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How I Got 600 Beta Users and 2,000 Newsletter Signups Pre-Launch

r/SaaS
6/15/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Teloshttps://apps.apple.com/gb/app/telos-focus-habit-tracker/id6744418601Productivity AppHabit tracking, focus timer, app blocking, in-app city growth
Crowdwatch.techhttps://crowdwatch.techReddit Marketing ToolAutomates finding relevant Reddit conversations, tracks engagement

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty getting initial users and validation
  • Struggling with focus and productivity while building products
  • Need for effective marketing strategies without technical expertise

Problems to Solve:

  • Building an audience from scratch
  • Getting meaningful user feedback
  • Balancing development with marketing efforts

Potential Solutions:

  • Using Reddit for targeted user acquisition
  • Offering free access to build trust
  • Automating Reddit engagement tracking

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Focused Reddit marketing
  • Building community through engagement
  • Offering free access to build trust

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Targeted subreddit engagement
  • Comment marketing
  • Weekly newsletter updates

Monetization & Product:

  • Lifetime free access for early users
  • Focus on product-market fit through feedback

User Engagement:

  • Active community building
  • Regular feedback loops
  • Personalized communication