Loopt
Y CombinatorSummer 2005AcquiredConsumerSocial
What they do
Problem
People lack an easy way to discover nearby friends, places, and events in real time using their mobile devices.
Solution
Loopt provides an interoperable social-mapping mobile service that uses location data to show who is nearby and recommend relevant places and activities.
Who it's for
Mobile phone users who want to find nearby people, places, and events.
Founders
Sam Altman
Founder
Company timeline
- YC batchSummer 2005
- StatusAcquired
- Team size11 people
- LocationMountain View, CA, USA
