Find your next customers in r/startups
r/startups focuses on the mechanics of building a company, from fundraising and hiring to product-market fit.
Who buys here and why
Founders and early employees at venture-backed or bootstrapped startups, often technical. They are evaluating infrastructure, analytics, and growth tools with a bias toward products that scale.
Discussions about specific operational pain points frequently surface, and commenters openly name tools they have abandoned, creating a clear opening to offer alternatives.
Buyer-intent signals to watch
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How to participate in r/startups without spamming
r/startups bans promotion but welcomes founder experience posts. Share a genuine lesson or data point and answer follow-up questions. Mention your product in comments only when directly asked.
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Frequently asked questions
How is r/startups different from r/Entrepreneur?
r/startups skews more technical and VC-aware. Discussions focus on growth mechanics, hiring, and metrics rather than general business advice.
How do I find tool-buying signals in r/startups?
Watch for posts about outgrowing a current solution or asking about scaling a specific function. Those show active evaluation cycles.
Is it okay to share my product if someone asks in r/startups?
Yes, with disclosure. If a post asks for recommendations and your product fits, a transparent comment with your affiliation is acceptable.
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