Not every startup will be right for you, and passing is a normal part of working through your deal flow.
How do I pass on a startup?
Open the startup and press Pass. You'll be asked whether you'd like to add a reason.
Do I have to give a reason?
No, that's up to you. If you do, it goes straight to the founder, and it also helps us sharpen what reaches you next time.
Founders get very little back when they're raising, so a line or two goes further than you'd think.
What does the founder see?
That the application isn't going ahead, and your reason if you left one.
Can I change my mind after passing?
Yes, at any time. Open the startup and reopen their application, and it comes back into your deal flow.
Contact stays unavailable while a startup is passed, so if you want to get back in touch you'll need to reopen it first.
What about startups you passed on for me?
Those show as Not a fit. You can reopen any of them the same way if you'd like a proper look after all.