Startup Resources

Carefully curated tools, templates, communities, and resources to help you build and scale your startup in 2026.

Essential Tools

Development & No-Code

Vercel

Deploy web apps instantly. Perfect for Next.js, React, and static sites.

vercel.com →

Supabase

Open-source Firebase alternative. Postgres database, auth, and storage.

supabase.com →

Webflow

Visual web development platform. Build production sites without code.

webflow.com →

Cursor

AI-powered code editor. Built on VS Code with GPT-4 integration.

cursor.sh →

Design & Branding

Figma

Collaborative interface design tool. Industry standard for product teams.

figma.com →

Canva

Design marketing materials, presentations, and social media graphics.

canva.com →

Looka

AI-powered logo and brand kit generator for startups.

looka.com →

Unsplash

Free high-resolution photos. Perfect for landing pages and content.

unsplash.com →

Analytics & Marketing

Plausible

Privacy-friendly analytics. Lightweight alternative to Google Analytics.

plausible.io →

PostHog

Product analytics, feature flags, and session replay in one platform.

posthog.com →

Mailchimp

Email marketing platform with automation and audience segmentation.

mailchimp.com →

Ahrefs

SEO toolset for backlink analysis, keyword research, and competitor tracking.

ahrefs.com →

Productivity & Collaboration

Notion

All-in-one workspace for docs, wikis, project management, and databases.

notion.so →

Linear

Issue tracking for high-performance teams. Built for speed and simplicity.

linear.app →

Slack

Team communication platform with channels, threads, and integrations.

slack.com →

Cal.com

Open-source scheduling tool. Alternative to Calendly.

cal.com →

Templates & Documents

Y Combinator SAFE Agreement

Standard fundraising documents for early-stage startups. Multiple versions available.

Download Template →

Pitch Deck Templates (Sequoia)

Proven pitch deck structure from one of the world's leading VCs.

View Guide →

Financial Model Templates

SaaS financial models with revenue forecasts, unit economics, and hiring plans.

Download Template →

Founder Agreement Template (Carta)

Equity splits, vesting schedules, and founder terms. Free legal templates.

Get Template →

Communities

Indie Hackers

Community of independent founders building profitable businesses.

250,000+ members

Join Community →

Hacker News

Tech news and discussion community run by Y Combinator.

5M+ monthly visitors

Visit Forum →

Product Hunt

Discover and launch new products. Daily leaderboard of the best launches.

8M+ monthly visitors

Browse Products →

SaaStr Community

B2B SaaS founders sharing growth strategies and metrics.

100,000+ members

Join Community →

r/startups

Reddit community for startup founders, advisors, and investors.

1.5M+ members

Visit Subreddit →

Startup School (YC)

Free online course with founder community and office hours.

Free access

Join Program →

Funding Databases

Crunchbase

Comprehensive database of companies, investors, and funding rounds. Track competitors and identify potential investors.

crunchbase.com →

AngelList

Connect with angel investors and VCs. Raise funding, recruit talent, and discover startups.

angel.co →

Product Hunt Funding Directory

Discover startups that recently raised funding. Filter by stage, location, and industry.

View Directory →

The Family VC Database

Curated list of European and US venture capital firms with investment focus and contact info.

Browse VCs →