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Built an app to teach your boomer parents and grandparents what to look out for with suspicious emails!
r/SideProject
6/28/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhishGuard | https://phishguard.pro | Security Education | Simulates phishing emails, tracks opens/clicks, provides training materials |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Elderly family members frequently fall for phishing emails
- Users receive constant verification requests from non-tech-savvy relatives
- Difficulty teaching cybersecurity awareness effectively
Problems to Solve:
- Preventing phishing victimization among elderly
- Reducing repetitive support requests about email legitimacy
- Creating effective cybersecurity training
Potential Solutions:
- Simulated phishing campaigns for experiential learning
- Trackable training metrics (opens/clicks)
- Pre-built convincing email templates
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Solving personal pain points that affect many families
- Offering free training resources to attract users
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Targeting communities concerned with cybersecurity education (e.g. r/SideProject)
- Leveraging relatable family scenarios in messaging
Monetization & Product:
- Freemium model (free training + paid campaign features)
- Weekly product updates based on user feedback
- Focus on email deliverability improvements
User Engagement:
- Soliciting direct user feedback for improvements
- Community building through relatable problem-solving