Startup-friendly plan and credits
Cloudinary Startup Plan
- Early-stage e-commerce, SaaS and media startups; criteria not published
Cloudinary Startup Credits: Program Explained
Early-stage startups can contact Cloudinary sales for a discounted Startup Plan with credits.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Early-stage startups can contact Cloudinary sales for a discounted Startup Plan with credits.
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Best for
Pre-seed apps with image/video deliveryNonprofits needing media managementTeams negotiating an annual plan
Do you qualify for Cloudinary?
You likely qualify if
- Startup or nonprofit able to contact sales
- Nonprofit status for the nonprofit program (criteria not published)
You won't qualify if
- Expecting a fixed published credit amount
- Free-plan users exceeding quota (account is hard-blocked)
Common rejection reasons
- Not published
How to apply for Cloudinary
- Start on the free plan to size usage
- Contact Cloudinary sales and ask for startup pricing
- Nonprofits: apply via the Cloudinary for Nonprofits page
- Consider annual billing (about 10% off)
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Cloudinary often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Cloudinary give startups?
Startup-friendly plan and credits via sales (amount not published). Early-stage startups can contact Cloudinary sales for a discounted Startup Plan with credits.
Does Cloudinary take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Cloudinary?
Startup or nonprofit able to contact sales. Nonprofit status for the nonprofit program (criteria not published).
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed for the main program.
How do I apply for Cloudinary?
1) Start on the free plan to size usage 2) Contact Cloudinary sales and ask for startup pricing 3) Nonprofits: apply via the Cloudinary for Nonprofits page 4) Consider annual billing (about 10% off)
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