What you get in the program?
12 Months Free Workspace
Get the Business Plus edition (normally $18/user/mo) completely free for your first year. Includes 5TB storage and advanced security.
Up to $200k Cloud Credits
Cover your server costs as you scale. Startups receive between $2,000 and $200,000 in Google Cloud credits.
Check Your Eligibility
The Google for Startups Cloud Program has specific requirements based on your funding stage.
- Technology startup not yet funded by an institutional investor
- Founded within the last 5 years
- Not yet received Google Cloud credits (beyond the free trial)
- New comprehensive Workspace customer
- Equity funded (Pre-seed to Series A)
- Founded within the last 10 years
- Not received more than $5,000 in Google Cloud credits
- New comprehensive Workspace customer
Why Google gives startups "Business Plus"?
The Business Plus edition is normally $18/user/mo, but tailored for high-growth startups for a reason.
Investor Due Diligence
Includes Google Vault for eDiscovery and data retention. Essential when you are raising rounds or undergoing audits.
Device Security
Advanced endpoint management to secure your IP. Wipe devices remotely if a laptop is lost or stolen.
Large Team Capacity
Host up to 500 participants in Meet. Record meetings for user interviews or team syncs across timezones.
How to apply?
- 1 Verify Eligibility
- 2 Prepare Your Info
- 3 Apply via Portal
- 4 Activate Benefits
Pre-Application Checklist
Which offer is right for you?
| Feature | Startup Program | GWsave Promo Codes |
|---|---|---|
| Discount | 100% (Free) | 10% |
| Duration | 12 Months | 12 Months |
| Eligibility | Strict (App required) | Instant (Anyone) |
| Edition | Business Plus | Starter or Standard |
| Time to Redeem | Days (Review) | Instant |
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Common Questions
- Yes. Eligible startups in the Start Tier receive 12 months of Google Workspace Business Plus for free for new sign-ups. This is a substantial saving designed to help you scale without overhead.
- Generally, you need to be a tech startup founded within the last 5 years (Start Tier) or 10 years (Scale Tier), have not previously received significant cloud credits, and have a verifiable company website and email domain.
- After the 12-month period, your subscription will renew at the standard price. You can choose to downgrade to a different edition (like Business Starter or Standard) if your needs change.
- The 12-month free Workspace benefit is specifically for new Google Workspace domains. If you have been paying for Workspace for more than 31 days, you are typically not eligible for the free year, but you can still apply for Cloud credits.
- Applications are usually reviewed within a few business days. You will be notified via email about your acceptance and how to activate your benefits.