What is the Snowflake Startup Accelerator?
A selective, virtual program for startups building customer-facing applications on the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. Snowflake describes it as dedicated technical mentors, free credits and go-to-market opportunities.
Snowflake's startup hub says the Snowflake for Startups program gives eligible startups technical expertise, Snowflake free usage, go-to-market guidance and a global network of investors, partners and customers. The Accelerator is the hands-on part for high-potential startups.
Source: Snowflake Startup Accelerator page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program/startup-accelerator), Snowflake for Startups page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program)
How many Snowflake credits do startups get?
Snowflake publishes no credit amount on its Accelerator or Startup Program pages. They promise access to Snowflake credits to build, test and launch your applications, so treat any dollar figure you see elsewhere as unconfirmed by Snowflake.
The startup hub lists free usage among the benefits of registering your interest. For a number Snowflake does publish, see the free trial below.
Source: Snowflake Startup Accelerator page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program/startup-accelerator), Snowflake for Startups page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program)
Who can join the Snowflake Startup Accelerator?
Startups developing customer-facing applications on the AI Data Cloud. The program is selective and takes a small, carefully chosen cohort of customers, judged on whether the app can drive value for Snowflake customers.
Snowflake publishes no funding stage, revenue or company age requirement on these pages. The Accelerator partners with 20 leading global venture capital firms to highlight and mentor participating startups.
Snowflake says it is a good fit if you are
- Building a product where data is a core component
- Leveraging AI and machine learning to power your product
- Dealing with large or complex datasets
Source: Snowflake Startup Accelerator page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program/startup-accelerator), Snowflake for Startups page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program)
How do I apply for the Snowflake Startup Accelerator, and how long does it run?
Fill out the application form on the Accelerator page, and a member of the Snowflake team will be in touch. Startups are admitted on a rolling basis and can stay at most 6 months, and many graduate in under 3 months.
The startup hub also says all interested startups can reach out through its contact form.
Source: Snowflake Startup Accelerator page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program/startup-accelerator), Snowflake for Startups page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program)
Can a startup get Snowflake credits without applying?
Yes. Anyone can start a 30-day Snowflake trial with $400 in free credits, and no payment information or other qualifying information is required. The trial ends after 30 days or when the credits are used up, whichever comes first.
AI features are disabled by default on self-service trial accounts until you add a credit card. At the end of the trial the account is suspended, and unused free credits expire unless you upgrade to a paid account.
Source: Snowflake trial sign-up page (signup.snowflake.com), Snowflake docs: trial accounts (docs.snowflake.com/en/user-guide/admin-trial-account)
What else does the Snowflake Startup Accelerator include?
Dedicated Partner Engineers who support application development from design to launch, guaranteed co-marketing opportunities, access to Snowflake sales teams and VC Demo Days, and investment opportunities.
Snowflake Ventures is Snowflake's corporate venture capital arm. It invests in and partners with early-stage companies building within the AI Data Cloud ecosystem.
Source: Snowflake Startup Accelerator page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program/startup-accelerator), Snowflake for Startups page (snowflake.com/en/why-snowflake/startup-program)
