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Built Shoutbox.net — a developer-friendly email delivery platform with no fuss
r/SideProject
6/25/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoutbox.net | http://Shoutbox.net | Email Delivery Service | Clean API, full SMTP support, generous free tier, no complexity or hidden costs |
| ethereal.email | Not provided | Email Testing | Suggested for dry runs (mock email testing) |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Complexity and hidden costs in existing email delivery services
- Lack of developer-focused simplicity
Problems to Solve:
- Need for straightforward email delivery for developers
- Requirement for reliable testing/dry run capabilities
Potential Solutions:
- Shoutbox.net's simplified approach with clean API and transparent pricing
- Adding mock email testing functionality like ethereal.email
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Targeting a specific niche (developers)
- Offering a generous free tier to attract users
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Open launch without waiting list for immediate access
- Soliciting direct feedback on Reddit community
Monetization & Product:
- Free tier as acquisition strategy
- Focus on core features (API/SMTP) without unnecessary complexity
- Responsive to feature suggestions (e.g. dry run capability)
User Engagement:
- Actively engaging with user feedback in comments
- Publicly acknowledging feature requests