Everything you need to know to get the most out of IdeateHub
Contents
Register
Go to the Register page and create your account. Choose your role — Entrepreneur, Mentor, or Investor.
Verify Email
Check your inbox for a verification email and click the link to activate your account.
Log In
Once verified, log in to access your dashboard.
Complete Your Profile
Go to Profile and fill in your bio, expertise, and location so others can find and connect with you.
Start the Wizard
Click "New Idea" from the dashboard or sidebar. Choose Forward Mode (start from the problem) or Reverse Mode (start from the end goal).
Fill in Each Step
The wizard guides you through 7 steps: Basic Info, Problem, Solution, Target Market, Revenue Model, Competitive Advantage, and Execution Plan.
Track Progress
Your idea's completion percentage updates automatically as you fill in more sections.
Export
From the idea view, click "Export as PDF" to download a professional business idea document.
Access the Board
Click "Board View" in the sidebar or navigation.
Drag & Drop
Drag any idea card from one column to another to update its stage — Concept, Validation, Planning, Execution, or Completed.
Click to Open
Click on any card (without dragging) to open the full idea view.
Invite Collaborators
From an idea's page, click "Invite Collaborator". Enter their email address — they don't need an account yet.
They Receive an Email
The invitee gets an email with Accept and Decline buttons. The invitation is valid for 7 days.
Manage Collaborators
From the invite page you can see pending invitations, cancel them, or remove existing collaborators.
Find a Mentor
Go to Mentorship from the navigation. Browse available mentors by expertise and availability.
Send a Request
Click "Request Mentorship" on any mentor's card. You can attach a specific idea and write a personal message.
Mentors Respond
Mentors can accept or decline your request. You'll receive an in-app notification when they respond.
Browse Programs
Go to Incubation from the navigation to see available programs with deadlines and funding amounts.
Apply
Click "Apply Now" on any program or go to the Apply tab. Fill in your business details, pitch summary, and market opportunity.
Track Status
Check "My Applications" to see the status of your applications — Submitted, Under Review, Shortlisted, Accepted, or Rejected.
Forum
Go to Forum to browse and post discussion threads. Choose a category like Funding, Marketing, or Technology.
Groups
Go to Groups to join or create community groups around specific industries or topics.
Post in Groups
Once you join a group, you can post updates, share ideas, and interact with other members.
Edit Profile
Click your name in the top navigation and select "My Profile". Update your bio, expertise, location, and social links.
Upload Avatar
Click the camera icon on your profile picture to upload a new photo.
Change Password
Go to the Security tab on your profile page to update your password.