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Cloudzy

Sunrise Startup Program

$8K – $10K in credits
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Up to $8K in VPS credits year one, plus 30% rebate year two and free DevOps hours.

Cloudzy's Sunrise program gives you $8K in VPS credits spread monthly ($660/month) in year one, then 30% off VPS purchases in year two. You also get 24 hours of free DevOps consulting to help you set up infrastructure without burning cash, plus round-the-clock support. The catch: you need to be founded within the last 5 years, have a live company website, and ideally show ties to an accelerator, incubator, or VC. Bootstrapped founders can apply too if you have a solid pitch deck or business plan. The credits are real and usable, but they're locked to VPS products—don't expect them to cover managed databases or other services. Best for early-stage teams that are infrastructure-heavy and need breathing room on hosting costs while you're still finding product-market fit.

Program details

Tier 1

Sunrise Tier

Provides a comprehensive package including $8,000 in first-year cloud VPS credits, a 30% rebate for second-year VPS purchases, 24 hours of free DevOps consulting, and round-the-clock support.

$10K

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Application difficulty: Hard Benefits: Strong Duration: Year 1: $8,000 credit & consulting · Year 2: 30% rebate on VPS purchases

Benefits

  • $8,000 One-Year Cloud VPS Credit
  • 30% Rebate on Cloud VPS Purchases in the Second Year
  • 24 Hours of Free DevOps Consulting
  • Free 24/7/365 Business Level Customer Support
  • Save up to 20% on every Cloud VPS plan starting at $3.96

Eligibility

  • Must have a company website and a domain-associated email
  • Founded within the last 5 years
  • Verification of affiliation with an accelerator, incubator, or VC firm
  • Bootstrapped startups should have a defined business plan or pitch deck

How to apply

  1. 1

    Apply to Sunrise

    Visit Cloudzy's startup program page and complete the application form.

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  2. 2

    Application Review

    Cloudzy reviews the submitted application to verify eligibility.

  3. 3

    Results Notification

    Selected startups receive notification and details of their credit allocation.

  4. 4

    Issue Credits

    Approved applicants begin receiving monthly cloud VPS credits.

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Pros

  • ✓ $8,000 in year-one VPS credits ($660/month) with no equity or repayment required
  • ✓ 30% rebate on VPS purchases in year two extends the runway beyond the initial grant
  • ✓ 24 hours of free DevOps consulting plus 24/7 support removes friction on infrastructure setup

Cons

  • ✗ Accelerator/VC affiliation strongly preferred; bootstrapped founders need a polished pitch deck to compete
  • ✗ Credits only apply to VPS products—managed databases, load balancers, and other services aren't covered
  • ✗ Monthly credit distribution ($660/month) means you can't front-load spending or bank unused credits

Frequently asked questions

What is The SUNRISE (Cloudzy startup program), and who is it designed for?
It is designed to support seed and early-stage startups by providing cloud VPS credits, expert DevOps consulting, and comprehensive support, enabling them to succeed in their cloud journey.
What do I get with the $8,000 cloud VPS credit in the first year?
Startups receive up to $8,000 in credit distributed monthly (approximately $660 per month), which can be used to create and manage Cloud VPS instances.
How does the 30% rebate for Cloud VPS purchases in the second year work?
In the second year, eligible startups receive a 30% rebate on the total amount spent on cloud VPS, helping lower ongoing operational costs.
What is included in the 24 Hours Free DevOps Consulting Services?
It includes expert guidance on infrastructure setup, migration, CI/CD deployment, automation, monitoring, and best practices to ensure an efficient and secure cloud environment.
How can I apply for the program?
Applicants can visit Cloudzy's startup program page, complete the application form, and await further review and notification regarding their eligibility and credit allocation.

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