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Equity dilution calculator.

A startup equity dilution spreadsheet for modelling a fundraising round, founder ownership, investor ownership, and option-pool impact.

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Inside the file

See ownership after the cheque clears

Pre-money valuation
Investment amount
Post-money valuation
Investor ownership
Why this exists

Clarity earns the next conversation.

Valuation headlines hide the ownership outcome. This calculator makes the post-money cap table visible so founders can discuss trade-offs before agreeing to terms.

Built for

Founders considering a priced round or modelling the ownership effect of new investment and option-pool changes.

What is inside

The parts investors expect.

Pre-money valuation
Investment amount
Post-money valuation
Investor ownership
Founder dilution
Option-pool impact
Before-and-after ownership view
How to use it

Make it yours. Make it true.

01

Enter the current ownership accurately

02

Model the proposed round

03

Test option-pool timing

04

Review the output with qualified legal and tax advisers

Do not sabotage it

Three mistakes that kill confidence.

01

Confusing pre-money and post-money valuation

02

Ignoring the option-pool shuffle

03

Treating the spreadsheet as legal advice

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This template is for planning and educational use. It is not legal, tax, accounting, or investment advice.