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​Y Combinator's Co‑Founder Matching platform is a free online service designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs find compatible co-founders. Recognizing that even the best founders may not have immediate access to potential co-founders within their personal networks, YC developed this platform to bridge that gap. It's suitable for individuals at various stages, whether they're in the early exploration phase or ready to launch a startup, and accommodates those with or without a specific idea in mind. It operates without any commitments, equity requirements, or obligations. Users create a profile detailing their backgrounds and preferences, after which YC's matching engine suggests potential co-founders who align with their criteria. If mutual interest is established, users can connect and initiate conversations. It boasts a vast network, having facilitated over 100,000 matches, with active profiles in major cities worldwide.

​Tertle is a platform designed to connect solo startup founders and indie hackers seeking co-founders to build their ventures. It emphasizes quality over quantity by providing access to a community of hand-picked, highly skilled entrepreneurs. Users can create layered profiles that offer both concise summaries and detailed information, facilitating informed decision-making when considering potential partners. Tertle's smart matching system introduces users to suitable co-founder candidates weekly, based on selected preferences and advanced filtering options. To streamline the connection process, it offers features like a meeting scheduler for efficient communication, introduction message templates to break the ice, and a dashboard to track interactions, including ratings and notes. The platform operates on a straightforward process: users create a profile to apply for membership, receive weekly matches upon acceptance, and connect through one-on-one introductions.