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Startup Runway Calculator

See how many months of cash you have left.

Results

  • Net monthly burn$27,000
  • Runway9.3 months
  • Cash-out (est.)Mar 2027
Verdict: Tight — begin fundraising conversations now.

About this tool

Enter cash in bank, monthly gross burn and monthly revenue. The calculator shows your net burn, runway in months, and the approximate month you'll run out — with guidance on when to start fundraising.

What it does

  • Net monthly burn (burn − revenue)
  • Runway in months
  • Estimated cash-out date
  • Plain-English fundraising verdict

Use cases

  • Tracking cash position monthly
  • Timing the next fundraise
  • Stress-testing a hiring plan

FAQ

How is runway calculated?

Runway (months) = cash on hand ÷ net monthly burn, where net burn = gross burn − monthly revenue.

When should I start fundraising?

Begin conversations with 9–12 months of runway left. Closing a round typically takes 3–6 months end to end.