Why investors use Startupply
Early-stage deal flow is scattered across email, spreadsheets, event sign-up sheets and introductions. Every startup describes itself differently, which makes comparing them slow.
On Startupply, startups fill in the same structured profile: problem, solution, market, traction, team and stage. That makes it faster to scan a batch of companies and decide which ones to meet.
What Startupply offers investors
Startup directory
Browse startups filtered by industry, stage and country, and follow the ones you want to track.
Structured startup profiles
Read each company's problem, solution, market, team and funding stage in a consistent format.
Investor profile
Publish a public profile with your background so founders who match your focus can find you.
Direct messaging
Reach founders directly on the platform, and take conversations further when there's a fit.
Application forms
Collect pitches for a fund, syndicate or pitch event with a shareable form. Startups apply with their saved profile.
AI form screening
Sort and review incoming applications faster on paid plans.
Events and demo days
Publish pitch events and demo days, and let founders apply through Startupply.
Who it's for
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Angel investors
Find early-stage startups in the sectors you know, and hear from founders who fit your focus.
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Angel networks and syndicates
Run one application form for your network and review startups in a consistent format.
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Venture capital firms
Add another source of early deal flow, filtered by stage and region.
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Accelerators and investment programmes
Run intake, screening and demo day applications in one place.
How to get started as an investor
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Create your profile
Sign up and set up your public profile, saying what you invest in.
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Browse the directory
Filter startups by industry, stage and country, and follow the ones you're interested in.
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Open an application form
If you take pitches, create a form and share the link. Founders apply with their Startupply profile.
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Reach out
Message founders directly when a company looks like a fit.
Frequently asked questions
Is Startupply free for investors?
You can create a profile and browse startups for free. Features like AI form screening are part of paid plans. See the pricing page for details.
Can founders contact me directly?
Founders can find your public profile and message you on Startupply. You decide which conversations to take further.
Can I run a pitch competition or demo day on Startupply?
Yes. Organisations can publish events, collect applications through forms, and review submissions in one place.