Where do you build community support before launching on Product Hunt?

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Loane · Accepted Answer

mostly linkedin, but u have groups on lot of different platform

Austin Armstrong · Answer

Fo rme nad my team it's FB, LinkedIn, X and even on Instagram and Tiktok

Jonni Gani · Answer

I make an assistant app that makes PH really fun to use, but I can't share updates here because my discussions and comments are often blocked by PH's anti spam feature.

Where should I post my updates?

Jonni Gani · Answer

@kate_ramakaieva Do you have visibility issues caused by the algo on those platforms keeping your posts isolated?

Samantha Tan · Answer

We have been using X/twitter and also running google ads to build up an email list where we’ve been giving updates and scheduling demos with potential customers.

Kate Ramakaieva · Answer

@jgani no, at least not yet 😁

Kate Ramakaieva · Answer

LinkedIn and X are top for me 😉

Asmitha Rathis · Answer

@jgani I know some products that do. We announce updates on our newsletter to the community

Asmitha Rathis · Answer

We have been using our website and Slack for it.

Alonzo Reese · Answer

Building community support before launching on Product Hunt involves strategic planning and engagement across various platforms and channels. Here are some detailed steps on where you can focus your efforts: Establishing Presence on Social Media Platforms: Start by identifying the social media platforms where your target audience is most active. This could include Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or niche communities related to your product. Regularly post content relevant to your product or industry to build a following and engage with your audience. Actively participate in discussions, answer questions, and provide value to your followers. Engaging with Existing Communities: Join relevant online communities, forums, and groups related to your product or industry. Platforms like Reddit, Hacker News, Indie Hackers, and specialized forums can be valuable. Participate in discussions, share your expertise, and contribute meaningful insights without being overly promotional. Build relationships with influencers and key members within these communities who can potentially support your launch. Also check facts at https://how-techblog.com/

Jonni Gani · Answer

@ipaparazzo_app Does your community engage with your LinkedIn posts?

Jonni Gani · Answer

@asmitha_rathis1 Do you announce changes on your website?

Jonni Gani · Answer

@asmitha_rathis1 Ah OK. That's awesome!

Jonni Gani · Answer

@austinarmstrong You're nailed social media perfectly Austin. Well done!

If I wish I was half as good as you in marketing :)

Jonni Gani · Answer

@sam_tan7 Are you happy with your reach on X? I feel that my X posts have limited reach/visibility, unless the algo decides to make them viral randomly.

Where do you build community support before launching on Product Hunt?

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