How NOT to launch on Product Hunt 🙅

In this blog post, I'm going to share my experience with launching my NFT marketing SaaS, DataDegen.com, on Product Hunt and the mistakes I made along the way.

What happened

I had planned to launch DataDegen.com on Product Hunt for weeks in advance, but unfortunately, development on the SaaS got delayed. Instead of pushing back the launch date on Product Hunt, I decided to keep it as is, thinking that it wouldn't be a big deal.

But when the SaaS finally launched a few days ago, the Product Hunt launch had already passed. As a result, I only received 2 upvotes, one of which was from myself.

Where I messed up

The biggest mistake I made was not pushing back the launch date on Product Hunt when development got delayed. I should have realized that a successful launch on Product Hunt is heavily dependent on timing and that launching a product before it's actually ready is not a good idea.

Another mistake I made was not properly promoting the launch on my own channels. I relied too heavily on Product Hunt and didn't do enough to drive traffic and engagement to the listing.

How I'd do better next time

If I were to launch DataDegen.com on Product Hunt again, I would make sure to push back the launch date if needed and properly promote the launch on my own channels.

I would also make sure that the SaaS is fully functional and ready for launch before listing it on Product Hunt.

Tips for others

• Don't launch on Product Hunt before your product is ready
• Promote your launch on your own channels to drive traffic and engagement
• Be mindful of timing and make sure to push back the launch date if needed
• Be prepared to engage with the community and answer any questions they may have

Conclusion

In conclusion, launching on Product Hunt can be a great way to get visibility for your product, but it's important to do it the right way. My experience with launching DataDegen.com on Product Hunt serves as a cautionary tale of what not to do. By following the tips and lessons outlined in this post, you can increase your chances of a successful launch on Product Hunt.