Frequently Asked Questions

What do I get for $5?

You get 3 fully personalized weight loss plans based on your body, activity level, and goals. Each plan includes your daily calorie target, macro breakdown, visual progress chart, and a downloadable PDF you can print or save.

Can I generate multiple plans?

Yes — you get 3 plan generations included with your $5 purchase. Use them if your goals change, your weight changes, or you just want a fresh plan. You can re-download any past plan at any time.

Do I need to create an account?

Nope! When you return to the site, just enter your email address on the homepage and we'll send you a secure login link to access your plans. No passwords to remember — ever.

How is this different from other weight loss apps?

No subscriptions. No logins. No ads. No food tracking. Just a personalized, science-backed plan you can print and follow. It's simple, fast, and works offline — like a fitness magazine, but smarter.

Is this backed by science?

Yes. We use the Mifflin-St Jeor equation to calculate your BMR, apply an activity multiplier, and then adjust for your goal weight and timeline. It's the same method used by registered dietitians and top-tier coaching apps.

How do you estimate my activity level?

We use the industry-standard Katch-McArdle multipliers to estimate your daily calorie needs based on your activity habits. This is the same method used by registered dietitians and top-tier coaching apps.

Can I use this if I live outside the U.S.?

Yes! As long as you're comfortable with English and USD pricing, you can use the plan from anywhere in the world. We support international payments via Stripe.

Does this account for age, gender, or special situations?

Yes. Your plan is based on your age, biological sex, height, weight, activity habits, and goal timeline. Nursing mothers can check a special box to account for higher calorie needs.

What if I just want to maintain my current weight?

Absolutely! If you set your target weight to your current weight, the plan will calculate the daily calories and macros needed to maintain it. It's a great way to practice steady habits without a deficit.

Can I use this if I'm pregnant?

No. Weight loss is not recommended during pregnancy. We suggest waiting until after your baby is born to create your plan — we'll be here when you're ready.

What if I make a mistake entering my info?

No worries — you have 3 plan generations included. You can make updates anytime and regenerate a plan.

What if I need more than 3 plans?

After your initial 3 are used, you can buy 3 more for just $5. We'll show your remaining balance on your dashboard.

Should I recalculate my plan as I lose weight?

Yes! As your weight changes, your daily calorie needs will too. We recommend recalculating your plan every 5–10 lbs lost to keep your targets accurate and your progress steady. Your purchase includes 3 plan generations, so you can update as you go.

Can I share this with a friend?

Yes — each plan page includes a special referral code that gives your friend $1 off their plan. You can share your link or your code directly. Each code can be used up to 10 times.

Why won't my PDF download on Firefox on my phone?

Some users have reported issues downloading PDFs when using Firefox on mobile devices, including iPhones and Android phones. This appears to be a limitation with how Firefox handles downloads on mobile platforms, and unfortunately it's outside of our control.

Workarounds:

• Please try using Safari (on iOS) or Chrome (on iOS or Android). Both work reliably for downloading and viewing PDFs from our site.
• You can also access your plan from a desktop browser, where Firefox works as expected.

Can I get a refund?

Due to the instant digital delivery of your personalized plan, we don't offer refunds — but if something didn't work right, please reach out and we'll make it right.

Is this a subscription? Will I be charged again?

Nope. It's a one-time $5 payment. That's it.

Who made this?

Five Dollar Weight Loss Plan is created by Five Dollar Plans LLC, a small indie business based in Spokane, Washington. It's built by humans who care. 🫶