Sweeping Liability Disclaimer

In plain English: They're not responsible for damages even if they're negligent or legally required to be responsible.

“YOU EXPRESSLY UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT Y COMBINATOR WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY DAMAGES, OR DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF GOODWILL, USE, DATA OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES (EVEN IF Y COMBINATOR HAS B...”

VERIFIED

This is an exact, word-for-word quote from Y Combinator's Terms of Service.

Verified on May 1, 2026.

View full proof →

Rate it (1 crazy → 10 amazing):

Anonymous · Privacy

Ratings and severity levels reflect community and AI assessment, not legal advice or factual determinations. Always refer to the original Terms of Service for authoritative terms.

See all clauses from Y Combinator or browse all providers