YC AI Stack

Over $25,000 in free credits for AI tools and cloud services

YC has partnered with more than 20 companies to offer
free AI credits for students who attend YC events.

What's Included

Cloud Credits

Amazon Web Services$10,000
Microsoft Azure$10,000

AI API Credits

OpenAI$1,000
Anthropic$500

AI Devtools from YC Companies

Voice, browser automation, web search, video generation, and more.

FAQ

How do I qualify?

Attend a YC university event starting in Fall 2025. You'll receive an email after your event confirming your access.

How long does access last?

Your access lasts for one year from the date of the qualifying event.

How do I activate my deals?

Sign in with your Hacker News account (the same one you used to RSVP). Your eligibility is automatically detected, then browse and redeem each deal.

What deals are available?

Cloud credits from AWS and Azure, API credits for OpenAI and Anthropic, plus devtools from YC companies. See the full list above.

Want to add your tool?

We're excited to work with partners to expand the program. Learn more on our partners page or email deals@ycombinator.com.

Have other questions?

Reach out to us at deals@ycombinator.com.