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Just hit $1.000 Gross on Chrome Extensions, ask me anything

r/SideProject
5/30/2025

SAAS TOOLS

SaaSURLCategoryFeatures/Notes
Paddlehttps://paddle.comPayment ProcessingHandles subscriptions, redirects to success page
Stripehttps://stripe.comPayment ProcessingMentioned as alternative
Chrome Extensionshttps://chromewebstore.google.comBrowser Extension PlatformHosts the extension
Reacthttps://reactjs.orgWeb FrameworkUsed for extension development

USER NEEDS

Pain Points:

  • Difficulty monetizing Chrome extensions
  • Confusion about paid subscription implementation
  • Fear of payment processor account bans

Problems to Solve:

  • Effective Chrome extension monetization
  • Seamless paid subscription implementation
  • Avoiding payment processor account issues

Potential Solutions:

  • Using Paddle for payment processing
  • Building extensions with React framework
  • Implementing good SEO and product quality

GROWTH FACTORS

Effective Strategies:

  • Good SEO implementation
  • High product quality
  • Effective use of payment processors

Marketing & Acquisition:

  • Organic growth through SEO
  • Word-of-mouth marketing

Monetization & Product:

  • Monthly and annual subscription models
  • React-based extension development

User Engagement:

  • Providing detailed extension functionality
  • Offering support through direct messages