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STACKIT Startup Program

Schwarz Group's German/EU sovereign cloud offers EU-based startups cloud credits (amount scaled to project stage), plus CTO/CEO mentoring, ecosystem access, and marketing support.

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STACKIT Startup Program is a cloud and infrastructure perk from STACKIT, offering Cloud credits (amount awarded based on stage and technical complexity), for startups under 5 years old in the EU.

Value: Cloud credits…
Who qualifies: Any startup
Benefit type: Credits
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside STACKIT Startup Program

Cloud credits usable across the full STACKIT portfolio (amount based on stage/complexity), one-on-one coaching from business development/AI/cybersecurity/cloud experts, CTO/CEO mentoring, Schwarz Group network access, and dedicated marketing/SEO support.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

sovereign-cloud eu software-product

Funding / backing: Any startup
Startup stage: Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Company age: Under 5 years old
Geography: European Union
Recurring / expiry: Ongoing program
Other requirements: Headquarters within the EU, company less than 5 years old, and a software-based core product or digital business model.

How to claim

How to apply for STACKIT Startup Program

What to have ready

A company email on your own website domain (not a personal address)
Confirmation you were founded within the last 5 years

Steps to apply

1Apply through the STACKIT Startup Program page.

Good to know: STACKIT is the cloud arm of Germany's Schwarz Group (Lidl/Kaufland). Credit amount not published. Added 2026-08-18; source URL verified live and on the provider's own domain.

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Source: The provider's official program page

Value is the headline maximum STACKIT advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. Independent comparison, not affiliated with the programs listed. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.

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Questions

STACKIT Startup Program: common questions

What do you get with STACKIT Startup Program?

STACKIT Startup Program offers Cloud credits (amount awarded based on stage and technical complexity).

Who qualifies for STACKIT Startup Program?

STACKIT Startup Program is for pre-seed, seed and Series A startups under 5 years old in the EU. Headquarters within the EU, company less than 5 years old, and a software-based core product or digital business model.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get STACKIT Startup Program?

No. STACKIT Startup Program is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for STACKIT Startup Program?

Apply through the STACKIT Startup Program page.

How long do I have to use STACKIT Startup Program, and does it expire?

Ongoing program

Is STACKIT Startup Program available outside the US?

STACKIT Startup Program is available in the EU.