Find your next customers in r/SideProject
r/SideProject is where builders share what they just shipped, ask for early feedback, and compare notes on the tools and services they used to get there.
Who buys here and why
Members are primarily developers and product-minded folks who build and launch small products outside of a day job. Most are actively using or shopping for tools across hosting, payments, analytics, and marketing. They move fast and prefer tools with quick setup over heavy enterprise sales cycles.
Launch posts here routinely include the full tech stack and explicit calls for feedback on specific choices. When someone says they are struggling with email delivery or need a cheaper analytics option, they are describing an active purchase decision. The audience also asks each other for tool recommendations in comments, creating ongoing signal throughout the thread.
Buyer-intent signals to watch
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How to participate in r/SideProject without spamming
r/SideProject is friendly to makers but marks blatant ads quickly. Show your work first, mention any tool you are selling only in the comments when someone asks, and disclose you built it.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I post about my product in r/SideProject?
Yes, if the post is genuinely about what you built. Posts that read like ads get removed fast, but sharing a real launch or asking for feedback is welcomed.
How do I find leads in r/SideProject?
Watch for posts where the builder mentions a specific tool they wish existed or a workflow they are doing manually. Those are warm signals for products that solve that exact gap.
Is the audience here at a buying stage or just browsing?
Many are actively building and spending money on their stack right now. Hosting, analytics, email, and payments are the most common categories where purchase decisions happen.
When is the best time to engage with a r/SideProject launch post?
The first two to three hours after a launch post goes up are the most active. Comments posted in that window get the most visibility and the builder is usually still online to respond.
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