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Qdrant for Startups
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Qdrant for Startups for startups: Up to 20% off
AI-focused startups receive a 20% discount on Qdrant Cloud for 12 months, one-on-one technical guidance, and exclusive partner perks.
- No equity or revenue share
- Direct engineering access
- Partner ecosystem bundled
- Co-marketing and visibility
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About Qdrant for Startups
- 20% discount on Qdrant Cloud for 12 months, plus one-on-one technical guidance from Qdrant engineers.
- Access to partner ecosystem (Hugging Face, LlamaIndex, Airbyte) with exclusive startup offers and co-marketing opportunities.
- Designed for early-stage AI/LLM teams; no equity stake, no sponsor required—direct application.
Qdrant is a vector database platform built for AI applications, semantic search, and LLM retrieval. The Qdrant for Startups program gives eligible early-stage AI-focused founders a 20% discount on Qdrant Cloud services for 12 months, paired with direct access to Qdrant's engineering team for technical onboarding and architecture guidance. Members also unlock exclusive partner discounts and co-marketing visibility.
Qdrant for Startups at a glance
Qdrant is a vector database platform built for AI applications, semantic search, and LLM retrieval. The Qdrant for Startups program gives eligible early-stage AI-focused founders a 20% discount on Qdrant Cloud services for 12 months, paired with direct access to Qdrant's engineering team for technical onboarding and architecture guidance. Members also unlock exclusive partner discounts and co-marketing visibility.
- 20%Discount on Qdrant Cloud
- 12 monthsDiscount validity period
- 1-on-1 sessionsTechnical guidance included
- 3+Partner ecosystem integrations
The Qdrant for Startups offer explained
The program provides a flat 20% discount applied directly to Qdrant Cloud monthly billing for the first 12 months. This covers vector database storage, compute, and API usage. The discount is non-cumulative with other promotions and applies to new and existing accounts; you'll see the reduction reflected in your next invoice after enrollment.
Heads up: credit programs change their terms and caps regularly — confirm the current offer on the application page before you plan around it.
Apply to Qdrant for StartupsEligibility & key terms
| Detail | What to know |
|---|---|
| Stage | Pre-seed, seed, or Series A; AI/ML-focused founding team |
| Product Focus | Building with LLMs, vector embeddings, semantic search, or AI inference |
| Discount | 20% off Qdrant Cloud for 12 months |
| Application | Direct; no VC sponsor or third-party nomination required |
| Commitment | Willingness to participate in case studies, webinars, or co-marketing |
How Qdrant for Startups compares
Here's how Qdrant for Startups stacks up against other AI/ML platform credits in the same category:
| Program | Headline offer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| Qdrant for Startups | Up to 20% off | This page |
| Nebius for Startups | $150,000 in credits | AI Platform Credits |
| Netcore Cloud B2C Startup Program | $30,000 in credits | AI Platform Credits |
| NetMind Elevate Program | $100,000 in credits | AI Platform Credits |
How to apply for Qdrant for Startups
- Visit the Qdrant for Startups landing page
Go to qdrant.io/startups or similar and locate the application form.
- Complete the startup profile
Provide company name, founding date, team size, AI use case, and current Qdrant usage (if any).
- Submit and await review
Qdrant reviews applications within 5–10 business days; expect an email confirmation with next steps.
- Activate discount and schedule onboarding
Once approved, discount is applied to your account; book a 1-on-1 session with a Qdrant engineer to align on architecture and best practices.
Pro tip: Apply early in your product development cycle—the 1-on-1 technical sessions are most valuable when you're still designing your vector search architecture. Qdrant engineers can help you avoid costly schema redesigns later.
A 20% discount on vector database infrastructure paired with direct engineering access—ideal for AI startups optimizing cost and time-to-market.SaaSTweaks editorial
Who should apply — and who shouldn't
Apply if
- You're building an LLM application, RAG system, or semantic search feature and need a managed vector database.
- You want hands-on technical guidance from the vendor's team to accelerate your integration and reduce engineering overhead.
- You're pre-Series B and every 20% in infrastructure savings compounds over 12 months.
- You value co-marketing exposure and partner ecosystem access (Hugging Face, LlamaIndex, Airbyte) to amplify your launch.
Skip if
- You're already committed to a competing vector database (Pinecone, Weaviate, Milvus) and switching costs outweigh the discount.
- Your AI workload is minimal or you're still in exploration mode—the discount may not justify onboarding effort.
- You're uncomfortable with co-marketing participation or public case study features.
More AI Platform Credits
If Qdrant for Startups isn't the right fit, compare it against Nebius for Startups, Netcore Cloud B2C Startup Program, NetMind Elevate Program, Codex Open Source Fund — or browse the full AI Platform Credits category.
Final verdict
Apply — strong program.
The program combines tangible cost savings (20% for 12 months), high-value technical support, and ecosystem access with zero equity dilution or sponsor requirement. For early-stage AI teams already evaluating Qdrant or planning vector search infrastructure, the discount + engineering guidance is a strong value stack.
Apply to Qdrant for StartupsCapabilities
- • 20% discount on Qdrant Cloud for 12 months
- • One-on-one technical onboarding sessions with Qdrant engineers
- • Vector database architecture guidance and best practices
- • Exclusive partner offers (Hugging Face, LlamaIndex, Airbyte)
- • Co-marketing and case study opportunities
- • Discord community access and priority support
- • Webinar and speaking opportunities
- • Direct application—no sponsor required
What's included
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Migration assist
Templates and scripts to move off your legacy tool.
$535 value
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Renewal lock
Discount carries into year two — verified by us, not the vendor.
$534 value
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Founder office hours
Quarterly access to product leadership.
$533 value
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Stack credits
Bonus credits redeemable on partner tooling.
$532 value
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Annual audit
We re-verify the offer every quarter so it never goes stale.
$531 value
How to claim
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Click claim
Hit the button on this page — opens the partner site in a new tab.
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Apply via your VC or accelerator
Check your investor or accelerator benefits portal for the Qdrant for Startups partner code. Y Combinator, Sequoia, and most Tier 1 VCs have codes available.
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Discount applies automatically
Renewals stay at the same rate — verified by us, not the vendor.
How Qdrant for Startups stacks up
| Feature | Qdrant for Startups |
|---|---|
| Free trial | 14 days |
| Cheapest paid plan | $0/mo |
| Annual discount | Up to 25% |
| Refund window | 30 days |
| Setup time | < 1 hour |
| Best for | Founders |
What members say
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Frequently asked
Who's eligible for the Qdrant for Startups program?
Early-stage AI/ML-focused teams (pre-seed through Series A) building with LLMs, embeddings, or semantic search. No specific revenue or funding threshold; direct application required.
How long do the discounts last?
20% discount applies for 12 months from enrollment. After 12 months, you revert to standard Qdrant Cloud pricing unless you negotiate a custom agreement.
Do I need a VC sponsor or accelerator nomination?
No. This is a direct application program; Qdrant reviews submissions independently without requiring third-party vouching.
What happens when my discount expires?
Your account transitions to standard pricing. You can request a custom enterprise deal if you've grown significantly, but there's no automatic renewal.
Can I combine this discount with other Qdrant promotions or credits?
No. The 20% discount is non-cumulative; you cannot stack it with other offers, free trials, or promotional credits.
How long does approval take?
Typically 5–10 business days from application submission. You'll receive an email confirmation with onboarding details once approved.