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 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
VC-backed teams under 50 peopleStartups replacing free Zoom with phone + meetingsPortfolio companies of a16z, Sequoia, YC
Do you qualify for Zoom?
You likely qualify if
- Typically Pre-Seed to Series A
- Fewer than 50 employees
- Affiliated with a listed partner: a16z, Sequoia, NEA, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, Pear VC, Khosla, Y Combinator, Emergence, Maven, Redpoint or Basis Set (an 'Others' option exists)
- Not currently a paid Zoom customer
You won't qualify if
- You are already a paying Zoom customer
- You need more than 25 seats, Zoom Events or the Webinar add-on
- You are typically Series B or later
Common rejection reasons
- No partner affiliation named in the application
- Existing paid Zoom customer
How to apply for Zoom
- Check eligibility: stage, under 50 staff, partner affiliation, not a paying customer
- Complete the 'Tell us about your team' form at zoom.com/en/lp/zoom-for-startups, naming your startup partner
- Wait for individual review (third-party estimate 7-21 days); questions to startups@zoom.com
- Activate Business Plus for up to 25 seats on approval
Stacks well with
Founders who claim Zoom often pair it with these to build a bigger credit stack.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Zoom 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 take equity?
No. These are non-dilutive credits and perks; you do not give up equity.
Who qualifies for Zoom?
Typically Pre-Seed to Series A. Fewer than 50 employees. Affiliated with a listed partner: a16z, Sequoia, NEA, Kleiner Perkins, Lightspeed, Pear VC, Khosla, Y Combinator, Emergence, Maven, Redpoint or Basis Set (an 'Others' option exists).
Do I need a referral?
Yes for at least one program, usually from a VC, accelerator or partner.
How do I apply for Zoom?
1) Check eligibility: stage, under 50 staff, partner affiliation, not a paying customer 2) Complete the 'Tell us about your team' form at zoom.com/en/lp/zoom-for-startups, naming your startup partner 3) Wait for individual review (third-party estimate 7-21 days); questions to startups@zoom.com 4) Activate Business Plus for up to 25 seats on approval
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