Escape9to5

About Escape9to5

Are you dreaming of quitting your 9-to-5 job to start your own business? Before you take the leap, make sure you're financially ready.

Escape9to5 is a dedicated offline runway calculator built specifically for aspiring Indian founders. In just 5 minutes, get a clear, data-driven answer to the most important question: "Can I afford to quit my job and start my startup?"

WHY ESCAPE9TO5?

30,000+ Indian startups failed in 2023-2024. Many founders quit their jobs too early without proper financial planning. Don't be one of them.

KEY FEATURES:

RUNWAY CALCULATOR
- Calculate your financial runway based on savings and expenses
- Get personalized verdicts: Ready to Leap, Almost There, Not Yet, or Too Risky
- See exactly how many months you can survive without income
- Includes 20% safety buffer for unexpected expenses

INCOME TAX CALCULATOR
- Advanced tax planning for salary vs. business income
- Compare tax liability as employee vs. founder
- Section 80C, 80D deductions optimization
- Old vs. New tax regime comparison
- Plan your finances with accurate post-tax calculations

OFFER COMPARE TOOL
- Confused between a job offer and your startup dream?
- Side-by-side comparison of salary packages
- Factor in ESOPs, bonuses, and benefits
- Calculate long-term financial impact
- Make data-driven career decisions

STARTUP COST CALCULATOR
- India-specific registration costs (Pvt Ltd, LLP, OPC)
- Annual compliance costs (GST, CA services, legal)
- Operational costs (coworking, software, marketing)
- All costs updated for 2024-2025

DECISION FRAMEWORK
- Comprehensive risk assessment
- Financial readiness score (0-100)
- Business readiness evaluation
- Clear action recommendations
- Personalized next steps

NOTICE PERIOD PLANNER
- Plan your exit strategy from current job
- Calculate runway during notice period
- Prepare financially for the transition
- Moonlighting considerations and risks

STARTUP 101 LEARNING
- Curated resources for first-time founders
- Legal & compliance basics
- Funding fundamentals
- Bootstrapping strategies
- Side Hustle to Startup transition guide

PRIVACY FIRST
- 100% offline functionality
- All data stored locally on your device
- No account required
- No tracking or analytics
- Your financial data never leaves your phone

WHO IS THIS FOR?
- Tech professionals earning ₹8L - ₹30L+ annually
- Employees with 3-10 years of experience
- Anyone considering a startup while currently employed
- Side-hustlers planning to go full-time
- Those comparing job offers vs. entrepreneurship

THE ESCAPE9TO5 PROMISE
We help you make informed decisions. We never tell you to quit - we show you the numbers so YOU can decide when you're ready.

Download now and find out if you're ready to escape the 9-to-5!

DISCLAIMER: This app provides informational guidance only and does not constitute financial or legal advice. Consult qualified professionals before making major career decisions.