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Simple Project Plan Template

Plan a project on a single page — phases, tasks, who owns what, and the dates that matter. Simple enough to fill in five minutes, structured enough to keep everyone on track. Edit online and download for Excel. Free.

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Simple Project Plan Template
PhaseTaskOwnerStartEndStatus
InitiationAgree scope & goalsPM2026-07-012026-07-03In progress
PlanningBuild timeline & budgetPM2026-07-042026-07-10Not started
ExecutionDesign & buildTeam2026-07-112026-08-20Not started
ClosureReview & sign-offClient2026-08-212026-08-25Not started

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How to use this simple project plan template

  1. Edit it online. Click any cell above and type — your changes save automatically in your browser.
  2. Make it yours. Add rows with + Add row, or delete the ones you don't need.
  3. Take it with you. Hit Download (Excel/CSV) to open it in Excel or Google Sheets, or Save as PDF / Print for a clean copy.

Frequently asked questions

What is a simple project plan?

A simple project plan lays out the phases of a project, the tasks within each phase, who owns them and the start and end dates — on a single page. It gives everyone a shared view of what happens when, without the overhead of full project management software.

How do I make a project plan in Excel?

Use one row per task with columns for phase, owner, start date, end date and status — exactly like this template. Edit it here, then download the Excel (.xlsx) version and adjust dates or add a Gantt view if you need one.

Is the project plan template free?

Yes — edit it online and download it for Excel or PDF, free and with no sign-up.

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