1 year of Zoom
Zoom for Startups
- Pre-seed to Series A, under 50 employees, affiliated with a select Zoom startup partner (e.g. a16z, Sequoia, YC), not an existing paid Zoom customer
Zoom Webinars Startup Credits: Program Explained
Partner-affiliated startups up to Series A with under 50 people get a free year of Zoom Workplace Business Plus for up to 25 seats.
Last verified October 29, 2026
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Partner-affiliated startups up to Series A with under 50 people get a free year of Zoom Workplace Business Plus for up to 25 seats.
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Best for
Remote startups needing meetings, phone, chatPortfolio of a16z, Sequoia, YC, LightspeedTeams under 50 people
Do you qualify for Zoom Webinars?
You likely qualify if
- Pre-seed to Series A
- Fewer than 50 employees
- Backed by a listed partner: a16z, Sequoia, NEA, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, Pear VC, Khosla, Y Combinator, Emergence, Maven, Redpoint, Basis Set or others
- Not an existing paid Zoom customer
You won't qualify if
- Existing paid Zoom customer
- 50+ employees
- No qualifying partner affiliation
Common rejection reasons
- No eligible partner affiliation
- Already paying for Zoom
- Limited spots filled
How to apply for Zoom Webinars
- Confirm your investor is a listed Zoom startup partner
- Fill in the form at zoom.com/en/lp/zoom-for-startups, naming your partner
- Wait for individual review (1-3 weeks)
- Questions: startups@zoom.com
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Zoom Webinars often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zoom Webinars give startups?
1 year of Zoom Workplace Business Plus free, up to 25 seats. Partner-affiliated startups up to Series A with under 50 people get a free year of Zoom Workplace Business Plus for up to 25 seats.
Does Zoom Webinars take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Zoom Webinars?
Pre-seed to Series A. Fewer than 50 employees. Backed by a listed partner: a16z, Sequoia, NEA, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, Pear VC, Khosla, Y Combinator, Emergence, Maven, Redpoint, Basis Set or others.
Do I need a referral?
Yes for at least one program, usually from a VC, accelerator or partner.
How do I apply for Zoom Webinars?
1) Confirm your investor is a listed Zoom startup partner 2) Fill in the form at zoom.com/en/lp/zoom-for-startups, naming your partner 3) Wait for individual review (1-3 weeks) 4) Questions: startups@zoom.com
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