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Equity split without guesswork

A simple calculator that helps co-founding teams arrive at a fair equity split based on real contributions. Not gut feelings or awkward conversations!

📊 20 smart questions
👥 Up to 6 co-founders
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Who's on the founding team?

Add between 2 and 6 co-founders. You'll score each person in the next step.

Answer questions about your team

20 quick questions to understand each co-founder's contribution. Just check the boxes.

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Your Recommended Equity Split

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Disclaimer: These results are an estimate based on a simplified scoring model. They may not account for all factors relevant to your specific situation, including legal, financial, and interpersonal considerations. Use this as a starting point for discussion. Further negotiation, professional legal advice, and mutual agreement among co-founders is strongly advised before formalizing any equity arrangement.

Equity Distribution

Detailed Breakdown

Co-founder Score Equity

Employee Option Pool i

15%
0% 15% 30%

Recommended Vesting Schedule i

Year 1
Cliff — 25%
Year 2
50%
Year 3
75%
Year 4
100%
Total Duration 4 years
Cliff Period 1 year (25% vests)
After Cliff Remaining 75% vests monthly over 36 months
Why This Matters Protects the company if a co-founder leaves early

Factor Weights Used

The equity split was calculated using these research-backed factor weights, drawn from models like Slicing Pie and common VC-backed startup practices.

Idea Origination 5%
Role & Responsibility 25%
Time Commitment 25%
Experience & Expertise 15%
Stage of Joining 10%
Capital Contribution 10%
Risk & Opportunity Cost 10%