Microsoft’s FY26 updates are here—and they’re big. From tighter eligibility to stricter compliance and updated claimable activities, partners need to know what’s changed to stay funded. We’ve unpacked the four biggest shifts and what they mean for your marketing plans. Get the full breakdown and make your co-op budget work harder this year.
Microsoft Co-Op Funding
Microsoft’s Co-op funding can fuel real growth for ISVs—if you know how to use it. The problem is, too many partners either don’t realise they’re earning it or aren’t sure what’s actually claimable. That means missed campaigns, wasted budget, and lost opportunities. This blog breaks down the blind spots, the fine print, and how to start getting more from the funds you’ve already earned.
Microsoft’s co-op funding rules are clear, but it’s the small print that catches most partners out. Missing a threshold, choosing the wrong activity, or submitting late can quietly block your access to funds. In this blog, we unpack five easy-to-miss details that can make or break your co-op claims—and show you how to stay ahead.
Microsoft’s co-op funding rules are clear, but it’s the small print that catches most partners out. Missing a threshold, choosing the wrong activity, or submitting late can quietly block your access to funds. In this blog, we unpack five easy-to-miss details that can make or break your co-op claims—and show you how to stay ahead.