# Small Business Startup

> Find out what that business costs to own and how to be a successful entrepreneur

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Franchise Ventures
- **Category:** BUSINESS
- **Downloads:** 260,309
- **Rating:** 4.08 / 5 (936 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.6.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-27
- **First published:** 2016-11-28
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 33 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup)
- **Website:** [https://www.smallbusinessstartup.com](https://www.smallbusinessstartup.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.smallbusinessstartup.com/privacy-policy/](https://www.smallbusinessstartup.com/privacy-policy/)

## Description

The Small Business Startup Chrome extension is your ultimate guide to owning a business the smart way. It helps aspiring entrepreneurs explore proven business concepts and franchises with established customer bases and brand awareness. Users can take a quick startup quiz to match their interests with popular business opportunities, compare multiple ideas, and contact sellers securely through the app.

Featuring hundreds of new business and franchise opportunities near you, the extension makes due diligence simple with search filters and detailed insights on business growth, costs, investment, fees, and royalties. Whether you're ready to buy now, planning for the future, or just exploring feasibility, Small Business Startup equips you with tools and data to make informed decisions and embark on your entrepreneurial journey confidently.

## Rankings

- #140,048 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.hardware.location.gps`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CLEAR_APP_CACHE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_DATA_SYNC`
- `android.permission.GET_ACCOUNTS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.android.alarm.permission.SET_ALARM`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.huawei.appmarket.service.commondata.permission.GET_COMMON_DATA`
- `com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.samsung.android.mapsagent.permission.READ_APP_INFO`

## Review summary

Users appreciate the app for its ease of navigation, informative content, and variety of franchise opportunities including some affordable startups. However, multiple reviews highlight problems with poor app performance, notably slow loading and freezing on certain devices. A recurring complaint is the excessive and intrusive follow-up contact users receive after showing interest, which some describe as harassment. Additionally, users find the business listings somewhat limited and sometimes lacking adequate detail, especially for specific industries like pet care.

### Pros

- Good source to discover various franchise and startup opportunities, including lower-cost options around $5000.
- Easy to navigate with an intuitive interface and concise presentation.
- Provides professional and helpful information for aspiring small business owners.
- Effective tool for financial planning and business structuring guidance.

### Cons

- Users frequently receive excessive and unwanted contact (calls, texts, emails) after expressing interest, leading to harassment.
- The app has performance issues on some devices, including slow loading times and freezing.
- Limited number of businesses available, especially in popular or niche categories like pet care.
- Some users feel the app lacks detailed information on opportunities and that investment amounts are often too high or inaccessible.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.landmarkinteractive.smallBusinessStartup)