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After months of getting 5 views per day, I finally hit 1.2K impressions on the Chrome Web Store! 🚀
r/SideProject
5/19/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chrome Web Store | https://chromewebstore.google.com | Browser Extension Platform | Hosts and distributes Chrome extensions |
| FoxBlock Site Blocker | https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/foxblock-site-blocker-tas/oaoamlhjodjmokjddcihdcpdnpnjghlm | Productivity/Blocking Tool | Chrome extension for blocking distracting websites |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Slow growth and low visibility for Chrome extensions
- Difficulty in identifying what drives sudden traffic spikes
Problems to Solve:
- Improving discoverability and growth of Chrome extensions
- Understanding factors that lead to viral growth
Potential Solutions:
- SEO optimization (title, description, video)
- Leveraging viral content or social proof
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- SEO optimization for app store listings
- Creating video content to improve visibility
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging viral content or social proof
- Optimizing app store metadata
Monetization & Product:
- Building useful productivity tools
- Creating extensions that solve specific user problems
User Engagement:
- Providing value through website blocking functionality