Start an online business with AI
AI has slashed the cost of starting a digital project: one person can now find an idea, structure it, build it and present it in a few days. Here is the method, and the tools for each step.
The steps
- Describe what you can do, your available time, your budget and the kind of project (SaaS, app, website, shop…).
- Get scored ideas and pick the one you like.
- Get the full plan: target, offer, pricing, name, first version (MVP), simulated revenue and a 30-day launch plan.
- Paste the development prompt into Lovable, Bolt, Cursor or another AI coding tool.
- Publish your launch page with an “I’m interested” button to measure demand.
- Publish your project on produrise to collect votes, reviews and beta testers.
- Promote your project with visuals and videos made by the AI Lab.
Mistakes to avoid
- Coding for months without talking to a customer.
- Building every feature before testing demand.
- Launching for one day, then disappearing: a launch is weeks of presence.
- Trusting every AI figure: check the sources.
produrise tools for each step
- Business copilot: idea, plan, competitors, prompt, launch page.
- Free publishing: project listing in French and English, votes and reviews.
- Beta testers: structured feedback and reported bugs.
- AI Lab: visuals, videos and carousels for social media.
Free and paid
Ideas are free (2 searches a day), with a blurred preview of the project. The full journey (plan, real competitors, prompt, launch page, chat) is included in the Launch Kit at €11.99 one-off (3 projects) and in the AI Lab plans: Creator €9.99/month, Growth €19.99/month, Studio €39.99/month.
Frequently asked questions
Can you really start a business alone with AI?
Yes for a simple digital project: AI helps at every step. What remains yours to do is talking to customers and staying present after launch.
What business should I start with AI?
A SaaS or online tool for an audience you know, a service website, a niche shop or a content product. The idea generator suggests ideas that fit your profile.
How much do I need to invest?
A digital project can start on a small budget: an AI app builder, a domain name and time. The copilot is included in the Launch Kit or the AI Lab plans.