Claude in Microsoft Foundry: Use Claude Through Azure
Updated: 21 hours ago
⚡ TL;DR Microsoft Foundry is Azure's platform for apps and agents. Claude models are offered there in public preview, accessible with Python, TypeScript or C# SDKs and billed through Azure.
Many companies already run on Azure and want to avoid a new vendor process. Claude in Microsoft Foundry lets them use Claude inside the platform they already have.
Here is what to know. ☁️
☁️ What Claude in Microsoft Foundry Offers
Microsoft Foundry is Azure's platform for building production applications and enterprise agents. The Claude Help Center lists Claude Haiku 4.5, Sonnet 4.5 and Opus 4.1 there in public preview; check the Foundry model catalog for the current lineup.
🔧 How to Access It
Use Claude through Foundry APIs and workflows, with SDKs for Python, TypeScript or C#.
💳 Billing and Support
Billing and support follow Azure:
💰 Works with existing Azure billing and counts toward Azure Consumption Commitment
🛟 Support follows Azure AI services options
📄 Your Foundry agreement sets SLAs and escalation
💡 Pro tip If procurement is your bottleneck, Foundry can be the fastest route to production use of Claude.
🏢 Who It's For
It suits Azure customers who want Claude without separate vendor approvals.
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❓ Claude in Microsoft Foundry FAQ
What is Microsoft Foundry?
Azure's platform for building production applications and enterprise agents.
Which Claude models are in Microsoft Foundry?
The Help Center lists Haiku 4.5, Sonnet 4.5 and Opus 4.1 in public preview; check the catalog for updates.
How do I access Claude in Microsoft Foundry?
Through Foundry APIs with Python, TypeScript or C# SDKs.
How is it billed?
Through existing Azure billing, eligible for Azure Consumption Commitment.
Who provides support?
Support follows Azure AI services options and your Foundry agreement.
🙏 Credit: This article is based on public information from the Claude Help Center. Claude is a product of Anthropic. Source: support.claude.com.
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