The Lean Canvas distills a startup into nine blocks: problem, solution, key metrics, unique value proposition, unfair advantage, customer segments, channels, cost structure and revenue streams. Work through each field, then export the finished canvas.
Top 3 problems your customers face
Top 3 features that solve the problem
Metrics that measure engagement/value
What you offer and why it's different & valuable
Something that can't be easily copied
Path to customers (paid, owned, viral)
Target customers & early adopters
Pricing model & revenue sources
Fixed & variable costs to acquire/serve
How it works
Step 1
Work through the blocks
Complete the nine Lean Canvas fields in guided order.
Step 2
Review the one-pager
See your assembled canvas laid out as a single-page model.
Step 3
Export or expand
Copy the canvas, or deploy it into a full AI business plan.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Lean Canvas?
A one-page business model created by Ash Maurya adapted from the Business Model Canvas, focused on problems, solutions, key metrics and competitive advantages for early-stage startups.
How is it different from a Business Model Canvas?
The Lean Canvas replaces several blocks with Problem, Solution, Key Metrics and Unfair Advantage, making it better suited to uncertain, early-stage ventures.
Do I need an account to use it?
No. The canvas is filled and assembled entirely in your browser.