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Eligibility requirements
To qualify for this offer:
- You must be a startup or growing business
- Revenue determines whether you receive 12 months or 6 months free
- A member of FounderPass
Whimsical startup offer via FounderPass
Eligible FounderPass members can access Whimsical Pro completely free:
- Companies with revenue under $1M USD receive 12 months free
- Companies with revenue over $1M USD receive 6 months free
This gives full access to everything that is included in the Whimsical Pro plan.
How to apply for this deal
- Simply follow the link and complete the startup application form
- When asked where you came from, select 'Other' and enter 'FounderPass'
- Submit your application
If you have any issues when completing this form please don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
Whimsical for Startups and Founders
Collaborative whiteboards, diagrams, and planning, powered by AI
Whimsical is a visual workspace built to help teams move from chaos to clarity. It combines whiteboards, mind maps, flowcharts, wireframes and presentations into one fast, intuitive platform. You can start from a blank canvas or simply describe what you need and let AI generate the structure for you.
For founders and product teams, Whimsical is ideal for early planning, product discovery, roadmap alignment and stakeholder communication. It removes friction from visual thinking and makes collaboration feel effortless.
Great for our members who are creative and want one single platform to help every aspect of this using the power of AI.
What you can create with Whimsical
Whimsical supports a wide range of visual formats, all in one workspace:
- Whiteboards with sticky notes and sketches
- Mind maps for ideation and planning
- Flowcharts and process diagrams
- Wireframes for product design
- Visual presentations and team documentation
AI can instantly turn text prompts into structured visuals, helping teams move faster from idea to execution.
FounderPass summary
We like Whimsical because it removes friction from early thinking and planning, instead of forcing teams into rigid templates, it allows ideas to evolve naturally and then be structured into clear and usable visuals. The combination of whiteboards, mind maps, flowcharts, wireframes and presentations in one workspace makes it especially suitable for founders who are constantly moving between strategy, product and communication within their startup/business.
We think Whimsical is best suited to founders, product teams and those who want to turn rough ideas into organised plans without needing design expertise or multiple tools. As with most companies these days, its AI assisted creation is one of its core selling points and is particularly useful for early stage planning, helping teams move faster from concept to structure while maintaining clarity and control.
If the above sounds like it could be good for your needs, then its a no brainer to start testing it out with either the 6 months or 12 months of Pro plan for free.
Whimsical alternatives
If you're looking for something like Whimsical, there are several strong visual planning and diagramming tools available on FounderPass. Each offers a slightly different balance of structure, flexibility and collaboration depending on your workflow needs.
Whimsical FAQs
Is Whimsical really free through this offer?
Yes, if you meet the requirements and are accepted you'll be able to receive either 12 months or 6 months of Whimsical Pro completely free.
How do I claim the Whimsical FounderPass offer?
You must complete the Whimsical startup application form that we send you and select FounderPass as your referral source. Whimsical will then review and confirm your eligibility.
How long does approval take?
Whimsical’s team typically responds in a few days, please be patient and allow more days for weekends and holidays.
What happens after the free period ends?
You can continue on a paid plan, downgrade or cancel, there is no obligation to continue.
Can existing Whimsical users apply?
This programme is primarily intended for new or early stage startup accounts, but final approval is determined by Whimsical.
Deal change log
- January 21, 2026 - Deal added to FounderPass