to Azure. I applied to the Microsoft for Startups program and received $1,000 in Azure credits after validating my LinkedIn and company profiles. The first 24 hours of trying to…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-04T01:23:44.8333333+00:00
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Kevin Zhao
0
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answered 2026-06-04T02:47:17.8266667+00:00
Kevin Zhao
0
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1 answer
How can we extend our azure credits time.
I was wondering if we could get an extension on our azure credits
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-05-29T00:50:56.01+00:00
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Nicolas Frendo
0
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edited the question 2026-06-04T00:21:02.5566667+00:00
Nicolas Frendo
0
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1 answer
Unable to Access Microsoft for Startups Portal, Redirected Back to Login Screen After Authentication
Hello, I am experiencing an issue accessing the Microsoft for Startups portal. When I navigate to https://portal.startups.microsoft.com/login and select "Sign in with your Microsoft account," the authentication process appears to complete…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-03T23:17:07.0533333+00:00
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Clayton Purdy
0
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answered 2026-06-03T23:17:23.93+00:00
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Azure for Startups startup verification failed - "We couldn't verify your startup" error for opsagents.agency domain
I am requesting manual review of my Azure for Startups startup verification. Issue: The Azure for Startups page shows "We couldn't verify your startup. We'll switch you to a pay-as-you-go subscription once your original $1,000 in credits run out or…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-05-28T02:23:02.19+00:00
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Michal Shatz
0
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edited the question 2026-06-03T20:32:13.5333333+00:00
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Alexandra Tanasescu
0
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Moderator
1 answer
Can not login to portal.startups.microsoft.com or Foundershub
Hello, we are experiencing issues logging into either the Startups Portal or Founders Hub. We successfully opened an Azure subscription through the Startups Portal and were awarded the $1,000 credits. However, we are now stuck and unable to proceed with…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-03T15:47:31.9733333+00:00
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Konrad Mach
0
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answered 2026-06-03T15:53:30.99+00:00
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Somesh Chandra
0
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1 answer
Problem with Microsoft for Startups
Hello, I am a Microsoft for Startups member and I am unable to access the Founders Hub dashboard. Every time I try to access foundershub.startups.microsoft.com or portal.startups.microsoft.com, I get redirected to the signup/registration page instead…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-03-24T02:34:00.34+00:00
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MrVraya
25
Reputation points
commented 2026-06-03T15:48:19.2633333+00:00
Konrad Mach
0
Reputation points
3 answers
Login Loop Issue – Unable to Access Microsoft for Startups Portal
Hello Microsoft for Startups Support Team, I am facing a persistent login loop issue while trying to access the Microsoft for Startups / Founders Hub portal. Issue details: URL: https://portal.startups.microsoft.com/login I enter my email and complete…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-05-19T08:25:35.6533333+00:00
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Lead Lense
0
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commented 2026-06-03T08:13:05.7833333+00:00
Lead Lense
0
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1 answer
Startup verification — received “We couldn’t verify your startup” message
Hi, I’m trying to re‑apply for Azure Startup credits, but I’m now receiving this message: “We couldn’t verify your startup. We’ll switch you to a pay‑as‑you‑go subscription once your original $1,000 in credits run out or expire.” For context: My…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-02T23:58:00.42+00:00
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Sanjay DUDDUPUDI
0
Reputation points
answered 2026-06-03T07:50:51.2666667+00:00
Amira Bedhiafi
42,046
Reputation points MVP
Volunteer Moderator
1 answer
Founders Hub: Cannot sign in via LinkedIn ("User not found") + Business Verification pending for 10+ business days
Hello, I am experiencing two issues with my Microsoft for Startups / Founders Hub account. Portal login issue I signed up for Founders Hub via LinkedIn on May 20, 2026 and successfully completed Tier 1. My Azure sponsorship credits are active and…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-03T01:35:12.2333333+00:00
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Ryo
0
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answered 2026-06-03T01:35:29.8133333+00:00
AI answer
1 answer
This account can't be used for Microsoft for Startups credits
Microsoft for startup I tried to Signup for Microsoft for startup program. After creating an outlook account I have been asked to verify my linkedin to unlock $1000 credits which I did and then I was redirected to Azure Signup page during the signup…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-02T15:42:46+00:00
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Muhammad Usman Azhar
5
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answered 2026-06-02T15:43:07.68+00:00
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1 answer
Azure Start-up credit disaappeared after the subscription moved to new tenant
Hello team, I have successfully moved the subscription from one tenant to another and have received the below email as a confirmation - Your subscription is being moved to tenant 4407d3e5-096a-43b1-97cd-54a5054173e6 [******@hotmail.com] is moving the…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-02T15:38:17.3866667+00:00
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Keval Madhvani
0
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answered 2026-06-02T15:38:31.8533333+00:00
AI answer
2 answers
Need help with Microsoft Azure Credits; Can't get a rep to talk to
Hi. I need help. I signed up for a Microsoft Azure account assuming I'd be able to apply for startup credits. I did not know you had to apply for credits first - which is just bizarre. I got someone from MSFT responding saying delete/close that account…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-02T13:23:30.0633333+00:00
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David Gearhart
0
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answered 2026-06-02T14:19:45.2933333+00:00
David Gearhart
0
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0 answers
Help Resolve Error message: interaction_required: AADSTS5000225
@Anonymous I've seen in other post where you were able to help resolve. Can you please help? Error message: interaction_required: AADSTS5000225: This tenant has been blocked due to inactivity. To learn more about tenant lifecycle policies, see…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
asked 2026-06-01T23:47:16.7933333+00:00
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Nyco Berumen
0
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commented 2026-06-02T08:53:54.1266667+00:00
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VEMULA SRISAI
13,140
Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
Moderator
1 answer
Ineligible for Azure credits after Antler Founders referral without code
This account is showing as ineligible for Azure credits. I was referred by Antler, a partner in the Founders program, but they did not provide a referral code. Could you confirm whether this account can still receive Azure credits through the Antler…
Azure | Azure Startups
Azure | Azure Startups
Startups: Companies that are in their initial stages of business and typically developing a business model and seeking financing.
1,365 questions
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