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Deepgram Startup Program

Speech recognition APIs for building voice-enabled applications

Up to $100,000 verified
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About

The Deepgram Startup Program empowers technical founders and early-stage startups to integrate advanced speech recognition into their products. Participants receive up to $100K in credits for 12 months, direct collaboration with AI experts, early access to innovative features, and opportunities to network within a vibrant community. With advanced APIs and SDKs, startups can enhance their products with cost-effective, high-accuracy voice-enabled solutions.

Tiers

Deepgram Startup Program Tier

up to 100,000

Receive up to $100K in Deepgram credits for 12 months, along with expert technical support, community networking, and advanced speech recognition features.

  • Access to AI experts for technical guidance
  • Up to $100K in credits for speech recognition
  • Community networking with startup leaders
  • Advanced topic summarization for audio insights
Eligibility
  • Must create a free Deepgram account
  • Talented AI builder or early-stage startup (<$10M raised)
  • In production or planning to launch within 6 months
  • Committed to active community engagement
Effort: Low 2 step s to apply
  1. Create Deepgram Account. Sign up for a free Deepgram account. Register ↗
  2. Submit Application. Complete the application form to join the program and receive your credits upon approval. Apply Now ↗

FAQ

What if I’m an existing Deepgram customer?

Applications from existing customers are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Can I add others to my project?

Yes, you can invite other users to collaborate on your project via email.

Do startup credits expire?

Credits require monthly transcription usage to remain active within the program.

Are there requirements to apply?

Applicants must create a free Deepgram account, be an early-stage startup or talented AI builder (<$10M raised), be in production or launching within 6 months, and commit to active community engagement.

What happens after I apply?

The community team will review applications and typically respond within one week.

How long until I receive my credits?

After acceptance, credits are credited to your account within 24-48 hours.

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