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How to Get Free Claude API Credits (Anthropic Startup Program)

A simple, step-by-step walkthrough of how to apply for free Claude API credits through Anthropic's official startup program โ€” explained so anyone can follow.

โฑ 8 min read ยท 8 simple steps ยท Updated Oct 2026

What you'll get

  • โœ“Understand what "API credits" are, in plain English
  • โœ“Know exactly what to prepare before you apply
  • โœ“Follow the official application, step by step
  • โœ“Find your credits and create your first API key safely
  • โœ“Avoid the scams and mistakes most people make

What's inside (8 steps)

  1. 1Create your free Claude Console account
  2. 2Describe your project in three short sentences
  3. 3Open the official startup program page
  4. 4Fill in the application
  5. 5Wait for the decision
  6. 6Check that your credits arrived
  7. 7Create your API key and keep it secret
  8. 8Try it and start building

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