Startup
Build, scale, and ship faster on AWS. As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, we help startups build secure, scalable cloud infrastructure, so your team can focus on building products, not managing servers.
AWS for Startups
MakeCloud helps startups build, scale, and ship faster on AWS. Whether you are launching an MVP, scaling after a funding round, or migrating from platforms like Heroku, our UK-based AWS consultants provide the cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and ongoing support you need to build a secure, scalable foundation from day one. That means your engineering team can focus on building product, instead of managing infrastructure.
Our AWS for startups services are designed to help fast-growing companies move quickly without sacrificing reliability or security. We design and manage scalable AWS cloud infrastructure using best practices for automation, monitoring, security, and cost optimisation, so your platform is ready to grow with your business.
From early-stage startups finding product-market fit to high-growth SaaS companies preparing for rapid scale, MakeCloud helps teams build resilient cloud environments that support faster development, higher availability, and lower operational overhead. Whether you need AWS architecture, DevOps expertise, cloud migration, or ongoing infrastructure management, we help you build on AWS with confidence.
Our Services
End-to-end AWS expertise for startups
From MVP infrastructure to production-ready platforms, we deliver the cloud capabilities startups need to move fast without cutting corners.
AWS Cloud Migrations
Migrate from Heroku, DigitalOcean, or other platforms to AWS with a clear path from prototype infrastructure to production-grade architecture.
AWS Managed Cloud Services
Offload infrastructure management to our team so your engineers can focus on building product — not firefighting server issues at 3am.
AWS DevOps
Ship faster with CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code, and automated deployments that scale from your first release to your millionth user.
AWS Architecture & Consulting
Get your architecture right from the start. We design scalable, cost-efficient foundations that grow with your business from MVP to Series B and beyond.
AWS Security & Compliance
Build security in from day one with sensible defaults, encryption, and access controls that satisfy enterprise customers and investor due diligence.
AWS Cost Management & FinOps
Maximise runway by optimising cloud spend. We help you leverage AWS startup credits, right-size resources, and avoid the common cost traps that catch growing companies.
“MakeCloud gave us the confidence to focus on building our product, knowing the infrastructure was in expert hands. They understood our needs as a startup and moved fast without cutting corners.”
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about our AWS services for startups.
Why should startups choose AWS?
Amazon Web Services (AWS) gives startups access to secure, enterprise-grade cloud infrastructure without the cost and complexity of managing physical servers. With on-demand scalability, global infrastructure, built-in security, and pay-as-you-go pricing, AWS enables startups to launch faster, scale confidently, and only pay for the resources they use.
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner with extensive experience supporting startups, MakeCloud helps businesses build the right AWS foundation from day one. From designing scalable cloud architecture and automating deployments to implementing security best practices and optimising cloud costs, we ensure your AWS environment is built to support long-term growth. That means your engineering team can spend more time building your product and less time managing infrastructure.
Can you help us use AWS startup credits?
Yes. We help startups apply for and maximise AWS Activate credits, ensuring you get the most value from your allocation. We can also advise on the best services to use credits on for your specific stage and workload.
Yes. We help startups apply and maximise their AWS Activate credits, ensuring you get the most value from your AWS start up credits. Whether you are an early-stage startup, a funded scale-up, or building your first MVP, we can help you make the most of your available AWS credits.
Our team advises on the most cost-effective AWS services for your stage of growth. We also design cloud architectures that optimise both performance and cost, ensuring your AWS credits last longer while supporting your business as you scale.
We are a pre-revenue startup, is it too early to work with you?
Not at all. We work with startups from pre-seed through to Series B and beyond. Getting your cloud infrastructure right early saves significant time and money later. We scale our engagement to match your stage and budget.
How quickly can a startup get set up on AWS?
MakeCloud can typically set up a production-ready AWS environment for a startup in a matter of days, not weeks, depending on the complexity of your application and requirements. Our goal is to help you move from idea to deployment-ready infrastructure as quickly and safely as possible.
A standard startup AWS setup usually includes secure VPC networking, identity and access management (IAM), CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments, monitoring and logging with tools like Amazon CloudWatch, and security baselines aligned with AWS best practices. We also configure scalability features such as load balancing and auto scaling where needed, so your infrastructure is ready to handle growth from day one.
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, MakeCloud specialises in building well-architected AWS environments for start-ups, quickly and efficiently, without cutting corners. This allows startups to start shipping features immediately while relying on a secure, scalable, and production-ready cloud foundation that can evolve with their business.
Why should startups choose MakeCloud for AWS services?
MakeCloud specialises in AWS services for startups, helping founders and engineering teams build secure, scalable, and cost-effective cloud infrastructure from day one. Whether you are launching an MVP, preparing for rapid growth after a funding round, or migrating from platforms such as Heroku, we provide the AWS expertise needed to build a reliable foundation that scales with your business.
As an AWS Advanced Tier Services Partner, we deliver end-to-end AWS solutions for startups, including cloud architecture, infrastructure as code, DevOps, CI/CD automation, cloud migration, security, monitoring, cost optimisation, and ongoing managed support. Every AWS environment we build follows best practices for reliability, performance, scalability, and security.
Unlike general IT providers, we focus on helping startups move quickly without compromising quality. We work as an extension of your engineering team, enabling faster deployments, reducing operational overhead, and ensuring your AWS infrastructure is ready to support growth from early traction through to scale.