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Oct 1 – Colorbloq | Early Badge Pickup Only | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Oct 2 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 3 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 4 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Please bring your ticket and a government-issued photo ID to pick up your badge. Name on badge/ticket must match the name ID.
Need to change info/name on a ticket before checking in? Follow these directions.
Avoid the lines at the conference and head to Colorbloq in San Francisco on Oct. 1 from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm to pick up your badge. Please bring your ticket and a government-issued photo ID.
Colorbloq Address: 435 Brannan St #110, San Francisco, CA 94107
TechCrunch’s full code of conduct can be found here. Violating the code of conduct with result in immediate expulsion from the event without refund.
Report incidents to TechCrunch staff by calling +1 (415) 579-3838 or emailing codeofconduct@techcrunch.com.
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There are several areas and stages at Disrupt SF. Here’s a quick recap of each area/stage:
Main Stage:
1:1 Interviews, in-depth panel discussions, Startup Battlefield, demos, and more
Extra Crunch Stage:
1:1 Interviews, startup focused in-depth panel discussions, demos, and more
Showcase Stage (located in Startup Alley):
Startup Alley demos, TechCrunch Video interviews
Breakout Sessions:
Long form, deep-dives on topics that interest you
Q&A Sessions:
Intimate, interactive discussions with speakers on topics taken from the audience
Startup Alley:
The main expo hall for the conference where early-stage startups and sponsors showcase their company
Hackathon
Over the course of approximately 24 hours, 800 hackers will form teams to ideate, create, and then demo their creations the following day on the Extra Crunch stage at Disrupt Sf.
Startup Battlefield brings the world’s top early-stage startups together on the Disrupt Main Stage to compete for the coveted Disrupt Cup, a $100,000 prize, and the attention of media and investors. Since appearing on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage, Startup Battlefield alumni have collectively raised over $8 billion and seen over 100 exits. Check out the Startup Battlefield sessions, located on the Main Stage. Disrupt SF 2019 Startup Battlefield contestants will be announced at 9AM on October 2.
Learn more about Startup Battlefield
Sponsored by
Over the course of approximately 24 hours, 800 hackers will form teams to ideate, create and submit their products and directly afterwards, the sponsor judges and official TechCrunch judges will go around to each team for a demo of each creation. From this, our top 10 finalists will be selected to demo the following day on the Extra Crunch stage at Disrupt Sf
On the final day of the conference, everyone is invited to watch the 10 finalists present their project in a 2-minute pitch and then we’ll announce the top hack will receive the $10,000 grand prize money.
Find out more information about the hackathon here.
Message From Snap Inc.
Learn how entrepreneurs are using Snap Kit, developer tools for Snapchat, for growth and success (Oct 2, 1:30pm). Then, listen to CEO Evan Spiegel talk about where Snap is today (Oct 4, 11:25am). See agenda.
Explore TomTom’s Maps APIs and SDKs
TomTom Maps APIs make it easy for you to build leading location-aware applications. We offer a variety of cross-platform REST APIs and SDKs so you can build and enhance your mobile and web apps with search, routing, mapping and traffic features. Join us at our booth, BF2 in the Expo Hall to learn more, including on-going workshops hosted by our TomTom Developer Advocates. Visit Our Developer Portal.
Enter Magna’s Future Mobility Disruptor Award
Magna will present a $10,000 cash prize and the opportunity to meet with the Magna R&D Innovation team to the Future Mobility Disruptor award winner. Wherever your idea comes from, if you think it can help move Mobility into the Future enter now! Enter Now.
Message From KOTRA
Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency, otherwise known as KOTRA, operates under South Korea’s Ministry of Trade, Industry, and Energy (MOTIE), as the national trade and investment promotion organization. KOTRA is a not-for-profit agency that promotes and facilitates bilateral business relationships between Korea and the world since its foundation in 1962. Learn More.
Grab a complementary All Access Pass to BoxWorks 2019
Grab a complementary All Access Pass to BoxWorks 2019! Box and TechCrunch are hosting neighboring events and we’re teaming up! During TC Disrupt, head over to Moscone West to hear from enterprise tech leaders, explore our Partner Pavilion, and more! Use complementary code “19BW20TechCrunch” and register here.
RapidAPI is inviting you to their Disrupt after-party with FREE food, drinks, and entertainment! Due to popular demand, we’ve added more tickets to our after-party at the Temple nightclub.
Don’t forget, the Disrupt SF pass is still your key to get into the party.
When: Thursday, Oct. 3rd, 2019
6:00 pm – 11:00 pm PST
Where: The Temple Nightclub
540 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94105
(2 blocks from the Moscone Center)
Good to know: Space is limited, and you must have a ticket through their event listing to attend along with your Disrupt SF badge! 21+ only. Must have a government-issued photo ID to enter.
Email your questions about the party to event@rapidapi.com
Startup Alley Exhibitor Lounge
Open to startups exhibiting in Startup Alley with a Startup Alley Pass only, this is a great place to relax and take a break from the craziness of Startup Alley. Badge required for entry.
Investor Lounge
Open to Investor Pass holders only, catchup on work or take a call in the Investor Lounge. Badge required for entry.
Extra Crunch Lounge
Exclusive lounge just for Extra Crunch subscribers.
Puppy Lounge sponsored by Kinship
Swing by the hackathon area for some much-needed puppy-fun decompression on Oct. 2 – Oct. 3
TechCrunch is offering semi-private meeting rooms at $40/55 minutes at Disrupt SF. These rooms are great for taking meetings of up to 4 people or catching up on some work. Meeting spaces can only be used by registered Disrupt SF ticket holders.
These meeting rooms are separate from CrunchMatch/Brella networking program.
We will have a bag and coat check room for attendees to store their belongings. It is located in the Moscone North Lobby.
There will be food and beverage vendors in Moscone for attendees to purchase from. Meals are not included in pass admission. No outside food or beverages are allowed in Moscone.
Neighboring Restaurant Recommendations:
Oren’s Hummus
Pizzeria Delfina
Mourad
Delarosa
Tropisueño
Super Duper Burgers
In Situ at SFMOMA
We recommend reserving convenient and affordable parking in advance through SpotHero, the largest place to buy and sell parking in the US and Canada. To reserve your parking spot for TechCrunch Disrupt SF, visit Moscone Center SpotHero Parking Info and book a spot with rates up to 50% off drive-up.
New to SpotHero? Click here to download the SpotHero app and claim $10 off parking at Disrupt.
Rideshare Drop Off Address:
Drop Off at: Moscone North, 730 Howard St.
Public Transit:
The nearst BART stations are Powell BART and Montgomery St. Station. Each are about a 5-10 minute walk to Moscone North.
Parking:
Here is a list of neighboring garages that are avaialble to the public – these garages are not affiliated with the conference. Prices and availablity vary.
Fifth & Mission Parking Garage
833 Mission Street (between Fourth & Fifth streets, adjacent to Moscone West)
(415) 982-8522 x18
Hearst Parking Center
45 Third Street (45 Third Street (entrance on Stevenson, 2 blocks from Moscone South/North)
(415) 989-4000
Moscone Center Garage
255 Third Street (Folsom & Howard, across the street from Moscone South’s Esplanade Ballroom)
(415) 777-2782 (garage)
(415) 538-7888 (office)
Museum Parc Garage
300 Third Street (entrance on Third and on Folsom streets)
(415) 348-0304
If you need the services of the mother’s lounger, there will be a lactation suite made available to you.
If you need the services of the mutli-faith room, it is located in the Moscone North Lobby.
How to transfer a ticket
If you need to transfer a ticket follow these instructions. You have until September 27, 2019 to transfer a ticket.
Update information on your ticket
To update the information on your ticket follow these directions. The information provided on your ticket will need to match your government-issued photo Identification Card and the information provided will be used on your badge during the event.
Names on Tickets & Names on Badges
Please note that it is TechCrunch policy that the name on attendees’ printed badge should match the name on the person’s government photo issued ID. Nicknames or abbreviations are acceptable.
Pass Refund & Lost Badge Policy
All Pass purchases are final and no refunds will be issued. Lost name badges at the conference are subject to a $75 replacement fee.
Locating Your Ticket:
If you’re having trouble locating your ticket, search for “universe” in your inbox/spam/trash/promotions folder. If you’re still having trouble locating your ticket, please email events@techcrunch.com
For further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to events@techcrunch.com
Logistics Questions
Where is Disrupt SF?
Moscone North Convention Center
730 Howard St
San Francisco, CA 94103
How do I get to Moscone North?
The Moscone North Convention Center is extremely central to the heart of San Francisco.
Easily accessible by the underground BART transit or MUNI metro, riders can disembark at the Powell Street Station and walk 5-10 minutes to the entrance with Moscone North on your left as you approach from Howard street. More specific information about the venue, including parking and traffic alerts can be found here.
What are the dates for Disrupt SF?
October 2 – October 4
What Language is Disrupt SF In?
Disrupt SF is conducted in American English.
Do you provide language translation services?
No, Disrupt SF doesn’t provide language translation services.
Who attends Disrupt SF?
Attendance is expected to top 10,000 people. Disrupt SF brings together thousands of founders, investors, developers, technologists, and business people who are interested in the startup and technology world.
Where can I find photos from the event?
Visit TechCrunch’s Flickr page for photos of the conference. Photos are uploaded 3-5 business days after the conference.
Will transcripts of content be made available?
Yes, Main Stage content will have transcripts made available from Otter.AI. Check your email at the end of each day for a link to the Otter.AI transcripts.
Will videos of the content be made available?
Select video content will be made available on techcrunch.com
Is Disrupt SF ADA accessible?
Yes, Disrupt SF is fully ADA accessible.
What are the TechCrunch Disrupt Social Tags?
#TCDisrupt #hackdisrupt @techcrunch
Is there wifi at the conference?
Yes, there is wifi at the conference, free of charge.
How long is registration open for attendees?
Oct 1 – Colorbloq | Early Badge Pickup Only | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Oct 2 – Moscone North | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 3 – Moscone North | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 4 – Moscone North | 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
Is the conference being live-streamed?
Only content on the Main Stage will be live-streamed. No other content will be live-streamed.
Is there a bag/cloakroom?
Yes, a free bag/cloakroom is located in the lobby of Moscone North.
Will you be serving food/beverages at Disrupt SF?
There are several commissaries located in the Moscone Center with food and drinks for purchase. There are also many restaurants within 2 blocks of Moscone. You can find a partial list here.
Can I bring my own food/beverage into Moscone North?
No, outside food/beverages are NOT allowed in Moscone North.
Can minors attend the conference?
Attendees who are minors (persons younger than 18 years old at the time of the event) must be accompanied at all times by an adult who is 18 years or older and who can take legal responsibility for the minor. The TechCrunch ticket and badge policy applies to minors. Please note that some events/parties are only accessible to attendees who are 21 and over.
Some event content may contain mature themes (such as sex, violence, and drug use) that may not be suitable for minors. Adult chaperones are responsible for managing and reviewing content/themes to see if it is suitable for their accompanied minors before, during, or after the event.
A sponsor/exhibitor wants to “scan my badge”. What does that mean?
By providing your badge to a sponsor/exhibitor at a TechCrunch event to be scanned, you are expressly consenting to providing your registration data to that sponsor. From that point on, the attendee’s personal data shared will use such data in accordance with each individual sponsor’s Privacy Policy.
I need to report a code of conduct violation at Disrupt SF. Who do I contact?
TechCrunch’s full code of conduct can be found here.
Report incidents to TechCrunch staff by calling +1 (415) 579-3838 or emailing codeofconduct@techcrunch.com. If you are experiencing an emergency, dial 911.
Do you have any meeting rooms I can book?
Semi-private meeting rooms are available to rent for attendees only at $40/55 minute meeting. You can book them here. This is separate from the CrunchMatch meeting area.
Where can I find the attendee list?
Check the list of attendees in the TechCrunch Events App.
Will there be press at Disrupt?
Bloomberg. CNBC. Financial Times. Mashable. Disrupt hosts hundreds of accredited reporters, bloggers and correspondents from around the world. TechCrunch extends press credentials to qualified media outlets and industry journalists. This list will be provided to our sponsors and Startup Alley exhibitors attending the event. For Press Pass Requests – submit HERE.
Event Content-Related Questions
What is TC Top Picks?
TC Top Picks are outstanding early-stage startups that are selected by TechCrunch editors in these categories: AI/Machine Learning, Biotech/Healthtech, Blockchain, Fintech, Mobility, Privacy/Security, Retail/eCommerce, Robotics/IoT/Hardware, SaaS and Social Impact & Education. Look for them in Startup Alley and on the Showcase Stage!
What are Startup Alley Pavillions?
Pavilions in Startup Alley are groups of early stage startups clustered together either based on vertical, sponsor company, or region.
What is Startup Battlefield?
Startup Battlefield brings the world’s top early-stage startups together on the Disrupt Main Stage to compete for the coveted Disrupt Cup, a $100,000 prize, and the attention of media and investors. Since appearing on the TechCrunch Disrupt stage, Startup Battlefield alumni have collectively raised over $8 billion and seen over 100 exits. Check out the Startup Battlefield sessions, located on the Main Stage. Disrupt SF 2019 Startup Battlefield contestants will be announced at 9 AM on October 2.
What is CrunchMatch?
CrunchMatch is the exclusive in-conference platform hosted by Brella.io which allows founders and investors attending the conference to request meetings with one another, schedules a date/time and assigns a specific table at the event for them to meet within the CrunchMatch area on the Expo floor at the event.
CrunchMatch App login details will be distributed through the TechCrunch Events App. They are two seperate apps.
What type of content is shown in each area of the conference?
Main Stage:
1:1 Interviews, in-depth panel discussions, Startup Battlefield, demos, and more
Extra Crunch Stage:
1:1 Interviews, startup focused in-depth panel discussions, demos, and more
Showcase Stage (located in Startup Alley):
Startup Alley demos, TechCrunch Video interviews
Breakout Sessions:
Long form, deep-dives on topics that interest you
Q&A Sessions:
Intimate, interactive discussions with speakers on topics taken from the audience
Startup Alley:
The main expo hall for the conference where early-stage startups and sponsors showcase their company
Badge & Ticket Questions
When can I pick up my badge?
Oct 1 – Colorbloq | Early Badge Pickup Only | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Oct 2 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 3 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Oct 4 – Moscone North Lobby | 7:30 am – 4:30 pm
Is there early badge pickup?
Yes, on Oct 1 from 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm at Colorbloq in San Francisco (435 Brannan St #110, San Francisco, CA 94107).
I am having trouble finding my ticket – where is it?
Search for “universe” in your inbox/spam/trash/promotions folders to locate tickets. If you’re still having trouble finding your ticket, please email events@techcrunch.com.
If anther person booked your ticket and used a different email address for your ticket, please contact them. This is often the case when tickets are booked for a group/team by one person.
Can I bring a printed ticket or mobile ticket to registration check in?
Yes, we accept tickets at registration in both printed versions on paper and digital versions on mobile phone.
I lost my badge, what do I do!?
Please head to the help desk at Disrupt SF. Please note that a $75 reprint fee is applied to all lost badges.
Can I share my badge with someone else?
No, all badges are to be used by one single person and cannot be shared among multiple people or teams. IDs will be checked at the door to match names to name badges.
There’s a mistake on my badge – can I fix it?
Yes, outside of name changes to another person, visit the help desk for misspelling and other errors.
I want to change the name on my badge to someone else – can I do that?
No, once a badge is printed and has been used you cannot change the name on the badge.
Do you offer single-day or partial-day badges?
No.
What is the refund/transfer policy for Disrupt SF passes?
All purchases are NON-REFUNDABLE but you may transfer your pass to another person up until September 27 before the event by following these instructions.
How can I change information on a ticket?
To change information on a ticket, please follow these directions.
Other Questions
How can I get in touch with TechCrunch writers?
The best way to reach us is to email tips@techcrunch.com.
How can I get in touch with a speaker at Disrupt SF?
We do not share speakers’ contact information.
How do I get in touch with press at Disrupt SF?
Sponsors and exhibitors are sent a press list. We do not share press contact information with the general public.
I want to be in Startup Battlefield – how do I do that?
Applicaitons for Startup Battlefield open up 6-8 months before the conference. Please check the Startup Battlefield website for deadlines and more info.
I want to be a speaker at Disrupt – how do I do that?
Applications for speakers open up 6-8 months before the conference. Pleae check techcrunch.com for announcments on our Disrupt SF 2020 speaker application.
More Event Policies
Attendees are required to comply with the following policies at all TechCrunch events. Failure to comply with these policies may subject you to expulsion from the event without refund.
- Anti-Harassment Policy
- TechCrunch Event Policy
- Liability Waiver
- Photo/Video Policy
By registering for this event and entering the event area, you expressly give your consent to Oath and its affiliates, including TechCrunch Inc,, Oath Holdings Inc. and, Oath (Americas) Inc. the perpetual right and permission to copyright and use recordings (including live streaming) and photographic portraits or pictures of you, without compensation, wholly intact or in part, through any and all media now or hereafter known or invented, for illustration, art, promotion, advertising, trade, or any other purpose and you release Oath Inc. its affiliates, successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature in regard thereto.
I have further questions/complaints/suggestions – who do I contact?
Please email events@techcrunch.com