Guide

How to build an MVP in 14 days

Fourteen days is enough to launch a real product if scope is fixed early and everyone tests as you go. This is the process we use on every build.

Updated 1 November 2026 · GetMVP

Days 1–2: Discovery

Define the one job the product must do, for whom, and what success looks like at launch. List every screen. Agree the scope and a fixed price. Anything not on the list goes into a 'version two' backlog.

Days 3–5: Design

Design every screen and link them into a clickable prototype. The founder reviews the full user flow before any code is written, which is the cheapest moment to change your mind.

Days 6–12: Build

Two build sprints on proven components: authentication, database, payments and the core workflow. Each sprint ends with a live staging link so the founder tests real software, not screenshots.

Days 13–14: Launch

Test on real devices, fix issues, set up analytics and SEO, connect the domain and go live. Hand over the code repository, accounts and documentation.

What makes 14 days possible

  • A fixed scope agreed on day two
  • A design sign-off before development
  • A modern stack (Next.js, Supabase, Vercel) that removes setup work
  • Continuous testing on staging instead of a big reveal at the end

Frequently asked questions

Can any product be built in 14 days?

Focused first versions with up to about 7 screens, yes. Larger platforms with AI or many integrations take 3–4 weeks.

What if I want changes during the build?

Small adjustments are part of the process. New features are quoted separately and added only with your approval.

What do I need to prepare?

A clear description of your users and the problem you're solving. Designs are optional.

Ready to build your MVP?

Tell us about your product and get a fixed price. Most first versions go live in about 14 days.