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CAC & LTV Calculator

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Customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, 3:1 rule

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CAC & LTV Calculator: Customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, 3:1 rule. CAC & LTV Calculator uses standard business & tax formulas to compute accurate results instantly.

LTV / CAC

1.12

Barely profitable — optimize before scaling

CAC¥2500
LTV¥2800
Avg lifespan20.0mo
CAC payback17.9mo

LTV/CAC zones

Burning money
Marginal
Healthy
Under-investing

LTV/CAC = 1.12

Steps

  1. 1CAC = ¥500,000 ÷ 200 = ¥2500
  2. 2Lifespan = 1 ÷ 5.0% churn = 20.0 months
  3. 3LTV = ¥200 × 70% margin × 20.0mo = ¥2800
  4. 4Ratio = 2800 ÷ 2500 = 1.12
  5. 5Payback = CAC ÷ monthly gross profit = 2500 ÷ 140 = 17.9 months

💡 Rules of thumb: LTV/CAC ≥ 3 is the classic healthy line; >5 means you're under-investing in growth; <1 means every new customer loses money. Also watch CAC payback: SaaS targets <12 months. Common mistake: using revenue for LTV instead of gross profit — always multiply by margin, or you'll overvalue customers by 2-3×.

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  1. Enter business figures: fill amounts, tax rates or costs in the CAC & LTV Calculator.
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  4. Compare plans: adjust parameters to compare tax or cost outcomes.

Key Points

  • CAC & LTV Calculator is a free online business & tax tool — open and use, no sign-up.
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  • Key capability: Customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, 3:1 rule.
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Formula & How It Works

CAC & LTV Calculator formula

CAC & LTV Calculator uses standard business & tax formulas to compute accurate results instantly.

FAQ

How do I use the CAC & LTV Calculator?
Open the page and fill in the input fields — results update automatically. Customer acquisition cost, lifetime value, 3:1 rule.
Are the results accurate?
Yes. Standard tax and accounting formulas are used. Official filings should follow your tax authority.
Is it free?
Completely free, no registration required.
Are tax rates up to date?
Current standard rates are used and synced when policies change.
Can results be used for official filing?
For reference only. Official tax filing should follow the tax authority's determination.

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Based on current standard tax rates and accounting practice. Last updated: 2025-07

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