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Fist paid subscriber yesterday with my app. It all started trying to save my wife $700 a year!
r/SideProject
6/26/2025
SAAS TOOLS
SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Stripe | Payment Processing | Mentioned for handling subscriptions and commissions |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- High subscription costs (e.g., saving $700/year)
- Security concerns leading to service disconnections (Stripe app disconnect after password change)
Problems to Solve:
- Reducing recurring expenses
- Ensuring payment security
Potential Solutions:
- Creating cost-saving alternatives (implied by app's origin story)
- Implementing robust security measures for payment integrations
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Solving personal pain points as validation for product-market fit
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Not explicitly mentioned
Monetization & Product:
- Freemium model (free plans with commission on bookings)
- Tiered pricing (paid subscriptions)
User Engagement:
- Collecting user feedback (both positive and negative)
- Community sharing on platforms like Reddit