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Prelim

Active · Build better banking

WebsiteYC profile

Why it ranks

How the rank works
15signal of 100 · rising 2
  • team of 49Team size · YC's directory+8.8
  • went through YCProgram · this site+4
  • hiringHiring · Titles (titles.fru.dev), YC+2

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Competitors

AIBankjoyShared: account opening, banking as a serviceYC W15TroyStartup →
Companies closest to Prelim
Company
BankjoyShared: account opening, banking as a serviceYC W15ActiveAI

Adjacent

AIInstntShared: streamline account, opening processes, customer onboardingPlug and PlayUnited StatesStartup →OtherOnboard.ioShared: customer onboarding, streamline, processYC W22DetroitStartup →OtherIFShared: banking, institution, financial500 GlobalUnited KingdomStartup →AIScanovate Ltd.Shared: onboarding process, comprehensive, efficientPlug and PlayIsraelStartup →OtherKiwicoShared: problem solving, creativity500 Global 2011United StatesStartup →
Companies next to Prelim
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InstntShared: streamline account, opening processes, customer onboardingPlug and Play Not statedAI
Onboard.ioShared: customer onboarding, streamline, processYC W22ActiveOther
IFShared: banking, institution, financial500 Global Not statedOther
Scanovate Ltd.Shared: onboarding process, comprehensive, efficientPlug and Play Not statedAI
KiwicoShared: problem solving, creativity500 Global 2011Not statedOther

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About Prelim

At Prelim, we are on a mission to revolutionize the way financial institutions onboard new customers. We believe that the customer onboarding process should be fast, efficient, and user-friendly. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and make a real impact on the financial industry. Our platform allows banks and financial institutions to digitize their services, streamline account opening processes, and improve customer experience. By joining our team, you will be a part of a fast-paced, innovative, and dynamic work environment where you can learn and grow your skills. Our team is made up of a diverse group of individuals with a wide range of experience and expertise. We value collaboration, creativity, and a passion for problem-solving. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with experts in the field, and be challenged to think outside the box. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible working hours, and a great work-life balance. We are constantly evolving and growing, and we are looking for talented individuals who share our vision and are excited to be a part of our journey. If you're passionate about fintech and want to be a part of a team that is making a real impact in the industry, then Prelim is the place for you.

YC batch
S17 · Summer 2017
Status, per YC
Active
Category
Other
Team size
49
Location
San Francisco, CA, USA
Checked
10h ago

YC tags: Banking as a Service, Fintech

Changes seen

HeadquartersOct 29, 2026

Moved its headquarters from San Francisco, CA, USA; Remote to San Francisco, CA, USA.

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RegionsOct 29, 2026

Now lists the region Partly Remote; no longer lists Fully Remote.

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Prelim in S17: 125 companies, 27% AI

Prelim: questions

Which YC batch was Prelim in?

Prelim was in Y Combinator's Summer 2017 batch (S17).

Is Prelim still active?

Y Combinator lists Prelim as active.

Where is Prelim based?

Prelim lists San Francisco, CA, USA as its location on YC's directory.