You, Only Virtual (YOV) offering is now closed and is no longer accepting investments.
INVEST IN YOU, ONLY VIRTUAL (YOV) TODAY!
Never Have to Say Goodbye
$24,635.37 Raised
REASONS TO INVEST
You, Only Virtual is creating what we believe to be a completely new industry category of grief coping tools using posthumous communication systems. Our patented technology is being developed into an advanced feature suite that allows users to talk, text, video chat, and connect with loved ones even after their passing.
We envision YOV’s total addressable market will eventually encompass the over 6.5B smartphone users worldwide for whom death and loss are a universal experience. Within this market, the company is initially focused on serving 298M U.S. based users – many of whom are millennials with aging parents – at an estimated market value of over $300 Billion annually.*
You, Only Virtual was founded after the company’s CEO was confronted with a near fatal motorcycle accident and his mother’s stage-4 cancer diagnosis. Seeking a way to preserve life’s most important relationships in the event of loss, he assembled a team of leading AI specialists, software engineers, and high level industry advisors to advance existing technology and develop an entirely new digital afterlife concept.
*Market size calculated internally by You, Only Virtual using information provided by Statista, Pew Research Center, & BusinessWire (source, source, source, source)
the pitch
Representing a new frontier in human connection and communication, You, Only Virtual (YOV) is a new online platform and subscription digital afterlife system. Our fully patented technology uses AI and machine learning to recreate the unique relationship dynamics between users and loved ones, enabling interactive and authentic conversations to be continued posthumously.
Keeping Conversation and Connection Alive After Loss
Technology being developed by You, Only Virtual (YOV) offers a way to keep communication going between living individuals and loved ones who have passed on or who are otherwise unable to communicate. With the YOV platform, users are connected with virtual personas – known as Versonas – which are designed to capture the authentic essence of an individual's personality, even after they are no longer with us.
Our unique system utilizes AI mapping and machine learning, so that relationship dynamics remain authentic and the nuance of your most important conversations is never lost. Versonas will be able to text, call, and chat in real-time, serving as a supplement for missing relationships and providing a valuable sense of connection in times of grief.
The Problem & Our Solution
Thoughtful Application of Today’s Tech to Support the Grieving Process
When a person dies, the loss of their unique presence can cause intense grief, heartache, and disruption for the loved ones they leave behind. With more recent technology, saving communications such as texts, voicemails, and even social media pages has become a common way to remember deceased friends and family, yet we believe these types of missives are limited in their ability to replicate true human connection.
At YOV, we approach virtual communications differently and intentionally, leveraging AI/ML technology to analyze archived communications and reflect the dynamics of real life relationships. Rather than building simply recording memories, our Versonas are custom created and evolve as you communicate to deliver an authentic and genuine experience, as complex and context-sensitive as the people they emulate.
*The augmented reality functionality of You, Only Virtual's technology featured above is still in development & not currently available. The company currently plans to be able to introduce this feature in 2024.
Our platform is available to users via an affordable monthly subscription fee and will integrate seamlessly with existing channels for uninterrupted connection. We have also developed our systems in collaboration with industry experts – including grief counselors, social workers, and mental health professionals – ensuring that users are connected to the right resources in times of crisis.
*Testimonials may not be representative of the experience of other customers and are not a guarantee of future performance or success.
The Market & Our Traction
Multiple Patents, Media Validation, and a Pipeline of 10K+ Waitlist Subscribers
You, Only Virtual has released a working beta version of our communications platform and is rapidly building brand awareness through strategic marketing outreach. Following recent campaigns, we’ve secured 53% signup conversion, 12% sales conversion, and have generated a waitlist of over 10K users.
The company currently holds three broad U.S. patents for its core functionalities and we anticipate more to come in the near future. We’ve also been featured by over a dozen major media outlets, including Bloomberg Television, Analytics Insight, Input Magazine, VentureBeat, the MIT Technology Review, as well as an upcoming BBC documentary showcasing the YOV story and our journey to market launch.
Why Invest
Invest in a Technology Designed to Transcend
You, Only Virtual is creating a future where your grandfather can guide you through preparation for an upcoming job interview, where your most trusted parent can comfort you through hardship, and where your morning coffee can still be shared with your beloved spouse, even after they have passed on.
*The augmented reality functionality of You, Only Virtual's technology featured above is still in development & not currently available. The company currently plans to be able to introduce this feature in 2024.
Our digital afterlife technology was designed to make this vision a reality and now we are ready to share this new experience with the hundreds of millions of global citizens who we envision will benefit from never having to say goodbye.
Join us by investing today in You, Only Virtual on StartEngine.
ABOUT
HEADQUARTERS
108 S. Clark Drive, Apt #404
Los Angeles, CA 90048
WEBSITE
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You, Only Virtual (YOV) is a new AI enterprise developing posthumous communications technology. The pre-revenue company has recently introduced the beta version of its patented digital afterlife system and is actively growing a pipeline for future launch with a waitlist of over 10K potential subscribers.
TEAM
Justin Harrison
CEO & Founder
Liane Adkins
COO/CFO
Craig Garcia
CTO
Anita Lane
Chief Communications Officer
Roberta Velloso
Senior Project Manager/Creative Director
Rupert Stechman
Senior Data Engineer
TERMS
You, Only Virtual (YOV)
Overview
PRICE PER SHARE
$0.96
DEADLINE
Feb 27, 2023
VALUATION
$11.99M
AMOUNT RAISED
$24,635.37
Breakdown
MIN INVESTMENT
$249.60
MAX INVESTMENT
$1,234,999.68
MIN NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
10,416
OFFERING TYPE
Equity
ASSET TYPE
COMMON
SHARES OFFERED
Class B Common Stock
MAX NUMBER OF SHARES OFFERED
1,286,458
Maximum Number of Shares Offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares
Company | : | YOV, Inc. |
Corporate Address | : | 108 S. Clark Drive, Apt #404, Los Angeles, CA 90048 |
Offering Minimum | : | $9,999.36 |
Offering Maximum | : | $1,234,999.68 |
Minimum Investment Amount(per investor) | : | $249.60 |
Terms
Offering Type | : | Equity |
Security Name | : | Class B Common Stock |
Minimum Number of Shares Offered | : | 10,416 |
Maximum Number of Shares Offered | : | 1,286,458 |
Price per Share | : | $0.96 |
Pre-Money Valuation | : | $11,986,300.80 |
*Maximum number of shares offered subject to adjustment for bonus shares. See Bonus info below.
Investment Incentives & Bonuses*
Loyalty Bonus | 10% Bonus Shares
As you are in the YOV Network, you are eligible for additional bonus shares.
Time-Based
Friends and Family Early Birds
Invest within the first 48 hours and receive 30% bonus shares.
Super Early Bird Bonus
Invest within the first week and receive 25% bonus shares.
Early Bird Bonus
Invest within the first two weeks and receive 20% bonus shares.
Amount-Based
$500+ | YOV Starter
Invest $500+ and receive 5% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free 1 year subscription to YOV.
$1,000+ | YOV Supporter
Invest $1,000+ and receive 8% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free 1 year subscription to YOV.
$2,500+ | YOV Advocate
Invest $2,500+ and receive 10% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free lifetime year subscription to YOV.
$5,000+ | YOV VIP
Invest $5,000+ and receive 15% Bonus Shares, all perks included in the YOV Advocate tier, plus access to the YOV VIP Club which includes in-person invites to all product launches, release parties, and quarterly dinner with the CEO.
$10,000+ | YOV Stakeholder
Invest $10,000+ and receive 20% Bonus Shares, all perks included in the YOV VIP tier, plus a thank you dinner with the founder and CEO and a special stakeholder highlight on our website.
*In order to receive perks from an investment, one must submit a single investment in the same offering that meets the minimum perk requirement. Bonus shares from perks will not be granted if an investor submits multiple investments that, when combined, meet the perk requirement. All perks occur when the offering is completed.
The 10% StartEngine Owners' Bonus
YOV will offer 10% additional bonus shares for all investments that are committed by investors that are eligible for the StartEngine Crowdfunding Inc. OWNer's bonus.
This means eligible StartEngine shareholders will receive a 10% bonus for any shares they purchase in this offering. For example, if you buy 100 shares of Class B Common Stock at $0.96 / share, you will receive 110 shares of Class B Common Stock, meaning you'll own 110 shares for $96. Fractional shares will not be distributed and share bonuses will be determined by rounding down to the nearest whole share.
This 10% Bonus is only valid during the investors' eligibility period. Investors eligible for this bonus will also have priority if they are on a waitlist to invest and the company surpasses its maximum funding goal. They will have the first opportunity to invest should room in the offering become available if prior investments are canceled or fail.
Investors will receive the highest single bonus they are eligible for among the bonuses based on the amount invested and time of offering elapsed (if any). Eligible investors will also receive the Owner’s Bonus and Loyalty Bonus in addition to the aforementioned bonus.
ALL UPDATES
02.23.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) announces launch on 03/31/23 - Only 3 days left to invest
Exciting news from You, Only Virtual (YOV)! We will officially launch on 03/31/23!
Watch our launch video here - https://vimeo.com/801031089
There are only 3 days left on the StartEngine campaign. Don't miss your chance to invest.
02.22.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) Featured in the MIT Technology Review!
MIT Technology Review features You, Only Virtual (YOV) in an article on "Grief Tech", stating that "Digital clones of the people we love could forever change how we grieve."
Read it here:
https://www.technologyreview.com/2022/10/18/1061320/digital-clones-of-dead-people/
02.21.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) selected as one of the top 50 global startups at SLINGSHOT 2022
You, Only Virtual (YOV) selected as one of the top 50 global startups at SLINGSHOT 2022
As a top 50 finalist, YOV was invited to pitch and present at SLINGSHOT 2022, a startup program part of Singapore Week of Innovation & Technology. YOV beat more than 3,600 applicants from around the world and was named as one of the top startups in the world. YOV Founder and CEO, Justin Harrison, was invited to SLINGSHOT in Singapore, to present and connect with global industry leaders.
02.13.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) begins Beta testing its newest MVP - YOV Voice
You, Only Virtual (YOV) begins Beta testing its newest MVP - YOV Voice
The YOV team has completed their first working voice-enabled Versona, as part of building The Amazing Johnathan’s Versona. With YOV Voice, users will be able to receive new voice memos from loved ones who have passed on. More information coming soon.
01.30.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) scheduled to appear on VICE TV in March 2023
You, Only Virtual (YOV) has finished taping a VICE TV episode featuring the Versona of The Amazing Johnathan.
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Amazing_Johnathan
World-renowned magician and comedian, The Amazing Johnathan, and his wife, Anastasia Synn, reached out to YOV to create a Versona for Johnathan before his passing in 2022. Working alongside Anastasia, YOV has created a Versona of The Amazing Johnathan and VICE TV documented the process of building it. Johnathan’s Versona, and the process, are revealed in a full episode on VICE TV News that is scheduled to air in March 2023.
01.27.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) featured on Bloomberg TV's 2 Minute Drill
You, Only Virtual (YOV) featured on Bloomberg TV’s 2 Minute Drill
Out of hundreds of startups and small businesses, You, Only Virtual was selected to compete on David Meltzer's 2 Minute Drill, a pitch show on Bloomberg TV. YOV received stellar feedback from the panel of high-profile judges, check out what they had to say about YOV and our technology.
Watch YOV on 2 Minute Drill here: https://vimeo.com/744777980
#InvestYOV
01.25.23
You, Only Virtual (YOV) is being featured in two groundbreaking documentaries this year!
You, Only Virtual (YOV) is being featured in two groundbreaking documentaries this year. All Start Engine Investors will receive a personal invite to screen both films with founder, Justin Harrison, and the filmmakers.
Check them out here:
Eternal Me: https://www.idfa.nl/en/film/a8f62300-b637-4e3f-9e63-f050971c5c1e/eternal-me/idfa-forum
Never Say Goodbye: https://vimeo.com/749732684/526b7f9a29
#InvestYOV
Stack Owner's Bonus & Rewards!
Members get an extra 10% shares in addition to rewards below!
REWARDS
$249
Earn 10% Bonus Shares
Earn 10% bonus shares in this investment and all eligible investments for an entire year. If you are not already an Owners bonus holder, you can join now, for $275, billed annually.
$500
YOV Starter
Invest $500+ and receive 5% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free 1 year subscription to YOV.
$1,000
YOV Supporter
Invest $1,000+ and receive 8% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free 1 year subscription to YOV.
$2,500
YOV Advocate
Invest $2,500+ and receive 10% Bonus Shares plus early access to beta testing and first product release, and free lifetime year subscription to YOV.
$5,000
YOV VIP
Invest $5,000+ and receive 15% Bonus Shares, all perks included in the YOV Advocate tier, plus access to the YOV VIP Club which includes in-person invites to all product launches, release parties, and quarterly dinner with the CEO.
$10,000
YOV Stakeholder
Invest $10,000+ and receive 20% Bonus Shares, all perks included in the YOV VIP tier, plus a thank you dinner with the founder and CEO and a special stakeholder highlight on our website.
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