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MVP Launch Platforms: Where to Announce
A good launch can bring your first 1000 users. Here is where to launch and how to prepare.
Launch Platform Comparison
| Platform | Audience | Effort |
|---|---|---|
| Product Hunt | Early adopters, tech | High |
| Hacker News | Developers, tech | Medium |
| Varies by subreddit | Medium | |
| Twitter/X | Your followers + viral | Low |
| B2B, professional | Low | |
| Indie Hackers | Bootstrappers, founders | Low |
Product Hunt Tips
- •Launch on Tuesday or Wednesday
- •Have a hunter with followers (or self-hunt)
- •Prepare assets: tagline, images, video
- •Engage in comments all day
- •Rally your network (ethically)
Hacker News Strategy
- •Use 'Show HN' for launches
- •Be authentic and technical
- •Respond to every comment
- •Do not ask for upvotes
- •Best for developer-focused products
Reddit Launch Tips
- •Be active in the community first
- •Follow subreddit rules carefully
- •Genuine value, not promotion
- •r/SideProject, r/startups, niche subs
Launch Preparation Checklist
- •Landing page ready and fast
- •Onboarding tested thoroughly
- •Support channels monitored
- •Analytics tracking confirmed
- •Team ready to engage
A launch is one day. Building a sustainable growth channel matters more. Do not over-invest in launch day.