Y Combinator

Accelerator United States ·Founded 2005

Overview

Y Combinator is a startup accelerator that invests in a wide range of startups twice a year.

Investment Focus

  • Submit an online application for a YC batch
  • If shortlisted, participate in an interview with YC partners
  • Accepted startups participate in the YC batch program and Demo Day
  • Founders must provide accurate information about the company and team during application and interview

Portfolio Companies

AirbnbStripeGustoCoinbaseDropboxDoorDashRedditInstacartTwitchCruiseGinkgo BioworksFlexportPagerDutyGitLabScale AIHelion EnergyLoomZapierWebflowBenchling

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Frequently asked questions about Y Combinator

What sectors does Y Combinator invest in?

Y Combinator invests in Healthcare, Energy, Software, Education, FinTech and Logistics, and is based in United States. Y Combinator is listed as a accelerator in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does Y Combinator invest at?

Y Combinator backs companies at Pre-Seed, Seed, Early Stage and Series A, writing cheques of 125K - 500K.

Which regions does Y Combinator invest in?

Y Combinator invests across United States.

Who are the partners at Y Combinator?

Team members listed for Y Combinator include Jessica Livingston (Co-Founder & Partner) and Tom Blomfield (General Partner).

What companies has Y Combinator invested in?

Y Combinator's portfolio includes Airbnb, Stripe, Gusto, Coinbase, Dropbox, DoorDash, Reddit and Instacart.

How do I contact Y Combinator?

Y Combinator's contact details — including work email and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.

Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database