Every checkmark is a human decision.
Nobody swipes on Cofounder for Startups without passing review. Here is exactly what we check, for whom, and what the badges mean.
Proof they deploy
Fund registration or regulatory filing for institutional accounts; for angels, a documented track record — two references from founders they backed or evidence of past allocations. The declared check size on their card is part of the review: claim $500k checks, show $500k checks.
Numbers that check out
Identity plus traction spot-checks: connect Stripe or analytics read-only, or share an investor-grade export. We verify the order of magnitude, mark the fields with a checkmark, and discard the evidence after review. Re-checked every 90 days.
Real people, real work
Identity verification and employment-history confirmation on the roles shown on the card. Stated availability and equity expectations are self-declared and labeled as such.
Review takes 2–3 days. Verification reduces fraud; it is not investment diligence — do your own.
Get verifiedCommon questions
What does the verified badge mean?
A person has reviewed the account's identity and role. It is required before anyone can swipe.
What does "self-declared" mean?
The member stated it and it hasn't been checked yet. Self-declared fields are always labeled, never hidden.
Do you keep my revenue data?
No. We spot-check the order of magnitude against a read-only source or export, mark the field as verified, and discard the evidence after review.
How often are verified numbers re-checked?
Verified traction fields are re-checked every 90 days.
Is verification the same as due diligence?
No. Verification reduces fraud; it is not investment diligence, so investors should still do their own.