Vesting Cliff
Visualize the golden handcuffs.
How it works
Enter your Total Shares granted.
Set your Start Date (when you joined).
Define the Cliff Duration (typically 12 months).
Set the Vesting Schedule (typically 48 months).
The chart shows exactly how many shares you own at any point in time.
Why it matters
Equity is a promise, not a paycheck. The cliff is the trap. If you leave at month 11, you get zero shares. If you stay one day longer, you get 25%. This tool shows you the exact timeline so you can plan your exit with clarity.
The Math
Before Cliff = 0 shares
At Cliff = (Cliff Months / Total Months) × Total
Shares
After Cliff = (Months Elapsed / Total Months)
× Total Shares