YesGraph
YesGraph, based in Palo Alto, CA, specialized in using machine learning and social graph analysis to enhance referral and invite flows for apps and websites.
Company Overview
YesGraph is a B2B marketing company based in Palo Alto, CA, USA. Known for enhancing apps' growth, it leverages machine learning and social graph analysis to recommend users for invitations, similar to LinkedIn's 'People You May Know' feature. YesGraph was part of Y Combinator's Winter 2015 batch and has a core team of two members. The company focuses on optimizing referral and invite flows for improved performance in apps and websites.
Services
YesGraph specializes in helping apps grow by recommending which users should be invited, using sophisticated machine learning and social graph analysis methods. The main goal is to boost performance in referral and invite flows, thus driving faster growth and user engagement in various applications. YesGraph's technology has been instrumental in enhancing referral programs for notable companies like Airbnb, Atlassian, Gusto, and Hired.
Partnerships and Collaborations
YesGraph has collaborated with several significant companies to enhance their referral and sharing strategies. Noteworthy partnerships include work with Airbnb, Atlassian, Gusto, and Hired. These collaborations leveraged YesGraph's expertise in social graph analysis and machine learning to optimize referral programs and drive user engagement.
History and Development
YesGraph was founded with the objective of optimizing Dropbox's referral program, which set the stage for its expertise in referral optimization. The company gained recognition when it joined the Y Combinator Winter 2015 batch. On August 31, 2017, YesGraph deactivated its public API. Subsequently, YesGraph integrated with Lyft, merging its team and technology to enhance Lyft's internal referral program, focusing particularly on amplifying driver loyalty through effective referrals.
Y Combinator Participation
YesGraph was part of Y Combinator's Winter 2015 batch. This participation provided the company with initial support and resources needed to refine its technology and business model, emphasizing growth through optimized referral and invite systems.