Credits- Offered in
- 5 places
- Best via
- Google Cloud
OpenAI for startups
Up to $5,000: Up to $5,000 in OpenAI API credits for venture-backed startups through OpenAI for Startups, offered in 3 places. Compare the terms, then claim through the one you qualify for.
- Vendor
- OpenAI
- Perk type
- Credits
- Category
- Developer Tools
- Best offer
- Up to $5,000: Up to $5,000 in OpenAI API credits for venture-backed startups through OpenAI for Startups.
- Offered in
- 3 places
- Last checked
- Sep 29, 2026
Where to get it
3 places offer OpenAI perks
The same tool often comes with different terms depending on where you get it. Each row is one channel, as it publishes the offer.
| Channel | Offer | How to get it | Last checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Credit for StartupsPerk marketplaceBest offer | Up to $5,000: Up to $5,000 in OpenAI API credits for venture-backed startups through OpenAI for Startups. | Through the marketplace | Sep 29, 2026 | Get it |
 RampPartner program | Startups can receive OpenAI API credits to explore the possibilities of building on top of the OpenAI platform. | Application | Sep 29, 2026 | Get it |
| Brex Partner program | Brex customers can access $1,000 in OpenAI credits for 1 year. | Application | Sep 29, 2026 | Get it |
Eligibility
Who qualifies
What each channel asks for before it approves the offer.
- Through Credit for Startups, Ramp and Brex
- Available through VCs. Ask your VC or perk platform directly. Public OpenAI page points back to investors.
About OpenAI
Up to $2,500 in OpenAI API credits (via VC/partner).
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- Offered in
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Questions about the OpenAI startup deal
Where can startups get a OpenAI deal?
3 places offer it: Credit for Startups (Up to $5,000: Up to $5,000 in OpenAI API credits for venture-backed startups through OpenAI for Startups.), Ramp (Startups can receive OpenAI API credits to explore the possibilities of building on top of the OpenAI platform.) and Brex (Brex customers can access $1,000 in OpenAI credits for 1 year.). Terms differ by channel, so compare them in the table above.
How do you claim the OpenAI startup deal?
Through through the marketplace and application. Open the channel from the table, check who qualifies, then follow its steps. Some channels ask for a membership or an application first.
Who qualifies for the OpenAI startup deal?
Through Credit for Startups, Ramp and Brex: Available through VCs. Ask your VC or perk platform directly. Public OpenAI page points back to investors.
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