DigitalOcean Hatch
DigitalOcean Hatch empowers early-stage startups to build, deploy, and scale robust applications without the immediate burden of infrastructure costs. Designed specifically for developers and growing companies, this program offers a comprehensive suite of resources, most notably 12 months of cloud credits. This financial runway allows founders to focus on product development and market fit rather than monthly bills. Beyond just credits, Hatch provides critical technical advantages. Startups working in AI and machine learning gain access to exclusive GPU credit packages, enabling high-performance model training and inference. Additionally, the program bridges the gap between development and deployment through expert one-on-one mentorship with DigitalOcean product managers and engineers. You also receive 15 months of free Standard-tier support, ensuring that technical hurdles never stall your momentum. Furthermore, participants gain instant access to the DigitalOcean Marketplace, simplifying the installation of pre-configured developer tools. Whether you are launching a simple web app or a complex AI model, DigitalOcean Hatch provides the scalable infrastructure, community networking, and expert guidance needed to succeed. By joining this ecosystem, you unlock a network of peers and resources specifically curated to help early-stage startups navigate the complexities of cloud computing.
How to claim
Visit the DigitalOcean Hatch website and submit an application form detailing your startup. Ensure you have a registered team account with a business email to verify your eligibility upon approval.
Benefits
- 12 months of DigitalOcean infrastructure credits to reduce burn rate
- Exclusive invitation for GPU credit packages for AI/ML workloads
- Expert one-on-one mentorship with product managers and engineers
- 15 months of free Standard-tier paid support for technical stability
- Access to DigitalOcean Marketplace for one-click app deployment
Requirements
- Must have raised less than $10 million in total funding
- Must possess a live, active company website
- Must create a registered DigitalOcean team account using a business email
Quick Info
- Provider
- DigitalOcean
- Category
- AI/ML
- Value
- Varied (monthly credits for 12 months)
- Added
- February 25, 2026