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Equity Cap Table Generator

Generate a simplified cap table showing ownership percentages for founders, option pool, and investors.

Equity Cap Table Generator

Generate a simplified equity cap table with ownership percentages.

Input cap table components

Formula

Ownership % = Shares / Total Shares (fully diluted, simplified)

Fully diluted should include all common, preferred (as-converted), options, and convertibles. This tool provides a simplified view with two investors and an option pool.

Steps

Enter founder shares (fully diluted).
Enter option pool shares (if any).
Enter investor shares (up to two) and any new round shares.
Review ownership percentages across the cap table.

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Equity Cap Table Generator: Simplified Ownership Modeling

A lightweight cap table view to understand ownership splits and dilution.

Table of Contents: Jump to a Section

Cap Table Basics
Ownership Calculation
Dilution Considerations
Extensions (SAFEs/Notes)
Validation and Best Practices

Cap Table Basics

A cap table lists all shareholders and their ownership percentages based on fully diluted shares.

Ownership Calculation

Ownership % = Shares / Total fully diluted shares. Include all equity and dilutive instruments for accuracy.

Dilution Considerations

New shares (rounds, option pools, SAFEs/notes) dilute existing holders. Track cumulative dilution over time.

Extensions (SAFEs/Notes)

Include SAFEs/notes, option pool expansions, and multiple investors for full fidelity. This tool provides two investor slots plus a pool and new round bucket.

Validation and Best Practices

Verify totals against legal docs, track vesting for option grants, and update after each financing or grant.

Conclusion

A clear cap table helps founders manage dilution, align incentives, and prepare for future rounds. Use a full model for legal accuracy and scenario planning.

FAQs

What is a cap table?

A capitalization table lists all shareholders and their ownership percentages based on fully diluted shares.

How is ownership % calculated?

Ownership % = Shares / Total Fully Diluted Shares.

What counts as fully diluted?

Fully diluted includes common, preferred (as-converted), options (granted + pool), and convertibles if converted.

How do SAFEs/notes affect the cap table?

They add shares when converted; include them for full accuracy. This tool is a simplified view without automatic SAFE conversion.

How to model option pools?

Add current pool shares. If expanding pre-money, add the expansion amount to the pool before calculating ownership.

How to model multiple investors?

Add their shares individually; extend the table as needed. This tool provides two investor slots plus a new round bucket.

Summary

This tool generates a simplified equity cap table with ownership percentages across founders, option pool, investors, and new round shares.

Outputs include ownership table, total shares, interpretation, recommendations, and an action plan.

Formula, steps, guide content, related tools, and FAQs ensure humans or AI assistants can interpret the methodology instantly.

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Equity Cap Table Generator

Generate a simplified cap table showing ownership percentages for founders, option pool, and investors.

How to use Equity Cap Table Generator

Step-by-step guide to using the Equity Cap Table Generator:

Enter your values. Input the required values in the calculator form
Calculate. The calculator will automatically compute and display your results
Review results. Review the calculated results and any additional information provided

Frequently asked questions

How do I use the Equity Cap Table Generator?

Simply enter your values in the input fields and the calculator will automatically compute the results. The Equity Cap Table Generator is designed to be user-friendly and provide instant calculations.

Is the Equity Cap Table Generator free to use?

Yes, the Equity Cap Table Generator is completely free to use. No registration or payment is required.

Can I use this calculator on mobile devices?

Yes, the Equity Cap Table Generator is fully responsive and works perfectly on mobile phones, tablets, and desktop computers.

Are the results from Equity Cap Table Generator accurate?

Yes, our calculators use standard formulas and are regularly tested for accuracy. However, results should be used for informational purposes and not as a substitute for professional advice.