YCS14· DevtoolsCognito
Frictionless, modern identity verification that starts with just a…
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About Cognito
Cognito is the highest converting ID verification system on the market. By starting with just a user's phone number, Cognito can verify their name, date of birth, address, phone, and Social Security Number. The strong link formed between a user and their phone number builds trust while reducing friction.
San Francisco, CA, USA; Palo Alto, CA, USA; Remote
Cognito: questions
Which YC batch was Cognito in?
Cognito was in Y Combinator's Summer 2014 batch (S14).
Is Cognito still active?
Y Combinator lists Cognito as acquired.
Where is Cognito based?
Cognito lists San Francisco, CA, USA; Palo Alto, CA, USA; Remote as its location on YC's directory.
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