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Launched my first SaaS: $300 revenue, 5 customers, 3,000+ visitors, and here’s what I’d do differently
r/SaaS
7/1/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| nextnative.dev | https://nextnative.dev/ | Developer Tools | Starter kit for building mobile apps with Next.js + Capacitor. Includes auth, API, push notifications, in-app purchases, and App Store-ready setup. |
| outrank .so | Not provided | SEO Tool | Used for writing blog posts based on popular low competition keywords. |
| Meta Pixel | Not provided | Analytics | Used for collecting traffic data and retargeting visitors. |
| PostHog | Not provided | Analytics | Suggested for in-app event tracking and funnel view to spot drop-offs. |
| ConvertKit | Not provided | Email Marketing | Suggested for email automation and resending to unopened updates. |
| Pulse for Reddit | Not provided | Social Media Tool | Flags fresh discussions on Reddit to engage with relevant conversations. |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Landing page performance issues (heavy section causing lag)
- Low conversion rate despite high traffic (many click CTA but few purchase)
- Difficulty promoting SaaS products effectively
- Traffic drops when not posting consistently
- Need for sustainable traffic sources beyond Reddit
Problems to Solve:
- How to improve landing page performance to prevent user drop-off
- How to increase conversion rates from visitors to paying customers
- How to build an audience and drive traffic without relying solely on Reddit
- How to maintain consistent traffic and engagement
- How to effectively promote SaaS products to the right audience
Potential Solutions:
- Optimize landing page performance (fix heavy sections)
- Implement SEO strategies (blogging, keyword research)
- Build an email list for retargeting and updates
- Create tutorials and how-to content for long-term traffic
- Use analytics tools (PostHog, Meta Pixel) to identify drop-off points
- Engage authentically in communities by sharing stories rather than direct promotion
- Offer frictionless funnel with resources like tutorials and demos
- Collect user feedback to improve product and landing page
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Launch with a blog for SEO and long-tail traffic
- Collect emails early for retargeting and updates
- Post consistently to maintain traffic and engagement
- Simplify the product offer to avoid overwhelming users
- Invest in SEO and content marketing for sustainable traffic
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Share authentic stories in relevant communities (e.g., r/saas, r/webdev)
- Post consistently on platforms like Reddit to drive initial traffic
- Use SEO tools (e.g., outrank .so) to create content targeting low competition keywords
- Retarget visitors using analytics tools like Meta Pixel
- Engage in communities by helping others and commenting
- Create tutorials and demos to link in discussions
Monetization & Product:
- One-time pricing model ($99 boilerplate)
- Unlimited app publishing with no restrictions
- Focus on solving specific developer pain points (e.g., mobile app setup)
- Product-market fit validated by initial paying customers
- Need to improve conversion rates through landing page optimization
User Engagement:
- Build public FAQ from user questions to create content
- Offer weekly changelog via email to keep users updated
- Use tools like Pulse for Reddit to monitor and engage in relevant discussions
- Respond to user feedback and fix issues promptly (e.g., landing page performance)
- Authentic community engagement by sharing personal experiences