Looking at sample applications of companies that have gotten an interview or gotten into the program is probably the most important step in understanding what YC is looking for.
The video is also an important part of the application. They are just looking for genuine founders. Keep it simple and check out some of the samples below.
This is just a starting point. If you have any other sample applications that I have missed please email them to me here: nevin@shoplooq.com
contact: nevin@shoplooq.com
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Digital library, featuring e-book subscription services
Content, Social Media, News, Social Bookmarking
Collaboration, Private Cloud, File Sharing, Enterprise
Publishing, iOS, Apps, Replacement CS Degree
Detects bugs in live web applications
Employment, Recruiting, SaaS, Career Planning
Private social networking platform for families
Analytics, A/B Testing, Enterprise Software, Mobile
Enables individuals to learn to code
Banking, Financial Services, Software, Enterprise Software, Payments
Mobile Payments, FinTech, Payments
Provides the tools for instructors to teach CS
Provides payment infrastructure to South East Asia
Online auction site that guarantees the authenticity of its high-end, pre-owned items
Evidence-based advice on careers that make a difference.
Bath & Body care for active bodies
Event Management, Music
Protect digital autonomy with encryption
Send Messages By Carrier Pigeon
Free lead generation tool
Platform for companies to fund open-source
Share any page on social media
Matchmaking service for gamers and artists