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What is cofounder?

A cofounder is one of the people who start a company together, sharing ownership, risk and responsibility for building it — usually with meaningful equity rather than a salary-only role.

Strong founding teams combine complementary skills, shared commitment and aligned expectations about equity, roles and ambition.

Read the guide: Where to find a cofounder

General information, not legal, tax or investment advice.

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