Getting Started

Welcome to the IdeaCheck documentation! This guide will help you navigate our platform and make the most of our business idea validation tools.

Creating an Account

To use IdeaCheck, you'll need to create an account:

1. Click on the "Sign Up" button in the top-right corner of the homepage
2. Enter your email address and create a password
3. Verify your email address by clicking the link sent to your inbox
4. Complete your profile information to personalize your experience

Dashboard Overview

Your dashboard is your central hub for managing all your idea validations:

• View recent analyses and their status
• Access your subscription details and usage
• Start new analyses or continue saved drafts
• Review and export results of completed analyses

Idea Analysis

Our core feature is the AI-powered business idea analysis that provides comprehensive insights and validation for your concept.

Starting a New Analysis

To begin validating your business idea:

1. Click on "Analyze Your Idea" from the home page or dashboard
2. Select the type of analysis you want (Standard or Premium)
3. Fill out the idea description form, providing as much detail as possible
4. Review your submission and click "Start Analysis"

Analysis Types

We offer two primary analysis types:

• Standard Analysis: A basic evaluation of your business idea covering market potential and feasibility. Available with free accounts.
• Premium Analysis: An in-depth assessment including competitor analysis, financial projections, and industry-specific insights. Available with paid subscriptions.

Subscription Plans

IdeaCheck offers various subscription plans to meet different needs and budgets:

Visit our Pricing page for current subscription costs and promotions.

Understanding Results

Once your analysis is complete, you'll receive a comprehensive report with various sections:

Market Potential

This section evaluates the size and growth potential of your target market, including:

• Market size estimation
• Growth trends and forecasts
• Target customer demographics
• Market saturation assessment

Competitive Analysis

Understanding your competition is crucial for business success. This section includes:

• Identification of direct and indirect competitors
• Competitive advantage assessment
• Market positioning opportunities
• Potential threats from established players

Feasibility Assessment

This part evaluates how practical your idea is to implement, covering:

• Technical feasibility
• Operational requirements
• Regulatory considerations
• Resource requirements

Financial Projections

Premium analyses include financial insights such as:

• Estimated startup costs
• Revenue potential
• Break-even analysis
• Funding requirements

Actionable Recommendations

Every analysis concludes with practical next steps to improve your idea:

• Strategic recommendations
• Key areas for improvement
• Risk mitigation strategies
• Potential pivots to consider

Export Options

You can export your analysis results in multiple formats:

PDF Export

Our PDF exports provide a professional, formatted document that's easy to share and print. To export as PDF:

1. Navigate to your completed analysis
2. Click the "Export" button in the top-right corner
3. Select "PDF" from the format options
4. Customize any export settings if prompted
5. Click "Generate PDF" to download your report

Word Export

Word documents provide editable reports that you can customize further. To export as Word:

1. Navigate to your completed analysis
2. Click the "Export" button in the top-right corner
3. Select "Word" from the format options
4. Customize any export settings if prompted
5. Click "Generate Word Document" to download your report

Account Management

Managing your IdeaCheck account is simple and straightforward:

Profile Settings

To update your profile information:

1. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner
2. Select "Profile Settings" from the dropdown menu
3. Edit your personal information, industry, or interests
4. Click "Save Changes" when done

Subscription Management

To manage your subscription:

1. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner
2. Select "Subscription" from the dropdown menu
3. View your current plan, usage, and billing information
4. Upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your subscription as needed
5. Update payment methods or billing details

Password and Security

To update your security settings:

1. Click on your profile icon in the top-right corner
2. Select "Security" from the dropdown menu
3. Change your password or enable two-factor authentication
4. View recent account activity
5. Manage connected applications or devices

API Documentation

Enterprise subscribers have access to our API for integrating IdeaCheck analytics into their own applications:

API Access

To get started with the API:

1. Log in to your Enterprise account
2. Navigate to API Settings in your dashboard
3. Generate an API key for authentication
4. Review the rate limits and usage quotas

API Endpoints

Our API provides several endpoints for integration:

• /api/analyses - Create and manage analyses
• /api/results - Retrieve analysis results
• /api/export - Generate exports programmatically
• /api/account - Manage account information

For detailed API documentation including request formats, parameters, and response examples, please visit our API Reference Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions