How much can I save with the RunPod founder deal?

Founders can claim $1,000 in free credits, or $25,000 bonus credits on a $50,000 deposit in startup credits and software discounts for RunPod on Startupbricks.

How do I redeem the RunPod promo code?

Sign in with your founder account on Startupbricks to unlock the step-by-step redemption playbook, direct partner application portal, and exclusive promo codes.

All Perks

RunPod

Cloud Infrastructure·Verified Program

Claimable Value$1,000 in free credits, or $25,000 bonus credits on a $50,000 deposit

About this Deal

RunPod runs a two-tier Startup Program for AI startups using its GPU cloud. The Starter Tier gives $1,000 in credits with no deposit and no commitment, aimed at pre-Series A startups with a working product. The Growth Tier adds $25,000 in bonus credits when you deposit $50,000 upfront, for $75,000 total under a 12-month agreement, aimed at Seed to Series B+ startups already spending $5,000 to $25,000 a month on GPUs. Credits work across Pods, Serverless, Clusters and Storage, and the bonus is one-time with no reload.

Step-by-Step Claiming Playbook

Eligibility & Requirements

Program Requirements

New customers only, venture-backed preferred

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Stage & Funding

New customers only, venture-backed preferred

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Company Domain

Active company website & working product URL

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Corporate Email

Business domain work email (e.g. [email protected])

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Account Standing

First-time applicant to RunPod startup tier

Fastest approval with verified company domain email

Selective Program

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