Built a tool for fun. Now makers love it… and it’s burning a hole in my wallet. Time to monetize?

Hey everyone 👋

A few months ago I launched lovableprompts.app, a tool that helps makers and designers turn messy product ideas into optimized prompts for Lovable (and other vibe coding tools). It was meant to be just a small experiment to make the “blank page” problem less painful.

But lately, it’s been growing, it now generates 4,000+ prompts per month, and I’ve seen it pop up in workflows from indie makers, small agencies, and even a few design teams. Honestly, it works really well.

Up to now, I’ve been covering the AI and infra costs with a sponsor, but usage is increasing and so are the costs, faster than I expected.

So here’s where I’m stuck:

Should I keep looking for sponsors, or start charging users (maybe with a credit system or paywall for advanced features)?

If you’ve been through a similar moment with your own tool or have thoughts on monetization, I’d love to hear your perspective. Thanks! 🙌