Y Combinator
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Investor type
VC
Founded
2005
AUM
-
Location
Mountain View, California, United States
Investor profile last updated: 18 August, 2026
Profile
Y Combinator is a startup accelerator that invests in a large number of startups twice a year.Y Combinator is a startup accelerator based in Mountain View, CA. In 2005, Y Combinator developed a new model of startup funding. Twice a year they invest a small amount of money ($120K) in a large number of startups (most recently 68). The startups move to Silicon Valley for 3 months. The YC partners work closely with each company to get them into the best possible shape and refine their pitch to investors. Each cycle culminates in Demo Day, when the startups present their business plans to a carefully selected, audience of investors.
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FAQs about Y Combinator
Is Y Combinator a venture capital or private equity firm?
Y Combinator is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A and Series B, writing tickets of $10-50 m.
Where is Y Combinator located?
Y Combinator is located in Mountain View, California, United States.
When was Y Combinator founded?
Y Combinator was founded in 2005.
What sectors and industries does Y Combinator invest in?
Y Combinator invests in companies and startups in VR/AR, Transportation, Robotics, Other, Media and Entertainment, Healthcare Services, Hardware, Fintech, Edtech, Education, Digital, Biotechnology, Business Services (B2B), Construction, Consumer Products, Consumer Services (B2C), Financial Services, Industrial, Real Estate, GovTech.
What is Y Combinator geographical focus of investments?
Y Combinator invests in companies and startups in North America, South America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia, Australia and others.
At what stages of companies and startups does Y Combinator typically invest in?
Y Combinator invests in companies and startups at Pre-seed, Seed, Series A, Series B.
What is the usual amount of Y Combinator investment?
Y Combinator usually invests $10-50 m on average.
What are the contacts of Y Combinator?
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