Frequently asked questions
The questions we're asked most about Türkiye Startups, answered.
What is Türkiye Startups?
Türkiye Startups is an introduction and communication platform connecting Türkiye's early-stage startups with global investors, mentors and support programmes. Startups create profiles in English and Turkish; investors and mentors discover them and request intros.
Is membership free?
Yes. Membership is free for founders, investors, mentors and ecosystem organisations.
Who can join?
Early-stage startups founded in Türkiye or with Turkish founders; angel investors, venture capital funds and corporate investors interested in Türkiye; experienced mentors; and ecosystem organisations such as technoparks, accelerators and universities.
Why isn't my startup profile published immediately?
To keep the platform trustworthy, every startup profile is reviewed by our team before it goes live. Changes to the profile text, figures or links are reviewed again. You are notified once it is approved.
How do investors find my startup?
Approved startups appear in lists that can be filtered by sector, stage, business model and city. Investors also see startups ranked by a match score based on their investment thesis.
How do I meet an investor or mentor?
Send a short message using the intro request form on their profile. If they accept, you can message each other directly on the platform. The number of intro requests per day is limited to prevent spam.
Does Türkiye Startups invest or give investment advice?
No. Türkiye Startups is an introduction and communication platform. It does not collect funds, broker securities or give investment advice. Investment decisions and agreements are made directly between the parties.
Can I show my startup to investors without making it public?
Yes. With stealth mode on, only verified investors can see your startup profile; it does not appear in search engines or public lists.
How is my data protected?
Your personal data is processed in line with KVKK and the GDPR. You decide what is published, and only the participants of a conversation can see your messages. Details are in our privacy notice.
How do I delete my account?
In your dashboard, go to Profile and use “Delete account” at the bottom to permanently delete your account and all its data. If you can't sign in, email us.
Is there a mobile app?
Yes. With the Türkiye Startups Android app you get instant notifications for intro requests, messages and approvals. The app uses the same account as the website.
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