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I built a weird little side project: a map of the best places to cry
r/SideProject
5/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crymaps | https://i.redd.it/zzyxsz62l63f1.png | Crowdsourced Map | Anonymous, no sign-up required, add/browse crying spots worldwide |
| Geoportals | https://dirb.io/Dylan/Geoportals | Interactive Maps | Curated collection of interactive maps |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Difficulty finding peaceful, comforting places to cry
- Need for anonymous, judgment-free spaces
Problems to Solve:
- Lack of curated, crowdsourced peaceful locations
- Need for easy-to-use, no-signup map interface
Potential Solutions:
- Crowdsourced map of comforting locations
- Anonymous, no-signup access to map features
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Building meaningful, emotionally resonant products
- Creating viral, shareable content
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging emotional appeal and unique value proposition
- Building community through shared experiences
Monetization & Product:
- Potential for freemium model with premium features
- Opportunity for location-based advertising
User Engagement:
- Encouraging user contributions and community building
- Creating emotional connection through product experience