Resend for Y Combinator startups
Resend is an email API for developers. Y Combinator companies get $25,000 in Resend credits for 12 months if they are in the current batch, or $15,000 as YC alumni.
Resend for Y Combinator startups is a developer tools perk from Resend worth $25,000 in credits for YC companies, for startups in a partner accelerator.
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Inside Resend for Y Combinator startups
$25,000 in Resend credits for 12 months for the current Y Combinator batch, or $15,000 for YC alumni, plus a dedicated Slack channel and direct access to Resend's CEO. Resend also has deal pages for named investors and programs (a16z, Accel, Sequoia, South Park Commons, TinySeed and others) that state no amounts. There is no open startup program: resend.com/startups returns a 404.
Who it's for
- Funding / backing
- Accelerator-backed
- Startup stage
- Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
- Geography
- Global
- Recurring / expiry
- Credits for the current batch last 12 months.
- Other requirements
- Y Combinator companies only, verified with a YC verification link. Portfolio companies of Resend's listed partners claim on that partner's page.
How to apply for Resend for Y Combinator startups
- Confirmation of your accelerator / investor backing (a referral or partner code)
- 1On resend.com/yc, get a YC verification link and use Claim deal.
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Resend for Y Combinator startups: common questions
How much is Resend for Y Combinator startups worth?
Resend for Y Combinator startups is worth $25,000 in credits for YC companies.
Who qualifies for Resend for Y Combinator startups?
Resend for Y Combinator startups is for pre-seed, seed and Series A startups in a partner accelerator. Y Combinator companies only, verified with a YC verification link. Portfolio companies of Resend's listed partners claim on that partner's page.
Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Resend for Y Combinator startups?
Yes. Resend for Y Combinator startups requires venture or accelerator backing; the higher tiers are unlocked through your investor or accelerator. Y Combinator companies only, verified with a YC verification link. Portfolio companies of Resend's listed partners claim on that partner's page.
How do I apply for Resend for Y Combinator startups?
On resend.com/yc, get a YC verification link and use Claim deal.
How long do I have to use Resend for Y Combinator startups, and does it expire?
Credits for the current batch last 12 months.
Is Resend for Y Combinator startups available outside the US?
Resend for Y Combinator startups is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.
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