product-hunt-launch-strategy

name	Product Hunt Launch Strategy
description	Guidelines for launching Android apps on Product Hunt, focusing on Varisankya's "Premium Open Source" positioning.

Product Hunt Launch Strategy

Launching on Product Hunt (PH) requires a specific mix of storytelling, visual polish, and community engagement.

1. Positioning: "Premium Open Source"

For Varisankya, the pitch is "Android 15 Native + Material 3 Expressive."

• Tagline: High-tech, forward-looking (e.g., "Immersive, tactile subscription manager for Android 15").
• Pricing: "Free" (No promo codes). This maximizes "Product of the Day" potential.
• Link: Use the Play Store Link for conversion, but shout out "Open Source" to build developer trust.

2. Asset Checklist

• Thumbnail (GIF/PNG): 240x240. Must use glassmorphism or 3D depth. No flat icons.
• Gallery:
  • Image 1 (Social Preview): High-end device render (Pixel 9/Pro) showing Dark Mode UI. 16:9 ratio.
  • Screenshots: Real UI shots showing:
    • M3E Column Chart (Visuals)
    • Settings (Customization)
    • Search (Typography)
• Video: 15s-30s screen recording focusing on motion and haptics (the "Mechanical Scroll Feel").

3. The "Maker Comment" Structure

The first comment is crucial. It must:

1. State the "Why": "I was tired of flat finance apps..."
2. Highlight the Tech: "Native Edge-to-Edge," "No Toasts," "Silent UX."
3. Invite Feedback: "What do you think of the tactile feel?" (Never ask for upvotes).

4. Shoutouts

Always shout out the tools used to appear on their product pages:

• Firebase (Backend/Auth)
• Android Studio (Profiling/Dev)
• Google Fonts (Typography)

5. Scheduling

• Reset Time: PH resets at 12:01 AM PST.
• Strategy: Schedule the launch for the start of the day to maximize visibility time.