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How to Get Free OpenAI API Credits in 2026
OpenAI offers $5 in free credits to new developer accounts, expiring after 3 months. The OpenAI Startup Program provides $2,500 to $50,000 in credits for early-stage startups. Microsoft Founders Hub grants up to $150,000 in Azure credits for OpenAI services.
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The article is a practical guide for developers, but the $5 trial credit is minimal and the larger programs require startup status or student enrollment.
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