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Quick Scan · Free Beta

Know exactly what to fix
before the next investor meeting

Upload the current version and get a clear picture of what's working, what to change, and what will make the next version land with investors.

Investor readiness score — see where you stand across 10 VC-calibrated dimensions
Strengths to lead with — what's already working and how to make it hit harder
Clear next moves — the specific changes that will move the needle most
Depth when you need it — from a quick signal check to a full strategic review with a founder call

Confidential · 10 dimensions scored · results within 24h

How It Works

Three Steps to a Stronger Deck

STEP 01

Upload the deck you're sending now

Choose the review depth that fits where you are, upload the version you're actually using, and add any context that matters.

STEP 02

See exactly what to keep and what to change

Quick Scan gives you fast signal. Deeper tiers add slide-level breakdown, stronger rewrite direction, and founder time where it matters most.

STEP 03

Send the next version with confidence

Use the review to tighten the deck fast. When the opportunity is bigger than slides, move into the strategic layer for positioning and fundraising logic.

100+
Decks reviewed
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VC-calibrated dimensions
18 yrs
Founder experience
<24h
Quick Scan turnaround
Choose Your Review Tier

Choose the review that fits where you are.

Start with a free Quick Scan to see where you stand. Go deeper when you want slide-level feedback, founder review, or strategic support for the raise.

Free Beta
Quick Scan
Founder-grade signal on clarity, trust, and missing proof before the next send-out.
Free
Limited beta · reviewed within 24h
  • Deck score and investor-trust snapshot
  • Top strengths and red flags
  • Missing proof and missing slides
  • Clear next-fix priorities
Choose Quick Scan
Detailed Report
📊
Full Deck Analysis
A full deck diagnostic with slide-by-slide breakdown, rewrite direction, and a sharper investor-readiness picture.
$99
one-time · detailed report
  • Everything in Quick Scan
  • Full slide-by-slide breakdown
  • Dimension-by-dimension scoring
  • Rewrite direction and report export
Choose Full Analysis
Strategy Intensive
🏆
Deck + Strategy
Full review plus strategic call to fix the story behind the slides, not just the slides themselves.
$790
one-time · call within 1 week
  • Everything in Expert Review
  • 60-min 1:1 strategy call
  • Fundraising and positioning decisions
  • Second review after edits
Choose Deck + Strategy
⚡ Quick Scan
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📊 Full Analysis
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🔍 Expert Review
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🏆 Deck + Strategy
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The difference between a good deck and a funded deck is often 3–5 specific changes. The right review shows you exactly which ones.

The goal is not more feedback. It's knowing precisely what to change so the next version closes the conversation.

Request Your Review

Upload the deck and choose the review depth

Select the tier that matches what you need. For paid tiers, we confirm scope, timing, and payment by email after submission.

Upload the Current Deck

Confidential · PDF or PPTX · Max 25 MB

Quick Scan · Free beta · reviewed within 24h

Quick Scan is free during beta and best for fast external signal before the next send-out.

Drop your deck here or click to browse

PDF, PPTX, PPT, DOC, DOCX · Max 25 MB

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Choose the tier that matches the decision in front of you. If the issue is bigger than slides, use the strategic layer.

See What You Get

Sample Quick Scan Report

See exactly what a Quick Scan delivers. This is a sample report for a fictional startup — your results will be based on your actual deck.

GreenLoop — Quick Scan Report PDF · 3 pages · Score: 67/100
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What Founders Say

“Showed me exactly which 3 slides were killing my raise. Fixed them over a weekend, got a term sheet two weeks later.”

Seed-stage founder B2B SaaS · Expert Review

“I thought the deck was the problem. The diagnostic showed it was the positioning. That one insight saved us months of wrong outreach.”

Technical co-founder Deep tech · Deck + Strategy

“Quick Scan gave me the clarity I needed. I changed 3 slides and sent it to my top-choice VC the same week.”

First-time founder Medtech · Quick Scan
Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my pitch deck kept confidential?

Yes. Your deck is stored securely and never shared with third parties. It is only reviewed by the Blackgate team for the purpose of your selected tier. You can request deletion at any time.

What file formats do you accept?

PDF, PPTX, PPT, DOC, and DOCX. Maximum file size is 25 MB. PDF works best for accurate visual analysis.

How fast will I get results?

Quick Scan (free): within 24 hours. Full Deck Analysis: within 48 hours. Expert Review: within 48 hours. Deck + Strategy includes scheduling a call, typically within one week.

Who actually reviews my deck?

Quick Scan and Full Deck Analysis use a structured review process calibrated against VC standards. Expert Review and Deck + Strategy include direct founder-led review by Wojciech Buła (PhD, EMBA, 18 years founder experience).

How do paid tiers work?

Choose your tier, upload the deck, and submit. For paid tiers, we confirm scope, timing, and payment by email after submission. No charges until we confirm fit and you agree to proceed.

Can I upgrade after getting the Quick Scan?

Absolutely. Many founders start with the free Quick Scan and upgrade to a deeper tier once they see the initial results. Just reply to your results email to upgrade.

What are the 10 VC-calibrated dimensions?

Narrative Clarity, Problem Definition, Market Evidence, Business Model, Competitive Positioning, Team Credibility, Traction & Validation, Financial Logic, Ask & Use of Funds, and Visual & Design. Each is scored 0–100.

When you want to go deeper than the deck

Sometimes the biggest opportunity is in the story behind the slides — the positioning, the fundraising logic, the investor conversation itself. That's where a 1:1 call makes the difference.