Do I need to know someone at YC to get in?

YC#Y Combinator

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Y Combinator does not require connections or alumni recommendations for acceptance, with actively seeking recommendations seen negatively.

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Recommendations from Y Combinator alumni are not necessary for acceptance into the program.

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Startups are accepted into Y Combinator regularly without alumni recommendations.

Actively seeking recommendations from alumni can be viewed negatively and seen as spammy.

It is not advised to pursue recommendations from Y Combinator alumni as it may have a negative impact on the application process.

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