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Break down costs by category and stay fully in control.
No more missed expenses or underestimations.
No finance skills needed — just fill in the blanks.
Start by clicking the download button to get your free startup costs worksheet in Excel format. It’s pre-formatted, editable, and fully functional — no setup required. Simply open the file and you're ready to begin.
Begin by brainstorming everything your business will require to get off the ground. This includes tools, equipment, licenses, marketing materials, website setup, office space, legal fees, and more.
Fill in your estimated costs next to each listed item in the worksheet. As you input numbers, the auto-calculation features will sum everything up, no need to do the math yourself.
Once everything is filled out, review the totals. Look for categories where you might be overspending.
After refining your budget, save the final version. You can also share it with co-founders, investors, or advisors to get feedback.
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Yes, the startup costs worksheet is completely free, but you’ll need to create a free Upmetrics account to access it. Once inside, you’ll get full access to editable tables, automatic cost calculations, funding sections, surplus/deficit tracking, and helpful cost guidance notes—all at no charge.
Your startup budget should cover both one-time expenses and recurring costs:
Not at all. The worksheet is designed for beginners, even if you’ve never used Excel before. All the labels are self-explanatory, and built-in formulas do the math for you. You’ll be able to create a clean, accurate startup budget without any finance background.
A startup cost worksheet helps you avoid financial surprises by giving you a complete view of your initial expenses. It ensures you’re planning with realistic numbers, which is critical for securing funding or bootstrapping responsibly.
