MVP
Minimum Viable Product
The smallest product version that can test a meaningful assumption with real users.
Plain English
Build enough to learn whether the idea solves the problem.
In context
An MVP minimizes scope while preserving the core value needed for credible learning.
Example
“The MVP supports one workflow so we can test demand.”
When you'll hear this
- product discovery
- launch planning
- prioritization
Common misunderstanding
An MVP is not permission to ship something unusable or unsafe.
Also known as
minimum viable product
Commonly used by
Related terms
Often compared with
Updated: 2026-08-25
