# Announcing Parallel for Startups

Today we’re launching Parallel for Startups. If you’re building an AI product on live web data, you can claim Parallel credits through your accelerator or apply directly.

Founders in Y Combinator, a16z speedrun, Neo, Entrepreneurs First, Founders Inc, and Null Fellows already have an offer waiting in their program. Everyone else can apply at [parallel.ai/startups](https://parallel.ai/startups), and we’ll reply within 24 hours.

## Startups program overview

**Credits for every Parallel API.** Your program sets the amount, and founders who apply directly start with $250. Spend them on any Parallel product, with no trial limits and no credit card required.

**A team to talk to.** Tell us what you’re building and we’ll help you choose the right APIs, get your first calls working, and review your usage as you grow. Email [startups@parallel.ai](mailto:startups@parallel.ai) anytime.

## How to claim your credits

### If you’re in a partner program

1. Go to [parallel.ai/startups](https://parallel.ai/startups) and select your program under **Find your offer**.
2. Redeem your offer. YC founders redeem through Bookface Deals, and a16z speedrun founders redeem through the speedrun partner portal. Founders in Neo, Entrepreneurs First, Founders Inc, and Null Fellows submit their details through the form on the page.

Credits land in your Parallel org within 24 hours. If you’re from an earlier YC batch, apply through the form and include your batch.

### If you’re not in a partner program

1. Create an account at [platform.parallel.ai](https://platform.parallel.ai).
2. Copy your org ID from **Settings → Organization**.
3. Apply through the form at [parallel.ai/startups](https://parallel.ai/startups) and tell us what you’re building.

We’ll reply within 24 hours. Approved teams start with $250 in credits.

## Good to know

Credits expire six months after they’re issued, except Founders Inc credits, which don’t expire. Each company can claim one program offer. When your credits run out, switch to a paid plan from your billing page, or email [startups@parallel.ai](mailto:startups@parallel.ai) and we’ll talk through options.

## Running an accelerator or fund?

We’d like to offer Parallel to your founders. Email [startups@parallel.ai](mailto:startups@parallel.ai) to set it up.

## Get started

Find your offer or apply at [parallel.ai/startups](https://parallel.ai/startups).