Seed funding is the first significant funding round for a startup, providing capital to fuel growth.Seed funding is different from other rounds of funding as it focuses on transitioning from idea validation to building a scalable business.Before seeking seed funding, startups should ensure they have a clear plan, a minimum viable product (MVP), and evidence of market demand.Startups should utilize seed funding to drive growth, focus on unit economics, and prepare for the next funding round, Series A.