Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
General
What is Plansane?
Plansane is a smart platform designed to help entrepreneurs, SMEs, consultants, and students build business plans, strategies, and financial models with speed and clarity.
How is Plansane different?
Unlike static templates, Plansane combines design-thinking workflows, automated financial statements, industry benchmarks, and AI-driven assistance. Our pricing is competitive and accessible, without compromising quality or depth.
Who can use Plansane?
Plansane is suitable for startups, small and medium-sized businesses, consultants, accelerators, incubators, educators, and students — anyone who needs a professional business plan or strategic framework.
Planning & Strategy
What does the planning process include?
The process begins with context-setting and strategy development, followed by a comprehensive financial model. Based on your inputs, Plansane can automatically generate pitch materials and support long-term planning, including exit strategies.
Does Plansane help with fundraising?
Yes. Plansane helps you explore different fundraising options and funding structures based on the strategy and financials you build, supported by AI-assisted insights.
Can I generate an investor pitch deck?
Yes. Plansane can automatically generate a professional pitch deck using your plan and financial data.
Financials & Analytics
What financial tools are included?
Plansane includes tools for setup and startup costs, revenue forecasting, customer acquisition costs, marketing budgets, payroll, depreciation, and working capital. Core financial statements such as Profit & Loss, Cash Flow, and Balance Sheet are generated automatically. Advanced analysis includes breakeven analysis, ratios, scenarios, sensitivity analysis, valuation tools, and cap table modeling.
Can I visualize my financials?
Yes. Plansane provides real-time charts and dashboards that update as you change assumptions, helping you compare scenarios and make informed decisions.
What are industry benchmarks?
Industry benchmarks are reference metrics such as margins, CAC, churn rates, and breakeven timelines that help guide realistic assumptions.
Will benchmarks be updated?
Yes. Benchmarks are regularly refreshed using reliable market data, and users can explore linked sources or ask AI for additional research support.
Plans, Pricing & Access
Is there a free version?
Yes. You can start for free with essential features and upgrade at any time to access advanced tools, AI assistance, and full plan generation.
What’s included in Pro vs Premium?
Pro: Advanced financial modeling, benchmarks, and pitch deck creation.
Premium: AI assistance, scenario planning, analytics, and deeper insights.
Enterprise: White-label solutions for incubators, universities, and organizations.
Can I upgrade anytime?
Yes. You can move between plans at any time.
How can I pay?
Payments are accepted via credit and debit cards through Stripe.
Do you offer refunds?
Refunds may be available within the first 14 days of paid plans, subject to our Refund Policy.
Data, Security & Community
Is my data secure?
Yes. Your data is protected using industry-standard security practices, encryption, and access controls. For details, please review our Privacy Policy.
Is my data visible to others?
No. Your plans and data are private unless you explicitly choose to share them.
Is community interaction possible?
Yes. Plansane offers a global community forum where entrepreneurs, consultants, educators, and students can connect and collaborate.
Can I save multiple plans under one account?
Yes. You can create and manage multiple projects, depending on your subscription level.
Can I export and back up my plans?
Yes. You can export plans as PDF or Word documents and store backups on your own device.
Support
Is there a support team?
Yes. You can contact support via email or use the “Ask an Expert” feature within the platform.
If you cannot find the answer to your question, please contact us, and we’ll respond as soon as possible.