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Deepgram for Startups
Up to $100,000 over 12 months
Open to AllVerified — OpenVoice, Speech, Video & Media
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Up to $100,000 in Deepgram API credits over 12 months for early-stage startups building with STT, TTS, and Voice Agent APIs.
Program tiers
| Tier | Value | Access | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Startup Credits | $100K | self serve | Covers Nova STT, Aura TTS, diarization, and Voice Agent APIs; valid 12 months |
Eligibility
- Bootstrapped founders eligible
- Registered legal entity required
- Company website required
- Business email matching domain
- Separate legal entities can apply independently
How to apply
- 1Confirm eligibility (stage, funding, entity requirements) on the official program page
- 2Use a business email and website matching your legal entity domain
- 3Submit the application via the official apply link
- 4Activate credits within the provider's stated window after approval
Important notes
- Requires active Deepgram account and Project ID. Must be in production or launching within 6 months and raised less than $10M. Credits deposited within 24–48 hours of approval. Agencies/consultants ineligible.