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Preflight

acquired by ApplitoolsYC W19

Chicago, US · Founded 2018 · 5 employees · 7 known investors

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Preflight provides a no-code testing platform that automatically generates and maintains web application tests by tracking user interactions and adapting to page changes. The tool supports end-to-end test workflows, chaining dependent tests, and can extract API tests from recorded network activity.

Also known as PreFlight HQ, Inc.

Developer ToolsEnterprise SoftwareSaaSB2BUnited States of AmericaAmerica / CanadaFully Remote

Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (W19)

Preflight was founded in 2018 by Mustafa Bayramoglu.

MBMustafa Bayramoglu
Mustafa BayramogluFounder2018–2023Mustafa Bayramoglu is a software engineer with expertise in high-performance computing who was an early engineer at ShipBob and helped scale its engineering organization. He holds a Master's degree in High Performance Computing and is now building Preflight.
PJ
Patrick Johnson

Investors · 7

Hyde Park Venture Partnerslisted by Hyde Park Venture PartnersChicago · $500K – $3M

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Y Combinatorlisted by Y CombinatorSan Francisco · $500K

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M25reportedChicago · $500K – $3M

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Mucker CapitalreportedVenice · $250K – $750K

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OCA VenturesreportedChicago · $1M – $3M

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Venture Investment AssociatesreportedPeapack

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Frequently asked questions

What does Preflight do?
Preflight provides a no-code testing platform that automatically generates and maintains web application tests by tracking user interactions and adapting to page changes. The tool supports end-to-end test workflows, chaining dependent tests, and can extract API tests from recorded network activity.
Who founded Preflight?
Preflight was founded by Mustafa Bayramoglu in 2018.
Who are Preflight's investors?
Preflight's investors include Grand Ventures, Hyde Park Venture Partners, Y Combinator, M25, Mucker Capital, OCA Ventures, Venture Investment Associates.
Who acquired Preflight?
Preflight was acquired by Applitools.
Where is Preflight headquartered?
Preflight is headquartered in Chicago, US.