How many types of business plans can I create?

This generator supports 17 types: Startup, SBA Loan, Bank Loan, Strategic, Recovery, Continuity, Nonprofit, International, Internal, Immigration (E-2, EB-5, L-1), Partnership, Investor, Pre-Seed, Seed, Funding, Grant, and Marketing. Each type has its own sections and fields tailored to the audience.

How often can I generate a free business plan?

You can generate one free business plan per week. After that, create a free LinkDuka account for unlimited access with no waiting period.

Will banks accept a plan from this generator?

The plan gives you a solid starting structure with the sections lenders expect - cash flow, repayment ability, collateral, and financial snapshot. Some lenders have their own required format, so ask for their template and adapt this plan into it. The structure and numbers are what matter.

Can I use this for an SBA loan application?

Yes. The SBA Business Plan type includes loan purpose, collateral, repayment plan, cash flow projections, and credit history - the specific elements SBA lenders use to approve or reject applications.

Can I use this for an investor pitch?

Yes. The Investor Business Plan covers market opportunity, business model, traction, financial projections, use of funds, and exit strategy - the sections investors read first. For a pitch deck, use these sections as the story and build slides around them.

Can I use this for a grant application?

Yes. The Grant Business Plan includes needs statement, theory of change, beneficiaries, expected outcomes and metrics, budget and sustainability - the sections grant funders evaluate. Align the language with the specific funder's criteria.

Can I use this for an immigration visa?

Yes. The Immigration Business Plan supports E-2, EB-5, L-1, and EB-2 NIW visa types. It covers business description, investment amount, jobs created, economic impact, and USCIS compliance notes.

What goes into the financial snapshot?

The generator asks for three numbers: start-up cost, monthly sales, and monthly costs. It calculates monthly profit (sales minus costs) and formats everything in KES. These numbers appear in the financial section of your finished plan.

How long should a business plan be?

For most Kenyan small businesses, 3 to 6 pages is enough. For loan or investor applications, 8 to 15 pages with detailed financials is standard. A plan that is clear and honest beats a long one that is vague.

How often should I update my business plan?

Review it quarterly and refresh the financial numbers monthly. A business plan is a living tool - update it whenever your prices, costs, customers, or goals change.

Is my data saved or uploaded?

No. Everything you type stays in your browser. The generator runs entirely on your device - nothing is sent to a server except the rate-limit check. Your business information is private.

Can I save the finished plan as a PDF?

Yes. After generating your plan, click the "Print / PDF" button and choose "Save as PDF" in your browser's print dialog. The plan prints in a clean layout with only the finished document.

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Business plan generator

Create a structured business plan in minutes. Choose from 17 plan types - startup, SBA loan, investor, grant, immigration, and more - each with tailored sections and fields.

Free, instant, and private - one plan per week, no account needed.

Pick your plan type

Choose from 17 types - each one structures the sections for its specific audience and purpose.

Fill in your details

Describe your business, your market, and your numbers. The form adapts to show only the fields your plan type needs.

Print or save as PDF

Review the live preview, finalise, and print. The output is a clean document ready for lenders, investors, or grant funders.

17 plan types

Choose the right plan for your audience

Different readers look for different things. A lender wants to see repayment ability. An investor wants market size and exit strategy. A grant funder wants outcomes and beneficiaries. Pick the type that matches your goal, and the generator builds the right sections.

Startup Business Plan A startup business plan is a comprehensive document that describes your new business objectives, tactics, and day-to-day... SBA Business Plan An SBA business plan is a formal document required by the U.S. Small Business Administration for entrepreneurs seeking S... Bank Loan Business Plan A bank loan business plan is a strategic document that outlines a company goals, tactics, and financial predictions, ess... Strategic Business Plan A strategic business plan is a foundation for decision-making, guiding the organisation toward its goals. It outlines st... Recovery Business Plan A recovery business plan is a strategic document that ensures a business overcomes setbacks and disruptions, particularl... Continuity Business Plan A continuity business plan outlines how a business will continue operating during an unplanned disruption or crisis. It... Nonprofit Business Plan A nonprofit business plan is a detailed document outlining the mission, goals, strategies, and financial projections of... International Business Plan An international business plan is a strategic document that outlines a company goals, strategies, and operational plans... Internal Business Plan An internal business plan is a crucial document within a company that outlines its strategies, goals, and resources. It... Immigration Business Plan An immigration business plan is a strategic document that supports visa applications by detailing a business potential c... Partnership Business Plan A partnership business plan is a detailed document that outlines the goals, strategies, roles, and responsibilities of e... Investor Business Plan A business plan for investors outlines a company operations, strategy, and financial projections, aiming to attract inve... Pre-Seed Business Plan A pre-seed business plan is a document for startups in their earliest stage, outlining the initial concept, strategy, ma... Seed Business Plan A seed business plan is a detailed document outlining a startup initial growth phase strategies, to secure seed funding.... Business Plan for Funding A business plan for funding is an essential strategic document that articulates a company strategy, operations, and fina... Grant Business Plan A grant business plan is a comprehensive document outlining an organisation mission, objectives, strategies, and financi... Marketing Business Plan A marketing business plan is a strategy document that outlines a company marketing goals, strategies, and budget. It inv...

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What is a business plan?

A business plan is a written document that describes your business - what it does, who it serves, how it makes money, and what it costs to run. It forces you to answer the questions that matter before you commit money: who will buy, what will it cost to start, how will the business actually run, and what does a good month look like.

Plans rarely survive contact with reality unchanged - that is fine. Their value is in the clarity they create. A lender, investor, or partner asking "why will this work?" gets a structured, honest answer instead of a pitch built on hope.

Why different plans for different audiences

Every business plan is written with a purpose. When you apply for a bank loan, the lender wants to see repayment ability, collateral, and cash flow stability. When you pitch to an investor, they want market size, growth potential, and an exit strategy. When you apply for a grant, the funder wants outcomes, beneficiaries, and a sustainability plan.

Using the wrong plan type is like speaking the wrong language. This generator lets you pick the audience first, then builds the sections and fields that match what that audience actually reads. The result is a plan that answers the right questions for the right person.

How to write a business plan in Kenya

Start with the problem, not the idea. What pain do your customers face? Why do they need you? Lenders and investors care about demand, not descriptions.

Use real numbers, not guesses. If you do not know your monthly sales, average your last three months. If you are pre-revenue, say so honestly and explain your path to first revenue.

Keep it short and honest. Three to six pages is enough for most small business plans. A clear, realistic plan beats a long, vague one. Update it quarterly as your numbers change.

Match the plan to the reader. A bank wants to see how you will repay. An investor wants to see how they will earn a return. A grant funder wants to see measurable impact. This tool helps you structure the right plan for each audience.

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A business plan generator is a tool that helps you create a structured business plan by filling in simple fields. You describe your business, your market, your finances, and the tool organises everything into a professional document you can print or save as a PDF.

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